Ready for the best summer of your life?! Apply today to work on one of our Summer Camp Staffs! Applications will open on October 1, 2026. You must be at least 15 years old by June 1, 2027 to apply.

Once you apply - you will need to schedule an interview by clicking here. If interviews are already past - you will be contacted to schedule an interview. If it has been at least 2 weeks since you applied and you have not been contacted - please email Camping Director Matt Kaufman at matt.kaufman@scouting.org
The Counselor In Training (CIT) Program allows Scouts that are 14 or 15 years old to participate for up to three weeks as a volunteer camp staff member. Participants will get the opportunity to work in several program areas, giving them the experience to decide if working as a full-time camp staff member in the future is something they would enjoy.
The program is conducted at Rhodes France Scout Reservation and Camp May. Lodging and meals will be provided. Applications will be available October 1, 2026.
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After you apply, a Camp Director will reach out to schedule an interview with you.
NYLT courses in 2027. (Dates may change)
Course 1 – June 6-12, staff arrival June 5th, Camp Sakima, S-F Scout Ranch
Course 2 – June 20-26, staff arrival June 19th, Camp Sakima, S-F Scout Ranch
Course 3 – July 11-17, staff arrival July 10th, Camp Sakima, S-F Scout Ranch
Course 4- August 6-8 and August 13-15, Beaumont Scout Reservation
If selected, you will be expected to attend the staff development sessions listed
below. For planning purposes please set aside the following dates.
2027 Staff Developments: TBD