Counselor in Training (CIT) Program

At Camp Illahaw we know that some campers want a continuing camp experience once they turn 15, so we offer our Counselor in Training Program. The CIT program gives teenagers, ages 15-17, the opportunity to enjoy the value of the camp experience while taking on a more responsible role in the camp’s operation and building the skills and knowledge needed to land a summer job working at Camp Illahaw one day. CIT’s commonly help in setting up activities, being a liaison between campers and staff, and working closely with the counselors in dealing with campers. After completing 6 weeks as a CIT, the teens can apply to become Junior Counselors, a paid position with more responsibility.

The CIT program is a work program that teaches responsiblity and work ethic. Each CIT will be assigned to a counselor for the day and will be reviewed at the end of each week. If the CIT recieves high marks each week they have a better chance of being hired as a Junior Counselor after six weeks. This year we have openings for only 4 CITs per week and only 2 Jr. Counselor openings.

To  signup for a CIT postion please click here