Summer Cabin Leader

Organization

Dunes Learning Center

Job Posted

April 10, 2026

Job status

Job Category

Job Type

Job Duration

Job Compensation Type

Remote

No

Contact Name

Erin Crofton

Contact Email

ecrofton@duneslearningcenter.org

Contact Phone

2193959555

Deadline to Apply

Location

700 Howe Road
Chesterton, IN
United States
Cabin Leaders help students create connections, build confidence, and develop a sense of place by providing
opportunities to explore, ask questions, reflect, and work together as a team. They facilitate the evening
programs (campfire, group games, night hike, ice cream social, etc), lead meal and flag raising activities, and
provide overnight supervision of campers throughout the week.

Summary

Our outdoor overnight programs provide a critical and beneficial connection to nature for learners of all
ages—inspiring curiosity, scientific literacy, and environmental stewardship. Our internship program offers
training and professional development to set you up for success. Communication, collaboration, critical thinking
and creativity are developed and practiced at camp. Supervising campers, engaging in decision-making,
managing behavior, and being a role model are all necessary skills for strong leaders.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES
● Prepare for and lead evening programming for a diverse community of campers; ages 8-17.
● Supervise and be responsible for campers overnight in modern cabins as well as tent camping (1 night
per week).
● Maintain a Positive Mental Attitude and serve as a role model for responsible environmental behavior
and literacy.
● Ensure safety and well-being of campers using sound judgment and applying appropriate decisions by
following safety protocol and reporting incidents, near misses, or possible hazards.
● Attend program staff training workshops and regularly scheduled staff meetings.
● Assist in the maintenance of all program supplies, equipment, and facilities.
● Actively participate to support fundraising efforts.
● Comply with all Dunes Learning Center policies and always represent DLC in a professional manner.
● Perform all assigned duties critical to the operation of the Dunes Learning Center.

Visit www.duneslearningcenter/employment for more details.

Compensation Information

● $4,004 total summer stipend, paid bi-weekly (average 40 hours per week)
● Housing in cabins on campus for the duration of the internship (shared with campers M-F)
● Professional development opportunities
● Meals and weekly s’mores while camp is in session