Camp Staff
Content + Source + Freshness • 16 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Working at Camp Playland provides a solid opportunity for individuals seeking entry-level positions, focusing on mentorship and outdoor activities.
- Opportunity to mentor and work with young children
- Dynamic summer job with a focus on outdoor activities
- Team-oriented environment fostering community spirit
Pros
- Engaging work environment focusing on children's activities
- Ability to mentor and positively impact young lives
- Sense of community and collaboration within the team
Cons
- Limited long-term career advancement opportunities
- Seasonal employment may lead to gaps in work history
- Potentially physically demanding work conditions outdoors
Who it's for
Entry Level • On-site
Good fit
- Enthusiastic individuals who enjoy working with children
- Entry-level job seekers looking for summer work
- Candidates ready for an engaging outdoor role
Not recommended for
- Those seeking long-term or stable career paths
- Individuals uncomfortable in physical outdoor work
- Those with no experience or interest in mentoring children
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Camp Playland employs teachers, college students and high school students 16 years old* and older.
Camp Playland was started in 1957 and has always been operated by the Bloom family. This will be our 69th summer serving children in Fairfield and Westchester counties.
The Playland staff is the key ingredient for a successful summer. For you to consider working at Playland you should be a mature, positive and energetic person, a role model and a mentor. You should enjoy working with young children and working outdoors at camp activities. Your enjoyment will enable the campers to have a wonderful summer.
*A limited number of 14&15 year old Camp Playland alumni are eligible to work as volunteers in our Counselor in Training (C.I.T.) program. Volunteers must complete an application and go through the interview process.
How to apply
Camp dates for 2026 are Monday June 22nd– Friday August, 7th. Working at Playland is a full 7 week commitment. Staff orientation meetings are scheduled prior to the first day of camp.
