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At Mythik Camps, we don't just hire staff, we assemble a league of adventure-makers, storytellers, and memory-creators.
Ready to spend your summer turning kids into legends?
Everything you need to apply for our Summer Camp Programs or Quest Day Events is right here.

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Our Programs

We run three Summer Day Camp Programs, Camp Half-Blood, Camp Jupiter, and Daring Girls, lasting 6-9 weeks, Monday to Friday.

Discover the magic of Camp Mythik, our exclusive Sleepaway Camp Program, which offers 3 single-week experiences at our site in Cold Spring, NY, and a two-week program in the beautiful Berkshires. 

Join us for a summer filled with fun and learning!

Open Positions

Camp Director

Last updated:January 23, 2026
Camp Directors manage their entire program while remaining active and on the ground all day with their campers and staff adventuring right beside them. They communicate directly with parents, manage a team of counselors and leaders, and set the tone for the summer.

Operation Coordinator

Last updated:January 28, 2026
Operations Coordinators maintain first aid responsibilities and all the material resources for camp, keeping the adventure running safely and smoothly for all ‘demigod’ campers and staff. Operations Coordinators assist Leadership and Counselors with daily operations to keep the Camp running effectively.

Program Coordinator

Last updated:January 28, 2026
Program Coordinators are the enthusiastic, flexible, camper-facing “Ringleader of Fun” for all camp activities. They manage activities for campers of all ages and engagement styles that come to enjoy our brand of physical games, story-based adventures, and energetic outdoor experiences. Additionally, Program Coordinators assist Leadership and Counselors with daily operations to keep the Camp running smoothly.

Quest Guide

Last updated:January 29, 2026
Quest Guides are responsible for bringing myths to life as immersive, live-action experiences that center our campers as the heroes of the story. Our style of immersive storytelling weaves a new original mythology-inspired story into every camp session, culminating each week in an action-packed “Quest” adventure. Quest Guides assist Leadership and Counselors with daily operations.

Head Counselor

Last updated:January 29, 2026
Head Counselors are the closest connection between the Counselor and Leadership Teams at camp. They help train staff, lead large activities at camp, and manage conflicts between both campers and staff. Head Counselors assist Leadership and Counselors with daily operations.

Day Camp Counselor

Last updated:January 29, 2026
Counselors are responsible for leading a group of 7 to 14-year-old camper ‘demigods’ on their weekly camp journey through the world of mythology, while developing them into the heroes they were destined to become. Counselors lead demigods on daily activities, Olympic competitions, and Quest, helping them to use critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Counselor In Training

Last updated:January 29, 2026
CITs (age 15-17, depending on location) will work and learn alongside our Counselors and Camp Leadership Team, cover operational tasks, camper group management, and both lead and participate in activities. By modeling appropriate conduct and enthusiastic participation, CITs are vital in showing campers how to have a fun and successful Summer.

Overnight Camp Counselor

Last updated:January 29, 2026
Counselors are responsible for leading a group of 10 to 15-year-old camper ‘demigods’ on their weekly camp journey through the world of mythology, while developing them into the heroes they were destined to become. Counselors lead demigods on daily activities, Olympic competitions, and Quest, helping them to use critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Overnight Health & Safety Supervisor

Last updated:January 29, 2026
The Overnight Health and Safety Supervisor will see to the safety and health needs of our campers and staff onsite during our weeks of programming. They keep the adventure running safely and smoothly for all who work and attend Camp Mythik for intense physical play, epic adventures, and unforgettable other-worldly experiences.

Headquarters Logistics Assistant

Last updated:January 29, 2026
Our Seasonal Full-time Logistics Assistant aids in the movement, distribution, and storage of supplies to our Summer Camp programs nationwide. They will also orchestrate organizational processes to enhance our day-to-day operations, as well as improve overall operational efficiency to help our camps run effectively.

Hiring FAQs

Questions about hiring? 

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  2. Go to the main menu in the top left corner (the three horizontal bars) and select “Your videos.” This should open a new tab called “Channel content.”
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  5. In the “Visibility” step, select “Unlisted” as the video’s visibility. This will allow anyone with the link to view the video, but the video will not be posted publicly or be able to be found in a search.
What's the camp schedule?

Day Camp Schedule is 8:00 am-4:10 pm, Monday – Friday

5 – 10 weeks of Summer Camp plus 1 week of training (# of weeks depending on location)

What should I expect from a Program Coordinator/Operations Coordinator/Quest Guide Process?

These positions go through two stages of interviews. The first stage is a 45-minutev ideo interview with a member of our Office Headquarters Team, and is an opportunity for you to ask questions about our program while we learn more about you and why you hope to work for us. The second stage is a 60 min video interview with the Camp Director who’d act as your supervisor. 

How old do I need to be to be a Counselor?

All Counselors need to be at least 18 years old at the start of the camp season.

How old do I need to be to be a CIT?

In New York and New Jersey, you must be 16 years of age at the start of the camp season to be a CIT due to state regulations. All other camp locations can accept 15-year-old CITs.

We have a CIT FAQ sheet for clearer instructions for our younger aspiring staff.

If I could work at more than one location, do I need to submit more than one application?

No, you do not! Please indicate any additional locations you’d like to work at in the “any other locations” question, and we’ll make sure your application reaches the appropriate Camp Directors.

Are Counselors and CITs paid positions? 

At this time all Counselors and CITs are paid positions. Please click on your location’s job description to learn the exact rates.
What should I expect from a Counselor/CIT Interview?

Counselor/CIT Interviews are video interviews on Google Meet that tend to be about 35-55 minutes long. Please feel free to come to us with prepared questions about the program.

Is this a day camp or a sleep-away camp?
  • Camp Mythik is our only Sleep-away Camp Location. Staff work from Sunday afternoon to Saturday morning each week.  Staff get rotating night(s) and one day off per week.
  • All of our other locations are day camps, where staff days run from 7:45 am-4:15 pm Monday-Friday.

You can look for location-specific season dates here.

Do you offer housing?
  • Camp Mythik offers housing to all Camp Staff. You will share a room with another staff member, and share a cabin and bathroom with 10 campers.
  • At our day camp programs, we are not able to offer housing for our staff, though we are happy to consider your application if you are able to find housing in the area.
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Can I apply if I don’t live in the US?

Mythik camps is hiring international staff members with IENA this season. Please apply through the IENA website for consideration.

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