Summer Camp Store Assistant

Be Curious. Be Connected. Be Cub Creek.

Ready to step into a dynamic retail and operations role managing camp store sales, gift shop inventory, and care package fulfillment? At Cub Creek Science Camp, you won’t just study retail and guest services concepts—you’ll restock inventory, fill cabin supply orders, serve campers and staff, and support camp operations in a vibrant outdoor community!

CLICK HERE TO APPLY and begin building real-world retail management and customer service experience for your resume!

Speak with us about earning internship, work-study, or research project credit for the summer as well!

2027 Dates

Staff Training: May 23 – June 5 (2 weeks)
Camp: June 6 – Aug 7 (9 weeks)

What You’ll Do

Serve campers and staff during store open hours, delivering exceptional customer service.
Restock retail inventory, organize product displays, and maintain clean store and storage areas daily.
Print, fill, and deliver care package orders, course supplies, and cabin requests.
Track inventory records, submit purchase orders, prepare weekly camper accounts, and print name tags.
Guide campers on daily schedules, activity choices, rule adherence, and facility cleanliness.
Apply positive guidance techniques to support campers’ emotional and behavioral needs.
Complete daily store logs, attend staff meetings, and model professional behavior during parent check-ins.

What You’ll Gain (Resume-Building Transferable Skills)

Retail & Inventory Operations: Direct experience in merchandise display, stock management, order fulfillment, and point-of-sale customer service.
Financial & Data Administration: Practical skills in tracking camper accounts, generating store reports, and managing supply requests.
Behavioral Guidance & EQ: Hands-on application of positive guidance, active listening, and conflict resolution with youth.
Customer Relations & Teamwork: Professional experience interacting with parents, collaborating with staff, and maintaining team workflows.

What We’ll Provide

Competitive Pay: Starting salary of $4,050 for the 11-week summer season.
All-Inclusive Living: Full room, board, meals, and laundry services provided on-site for the duration of the contract—save on summer expenses!
Camp Store Credit: Includes an additional $100 credit for snacks, gear, and supplies.
Professional Certifications: Opportunities for additional leadership training and certifications for qualified candidates.
Schedule: Position requires availability on-site 7 days a week (including weekends) for the contract period. To support rest and work-life balance, staff receive two 1-hour breaks each day and 1 scheduled day off every week.

What We’re Looking For

High School diploma required.
Passion for science, animals, retail operations, and childhood development.
Self-motivated individual able to manage tasks and goals independently with minimal supervision.
Strong core competencies in constructive communication, active listening, customer service, and teamwork.
Comfortable working in an active outdoor camp environment, walking up to 3 miles daily on uneven terrain, and working around animals (including snakes, spiders, and lizards).
Desire to positively impact the life of a child and put campers’ needs first.