Camp Wa-Ya Leadership Program

Paid Outdoor Leadership Internship for High School Students

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Youth ages 15-17 are invited to apply for our Outdoor Leadership Internship program. Wa-Ya Interns will receive hands-on job training skills in an integrated and outdoor environment. Interns attend a one-day training and then join Wa-Ya’s Day Camp program for two weeks as an assistant instructor, where they will gain experience in environmental education, group management, and technical skills training.

Interns will attend a one-day training in June (date TBA) and then select two weeks during the summer to work at Wa-Ya. Interns are paid $250 per week. An application is required.




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Qualifications

  • A passion for inspiring and educating youth.

  • Demonstrated leadership abilities.

  • Comfortable working outdoors all day in all summer weather conditions.

  • Interest and/or experience in at least two of the following areas: local flora and fauna, environmental education, outdoor adventure activities (including kayaking, hiking, and outdoor survival skills), environmental science, Native cultures.  

  • Curiosity, patience, and reliability.


Application process

Applications for 2026 will be available at the end of January. Reach out to us at camp@wayaoutdoorschool.com with questions.

 

Our program is centered around a science-based curriculum, in combination with Indigenous practices and arts, outdoor adventure, and environmental stewardship, and provide an environment that fosters a sense of wonder for Wa-Ya campers.

Camp Wa-Ya staff and campers spend most of their day outdoors, engaged in regular activity. Our programs include hiking, kayaking, and outdoor skills, and Interns should be prepared to work outside in any weather. All Wa-Ya staff engage in a culturally integrated environment, where Wa-Ya’s values of respect, diversity, equity, and inclusion are practiced.