Counselor in Training (CIT) Program
Overview
Welcome to Camp Eureka’s Counselor in Training (CIT) Program! We invite rising juniors and seniors (2025-2026 school year) to join us as support volunteers and counselors in training. Our goal is to ensure each camper has a dynamic and fun-filled summer while gaining valuable leadership and professional skills.
Role and Responsibilities
Support Certified Teachers
Provide hands-on assistance in STEM workshops, always under the supervision of certified adult teachers
Team Support
Paired with a team of four students to aid in instruction and activities
Support Certified Teachers
Provide hands-on assistance in STEM workshops, always under the supervision of certified adult teachers
Fun Hour Supervision
Ensure safety and inclusion during recreational activities, adding an extra layer of supervision
Professional Development
Participate in teacher training sessions and receive leadership training
CPR Training
All CITs will be certified in CPR
Benefits
Leadership Skills
Gain valuable leadership and professional development
Volunteer Hours
Qualify for the President’s Volunteer Service Award based on service hours
Recognition
Opportunity to earn various medals through participation in our sessions in Massachusetts
External Volunteer Hours
We accept up to 90 hours from external volunteer services done in schools, churches, or communities
Pre-Camp Volunteer Tasks
Students wishing to go for the Gold can begin volunteer services as soon as they are accepted as a CIT. Camp Eureka offers numerous pre-camp volunteer tasks to help students reach their goal marks for Gold or Silver
Letters of Recommendation
We provide letters of recommendation to CITs who demonstrate outstanding and responsible volunteer service that supports our mission to ensure a high-quality and safe learning opportunity for our campers
President's Volunteer Service Award
Age Group
Young Adults (16-25)
Bronze
100-174 Hrs
Silver
175-249 Hrs
Gold
250+ Hrs
Lifetime
4000 Hrs
Contact us for more details at info@campeureka.org
Camp Sessions
We offer four sessions throughout the summer in Massachusetts. CITs are required to work the full two sessions due to the amount of training involved. They are welcome to work all four sessions if they wish to go for the Gold.
Shift 1
7:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Shift 2
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM