JOIN BERT ADAMS SCOUT CAMP STAFF
Spend Your Summer Making a Difference
Working at Bert Adams Scout Camp is more than a summer job. Join a team that helps Scouts discover new skills, take on new challenges, and create unforgettable experiences—all while building leadership skills, making lasting friendships, and having an adventure of your own.
Whether you enjoy working outdoors, teaching and mentoring Scouts, supporting camp operations, or simply want a summer experience unlike any other, there’s a place for you on the Bert Adams team.
Why Work at Bert Adams Scout Camp?
A summer on camp staff is an opportunity to grow, lead, and make a difference. Along the way, you’ll gain real-world experience, become part of a close-knit team, and help create an unforgettable summer for Scouts.
Build Skills
Gain hands-on experience in leadership, communication, teamwork, teaching, and problem-solving—skills that can serve you in school, your career, and beyond.
Make an Impact
Help Scouts discover new interests, overcome challenges, and build confidence while creating the experiences they’ll remember long after summer ends.
Find Your People
Become part of a close-knit staff community, build lasting friendships, and share a summer of adventure with people who bring different talents and experiences to camp.
Find Your Place at Camp
Bert Adams staff members support a wide range of programs and camp operations. Explore the areas below to see where your interests and strengths might fit.
Program & Adventure
Help deliver the activities Scouts come to camp to experience—from aquatics and outdoor skills to STEM, nature, ranges, and high-adventure programs.
Camp Operations
Keep camp running smoothly through food service, customer care, trading post operations, administration, and other essential support roles.
Leadership
Guide staff teams, coordinate program areas, and help create a positive, organized, and memorable camp experience.
Health & Safety
Support safe camp operations through health services, aquatic safety, emergency preparedness, and other specialized roles.
Program & Adventure
Bring camp to life through hands-on programs, outdoor adventure, instruction, and activities that help Scouts learn new skills and challenge themselves.
ADVENTURE ZONE
Help deliver Woodruff’s high-adventure experiences by supporting motor boating and assisting with off-site adventures such as whitewater rafting and horseback riding. This role is ideal for mature staff who enjoy active outdoor environments and helping Scouts take on new challenges.
Minimum Age: 18
Pay: $325 per week
Experience: Boating, rafting, or equestrian experience is preferred but not required; First Aid and CPR training is provided at camp.
AQUATICS
Help Scouts build confidence on the water through swimming, boating, merit badge instruction, and other waterfront activities while maintaining a safe and welcoming aquatics environment.
Minimum Age: 16
Pay: $300 per week; $325 with American Red Cross certification
Experience: No prior experience required; aquatics and safety training is provided.
KENDALL CROSSING
Bring Woodruff’s 1893 Appalachian Experience to life through traditional crafts, trades, and homesteading skills. Staff help teach activities such as blacksmithing and woodworking while supporting heritage demonstrations, gardens, animal care, and other hands-on experiences.
Minimum Age: 16
Pay: $300 per week
Experience: Experience or a strong interest in blacksmithing or woodworking is preferred; interest in agriculture, animal care, outdoor cooking, or traditional craftsmanship is also encouraged.
LIFE SKILLS
Help Scouts develop practical skills for everyday life through instruction in areas such as First Aid, Personal Fitness, Emergency Preparedness, Family Life, and Communication.
Minimum Age: 16
Pay: $300 per week
Experience: An interest in teaching, personal development, preparedness, health, or communication is helpful; staff training is provided.
MACK MOUNTAIN
Help Scouts explore creativity and craftsmanship through Woodruff’s Studio Arts program. Staff assist with activities such as leatherwork, basketry, wood carving, pottery, art, photography, and music while supporting signature camp activities including Tie-Dye Tuesday and Wash-Out Wednesday.
Minimum Age: 16
Pay: $300 per week
Experience: An interest or experience in arts, crafts, photography, music, or hands-on creative activities is preferred; training is provided.
MOTORBOATING
Support Woodruff’s aquatics program through the safe operation and care of motorized watercraft. Staff assist with boating instruction, waterfront transportation, safety operations, merit badge activities, and other motorized boating programs.
Minimum Age: 18 to operate standard motorboats; 21 to operate ski boats
Pay: $300 per week
Experience: Georgia boating safety certification is required; staff must be strong swimmers and comfortable operating and working around watercraft.
MOUNTAINEER
Help first-year campers build confidence and discover the fundamentals of Scouting through camping skills, knots, first aid, orienteering, nature awareness, hikes, games, and team challenges.
Minimum Age: 16
Pay: $300 per week
Experience: No prior experience required; training is provided during staff week.
NATURE
Help Scouts explore ecology, wildlife, conservation, and fishing through hands-on instruction and outdoor experiences. Nature Staff also help care for live animals and support special programs such as Nature Night.
Minimum Age: 16
Pay: $300 per week
Experience: No prior experience required; an interest in ecology, biology, animal care, or environmental education is preferred.
OUTDOOR SKILLS
Teach the classic outdoor skills at the heart of Scouting, including camping, fire building, knots and lashings, outdoor cooking, pioneering, orienteering, and wilderness survival.
Minimum Age: 16
Pay: $300 per week
Experience: Proficiency with knots and ropework is required; outdoor cooking and fire-building skills are strongly preferred.
PATHFINDER
Guide older Scouts through challenging outdoor experiences such as hiking, climbing, wilderness survival, rafting, and team-based adventures while helping them strengthen leadership, confidence, and outdoor skills.
Minimum Age: 18
Pay: $300 per week
Experience: Outdoor adventure or leadership experience is preferred; First Aid and CPR training is provided at camp.
RANGE & TARGET
Help Scouts develop skills in archery, rifle, and shotgun programs while teaching proper equipment handling, range procedures, marksmanship, and a strong commitment to safety.
Minimum Age: 16
Pay: $300 per week
Experience: No prior experience required; range safety and shooting certifications are provided through camp training.
STEM
Bring science and technology to life through hands-on classes, experiments, challenges, and projects involving engineering, robotics, space exploration, digital technology, and other STEM programs.
Minimum Age: 16
Pay: $300 per week
Experience: No prior STEM teaching experience required; an interest or background in science, technology, engineering, or math is strongly preferred.
Camp Operations
Help keep Woodruff running smoothly through food service, facilities, customer service, and the behind-the-scenes work that supports a safe, welcoming, and memorable camp experience.
FOOD TEAM MEMBER
Help create a positive dining experience for campers and staff by supporting meal preparation, service, cleanup, sanitation, and the daily operation of Woodruff’s dining facilities.
Minimum Age: 16
Pay: $300 per week
Experience: No prior food service experience required; training is provided during staff week.
JUNIOR RANGER
Help care for the property that makes the Woodruff experience possible. Junior Rangers support camp maintenance, trails, campsites, facilities, environmental stewardship, property setup, repairs, and other hands-on projects throughout camp.
Pay: $400–$500 per week
Experience: Ideal for applicants who enjoy hands-on outdoor work, property maintenance, conservation, and working with tools.
TRADING POST STAFF
Help create a welcoming experience for Scouts, leaders, and visitors while operating Woodruff’s camp store and snack bar. Staff assist with merchandise and snack sales, customer service, inventory, transactions, restocking, and keeping the Trading Post organized and ready for guests.
Minimum Age: 16
Pay: $300 per week
Experience: Retail, customer service, or food service experience is preferred but not required.
Leadership
Lead teams, coordinate camp operations, and help create an organized, positive, and high-quality experience for Scouts, leaders, and staff throughout the summer.
AREA DIRECTOR
Lead one of Woodruff’s program areas and the staff team that brings it to life. Area Directors oversee daily operations, staff schedules and training, program quality, safety, equipment, records, and the overall camper experience within their assigned area.
Pay: $350–$475 per week, depending on area assignment and certifications
Experience: Strong leadership, organization, and program-area knowledge are required; Area Directors supervise teams ranging from approximately 8 to 40 staff members.
BUSINESS MANAGER
Support the business and administrative side of camp by managing payroll and time sheets, purchasing, vendor deliveries, inventory records, operational reporting, and other logistics that help every area of Woodruff operate effectively.
Minimum Age: 18
Pay: $500 per week
Experience: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required; experience in business administration, purchasing, or operations is preferred.
CHIEF OF CUSTOMER CARE
Serve as the primary connection between Woodruff staff and visiting Scouts and leaders. The Chief of Customer Care helps units navigate their week at camp, coordinates communication, gathers feedback, resolves concerns, and works across departments to create an outstanding guest experience.
Minimum Age: 21 or three years of leadership camp staff experience preferred
Pay: $500 per week
Experience: Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential; hospitality, customer relations, or Scouting program leadership experience is preferred.
CHIEF OF STAFF
Help coordinate Woodruff’s leadership team and internal staff operations. The Chief of Staff connects departments, manages leadership schedules and staff accountability, coordinates meetings and communication, and helps ensure camp operations remain organized throughout the summer.
Minimum Age: 21 or qualifying Woodruff summer camp experience
Pay: $500 per week
Experience: Significant Woodruff staff and leadership experience is required for this senior leadership position.
PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Lead the coordination and delivery of Woodruff’s camp-wide program. The Program Director supervises Area Directors, coordinates schedules and activities, supports program safety and quality, and helps ensure every program area delivers an exceptional Scouting experience.
Minimum Age: 21 or at least three years of leadership-level camp staff experience
Pay: $500 per week
Experience: Previous Scouting, outdoor, or camp leadership experience is required, along with demonstrated leadership, organization, and communication skills.
Health & Safety
Help support the health, safety, and well-being of campers and staff through first aid, medical services, health records, emergency response, and campwide wellness support.
HEALTH LODGE
Help care for the Woodruff community as part of the Health Lodge team. Staff provide first aid and medical support, maintain health records, assist with medications, respond to illnesses and injuries, and help coordinate emergency care when needed.
Minimum Age: 18
Pay: Varies by role and certification level
Opportunities: Receptionist, Nursing Student, Mental Health Intern, EMT, and Registered Nurse (RN)
What to Expect
Working at Bert Adams Scout Camp is a full-summer experience built around teamwork, service, and creating an unforgettable summer for Scouts. Staff members live and work together at camp, participate in pre-camp training, and share responsibility for making each week successful.
Summer Season
Most staff positions include pre-camp training followed by the summer camp season. Specific arrival and departure dates may vary by position.
Housing
Staff housing is provided at camp throughout the employment period. Accommodations vary based on position and assignment.
Meals
Meals are provided while staff are working at camp, giving the team plenty of opportunities to eat, connect, and recharge together.
Training
Staff receive pre-camp and position-specific training to prepare for their responsibilities. Some positions also include opportunities to earn required certifications.
Compensation
Weekly pay varies by position, responsibility, experience, and required certifications. Compensation for each opportunity is included with its position information above.
Employment dates, qualifications, responsibilities, and other requirements vary by position. Download the full position description for complete details before applying.
Internship Opportunities
Turn your summer at Woodruff into meaningful career experience. College students can gain hands-on experience in areas such as business and nonprofit administration, education and youth development, environmental science, health services, counseling, recreation management, and outdoor leadership.
Internship Dates: May 23–July 19, 2026
Minimum Age: 18 for most placements; 21+ for select departments
Pay: $300–$500 per week
Housing & Meals: Provided
Many placements may be eligible for college credit, practicum hours, or service-learning requirements, depending on your academic institution.
For internship placement questions, contact woodruff@scoutingatl.org.
INTERNSIP AREAS
Business & Nonprofit Administration
Gain experience in operations, logistics, purchasing, retail management, personnel support, and program administration.
Education & Youth Development
Work directly with Scouts through instruction, program delivery, mentoring, and activity leadership.
Environmental Science & Conservation
Support environmental education, sustainability, conservation, and property stewardship.
Nursing & Health Services
Gain experience with first aid operations, health records, triage, medical support, and emergency response.
Psychology, Counseling & Mental Health
Support youth wellness, staff well-being, positive camp culture, and health-team operations.
Recreation Management & Outdoor Leadership
Develop experience in outdoor leadership, program delivery, risk management, guest experience, and adventure-based recreation.
What Interns Can Expect
- Hands-on professional experience in a collaborative camp environment
- Leadership and team-management opportunities
- Experience in program design, instruction, logistics, and administration
- Training in emergency response, risk management, and youth protection
- Opportunities to develop communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
Qualifications
- At least 18 years old for most internship placements
- Enrollment in a college or university program related to the placement
- Positive attitude, adaptability, and a strong work ethic
- First Aid and CPR certification, with training available at camp
- Ability to meet Scouting America Youth Protection and risk-management requirements
- Academic-institution approval may be required to receive course credit
Not 16 Yet?
Young people ages 14 and 15 can experience camp staff life through the Bert Adams Counselor-in-Training (CIT) program, a two-week volunteer opportunity focused on leadership, teamwork, and learning how camp operates.
Ready to Join the Bert Adams Team?
Spend your summer building skills, making lasting friendships, and helping create unforgettable experiences for Scouts at Bert Adams Scout Camp.
Questions about working at Bert Adams? Contact Camping@ScoutingATL.org.
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