POSITION TITLE: cabin leader

Hiring Organization/Employer:  Dunes Learning Center
Application Deadline:  12/31/2026
Education Required:  None
Location:   Chesterton, IN

Description:  

 Our outdoor overnight programs provide a critical and beneficial connection to nature for
learners of all ages - inspiring curiosity, scientific literacy, and environmental stewardship. Our
internship program offers training and professional development to set you up for success.
Communication, collaboration, critical thinking and creativity are developed and practiced at
camp. Supervising campers, engaging in decision-making, managing behavior, and being a role
model are all necessary skills for strong leaders.
Cabin Leaders help students create connections, build confidence, and develop a sense of place
by providing opportunities to explore, ask questions, reflect, and work together as a team. Cabin
Leaders facilitate the evening programs (campfire, group games, night hike, ice cream social,
etc), lead meal and flag raising activities, and provide overnight supervision of campers
throughout the week. 

Compensation & Benefits:  

 $4,095 total summer stipend, paid bi-weekly (average 40 hours per week).
 Housing in cabins on site for the duration of the internship (shared with campers Mon
Fri).
 Professional development opportunities.
 Meals and weekly s'mores while camp is in session. 

Responsibilities:  

  Prepare for and lead evening programming for a diverse community of campers; ages
8-17.
 Supervise and be responsible for campers overnight in modern cabins as well as tent
camping for 1 night a week.
 Maintain a Positive Mental Attitude and serve as a role model for responsible
environmental behavior and literacy.
 Ensure safety and well-being of campers using sound judgment and applying appropriate
decisions by following staff training workshops and regularly scheduled staff meetings.
 Assist in the maintenance of all program supplies, equipment, and facilities.
 Actively participate to support fundraising efforts.
 Comply with all Dunes Learning Center policies and always represent DLC in a
professional manner.
 Perform all assigned duties critical to the operation of the Dunes Learning Center. 
 Must be at least 18 years old.
 Enrolled in an Associate or BA/BS academic program for the 2026-2027 school year.
 Enthusiastic about working with children in an outdoor setting.
 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
 Commitment to equity and inclusion.
 Physically able to perform duties outdoors in all weather conditions.
 A willingness to be coached and to receive feedback.
 Ability to work independently as well as on a team.
 Officials government identification.
 Prior experience in outdoor education, residential camp setting, nature centers, or day
camps.
 Ability to speak Spanish.
 Participation in leadership programs at school and/or in your community.
 

Preferred Qualifications:  

 To qualify for the Cabin Leader internship program, an individual must be able to perform each
essential duty. Dunes Learning Center aims to make reasonable accommodations to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. All Dunes Learning Center
employees must submit to a background check and possible drug screening. 

How to Apply:  

 To apply, send a cover letter, resume, and 3 references to Stephanie Husek the Onsite Program
Manager at employment@duneslearningcenter.org.