Camp is so much more than nine weeks in the summer, programming throughout the year, or even the connections that are made. It is the lessons I have learned that will resonate throughout my future career. Working on an interdisciplinary team, I learned to articulate my perspective with confidence and empathize with other points of view. I have seen what it means to lead intentionally and how that manifests in day to day operations. I have developed into an independent thinker, program facilitator, and relationship builder. For these reasons and so many more, I am grateful for my time at Coniston.

Having the opportunity to work as Camp & Nonprofit Management Associate gave me a deeper appreciation and understanding of an organization that I grew up attending. Having this opportunity allowed me to be one of the creators behind the magic and ultimately with the help of the year-round staff allowed me to pursue my next career path. I utilize the skills I obtained from being a Camp & Nonprofit Management Associate every day and will be forever grateful to have had this opportunity.

Working as an associate was the ideal job for me right out of college. It offered me a buffet of career-building skills and experiences that opened the door to grad school and a full-time job that I love. And yes, living at camp is as amazing as it sounds.