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At Austin Sunshine Camps our main focus is to provide our campers with an environment where they are able to safely grow, connect, and explore.This year we are hiring nurses for the second half (July 6th – July 31st) of summer at both locations.

The primary role of the Camp Health Officer/Camp Nurse will be to ensure an environment that accounts for the unique health needs of each camper, staff member, and volunteer. The Camp Health Officer ensures the mental, emotional, social, and physical safety of all campers, staff members, and volunteers.

Camp Counselors are the reason campers will have the time of their life at camp. Camp Counselors strive to bring the best versions of themselves to camp every single day, creating a sense of awe amongst their campers with their energy and joy. Camp Counselors are the guiding force for our camper’s time at summer camp. At Austin Sunshine Camps they are passionate about fulfilling our vision for each one of the kids in their cabin. In short, Camp Counselors bring the MAGIC of camp to ASC!

Under the supervision of the Program Coordinators, Camp Counselors help to implement all camp activities while supervising youth, and are crucial to our success at Austin Sunshine Camps!

For Summer 2025, we are only hiring Lifeguards at our Zilker Park Location. Camp Counselors & Lifeguards hold the same responsibilities as a general camp counselor, but will spend specific parts of the schedule solely focused on water activities.

Camp Counselors are the reason campers will have the time of their life at camp, and Lifeguards ensure the safety of all campers and staff in all waterfront activities at Barton Springs and Lady Bird Lake.

Camp Counselors strive to bring the best versions of themselves to camp every single day, creating a sense of awe amongst their campers with their energy and joy. Camp Counselors are the guiding force for our camper’s time at summer camp. At Austin Sunshine Camps they are passionate about fulfilling our vision for each one of the kids in their cabin. In short, Camp Counselors bring the MAGIC of camp to ASC!

Lifeguards ensure that campers have a safe and fun experience in the water during the heat of a Texas summer, giving kids and staff members an opportunity to safely have fun in the water while creating memories with one another.

Counselors-In-Training (CITs) are the cheerleaders of camp. They bring the energy, set the tone, and create an environment for campers to be excited to be a part of! The CITs strive to bring the best versions of themselves to camp every single day, being role models and creating a sense of belonging for their campers with their energy, joy, and positivity. CITs are the bridge between our campers and the counselors during their time at summer camp, and at Austin Sunshine Camps, they are passionate about fulfilling our vision for each one of the kids in their cabin. In short, CITs bring the magic to ASC!

CITs are key players in ensuring campers aged 8-15 have the absolute best camp experience possible. Our typical counselor-to-camper ratio is 1 counselor for every 5 campers, with a CIT providing support to cabin counselors each session. CITs assist our counselors in their role of caring for the well-being and needs of 10 campers, 22 hours a day, for ten days and nine nights.

At Austin Sunshine Camps our main focus is to provide our campers with an environment where they are able to safely grow, connect, and explore. We are looking for candidates how have experience in preparing large amounts of food, management of a budget and inventory, working with children from diverse backgrounds. We want candidates that know the best nutritional practices for youth have high energy, a positive attitude, and grit!

The primary role of the Kitchen Assistant will be to work with the Kitchen Manager to ensure an environment that accounts for the unique dietary and nutritional needs of each camper, staff member, and volunteer. Kitchen Assistants prepare and serve delicious and nutritious meals, three times a day, as well as snacks 2-3 times per day for 130 campers and staff. The Kitchen Assistant performs all washing and cleaning duties required in the kitchen. Kitchen Assistants work approximately nine hours per day.