Leaders in Training/ Internship Program (LITs)

KIDS for the BAY offers a Summer Camp Internship Program for high school students ages 14-17. This is an excellent leadership and resume-building opportunity for high schoolers who love being in nature and working with children!

LITs will work side by side with KIDS for the BAY Educators and Camp Leaders each day of camp, assist with leading various camp activities and games, and help ensure the safety of campers. LITs will gain valuable experience in teaching best practices in environmental education and coordinating a camp program.

“I want to thank the camp staff at KIDS for the BAY for being great role models during my internship and lovely to work with. I really appreciate how supportive and enthusiastic you were throughout my three weeks as an Intern. The camp environment was wonderful and inspirational, and I’ll miss working with the kids and the staff. I learned a lot about how to connect and engage kids in different activities, as well as the importance of environmental and experiential education in keeping their curiosity about and passion for being in nature alive. I’d love to return next summer as a counselor and spend more time with such a great group of kids and staff! Thank you again for having me!

Carolyn Cheng, Intern, 2017

LITs will receive guidance, support, and direction from KIDS for the BAY Educators throughout the summer on a day-to-day basis. This position is an excellent career development opportunity for anyone seeking to gain experience in teaching environmental education and working with youth.

To learn more about the required qualifications and the application process, visit our Leaders in Training/Internship page.

2024 Session Themes and Dates

Week One, June 17 – 21
Stream Science Leaders In Training: Ages 14-17 ALMOST FULL

Week Two, June 24 – 28
Bay Science Leaders In Training: Ages 14-17 WAITLIST

Week Three, July 8 – 12
Zoology Leaders In Training: Ages 14-17 WAITLIST

Week Four, July 15 – 19
Science Leaders In Training: Ages 14-17 WAITLIST

Week Five, July 22 – 26
Ecology Leaders In Training: Ages 14-17 WAITLIST

Week Six, July 29 – August 2
Animal Engineer Leaders In Training: Ages 14-17 WAITLIST

Week Seven, August 5 – 9
Bay-Ocean Leaders In Training: Ages 14-17 WAITLIST