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Name (first and last)*

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Permanent Address*

Street Address City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code

School/Current Address

Street Address City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code

Cell Phone*

Email*

Were you employed at Illahee during the 2024 Summer season?*

Yes
No

What is your preferred method of communication?

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Other

Please share how you prefer to communicate.

Date of Birth*

Social Media profile name (Facebook/Instagram/Other)- We do a lot of communicating through social media. Please let us know how to find you!*

How did you hear about Illahee?*

Which friend told you about Illahee?*

What type of position are you seeking?*

As a non-cabin staff member, I am interested in the following position offered at Illahee.

Which of the following areas are you interested in? (You may check more than one session by holding down the "ctrl" key while clicking.)*

Which "other" area are you interested in?

What is your availability?

Camp dates, including pre-camp trainings and orientation are from June 1st – August 15th, 2025. Please check your availability below (You may check more than one session by holding down the “ctrl” key while clicking.) Priority is given to applicants who can work the entire summer.

The 2025 season opens on Sunday, June 8th and ends on Friday, August 15th. Priority is given to staff available for the full season. What dates are you available to work?*

What days of the week are you available to work?*

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Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

What hours are you available?*

Do you have reliable personal transportation?*

Yes
No

Education and Experience

College or High School*

Year in School or Highest degree earned*

Major

Present Occupation, if working.

Do you have any previous camp experience?

Yes
No

Please tell us where and when and in what capacity (i.e.camper or staff)

Employment Experience – List most recent first and click the button to the right to add more rows)*

Type of Work	Employer	Supervisor	Phone	Email	Dates

Have you ever been terminated from employment?*

Yes
No

Please provide the dates and circumstances.*

References – Please list 3 people (other than employers listed above and other than family members) who can make a statement regarding your current work experience, character and ability. Give complete email address and phone number as these references will be checked by email or phone.*

Name	Position/Relationship to you	Email	Phone Number

Reference #2*

Name	Position/Relationship to you	Email	Phone Number

Reference #3*

Name	Position/Relationship to you	Email	Phone Number

References – Much can change in a year! Please list 1-2 people (other than employers listed above and other than family members) who can make a statement regarding your current character and ability to succeed in this job. Ideally this would be someone with whom you have had interaction with during the past six-twelve months.*

Name	Position/Relationship to you	Address	City/State	Zip	Email	Phone Number

Health Information

Please list any special conditions or limitations, mental or physical, that might impact your ability to perform the job for which you are applying:*

Please explain

Do you have any special dietary restrictions or concerns? If so, please describe:

Activities at Camp

Illahee offers the following activities: Instructional Swimming, Diving, Synchronized swimming, Forward Riding, Hunt Seat Riding, Dressage, Vaulting (on a horse or barrel), Riflery, Archery, Kayaking – Lake/Whitewater, Canoeing, Indoor Wall Climbing/ Rock Site Management/ Lead Climbing, Mountain Biking, Ropes Course Management, Hiking, Orienteering, First Aid Instruction, Camping Skills, Gymnastics, Aerobics, Dance (modern/jazz), Basketball, Field Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Sports Unlimited (teamsports), Tennis, Pickleball, Arts and Crafts, Ceramics, Painting, Woodworking, Fiber Arts (weaving, knitting, crochet, floor looms), Sewing/needlecraft, Cooking, Dramatics (directing plays/behind-the-scenes), Puppetry, Nature, Gardening, Faith and Fellowship, Music – Instrument/Voice, Yoga, Fishing

Tell us about your skills and interests!

I have experience teaching or participating in the following activities at camp or elsewhere:

I could, or would be willing to, serve as head instructor of one or more of the following activities:

Of the activities listed above, which three would you be most excited to teach or learn to teach?

What position are you seeking?

What area of the Arts are you interested in leading?

Ceramics
Fiber Arts
General Arts and Crafts
Painting
Woodworking

What area of the Equestrian Field are you hoping to work?

Riding Instruction
Horse Care
Management

Please detail your qualifications and experience in the area you chose.*

If needed, I also have interest in the following activity areas:

Do you have a lifeguard certification?*

Yes
No
I am interested in becoming lifeguard certified

List other current certifications that you hold.*

As you consider being a cabin counselor, with what age group do you think you would be most effective?*

7-9 year olds
10-12 year olds
13-15 year olds
no preference

Important Guidelines for Camp Illahee Staff

Smoking and/or Vaping are not permitted on camp property.*

I have read and will adhere to this policy.

As a contracted employee at Camp Illahee you are required to follow NC state laws.The use of illegal drugs is absolutely prohibited at Illahee. Violation of this policy or abuse of prescription drugs will result in termination. Prior to the contracted start date, staff will advise the directors of any prescription drugs being taken which could impair fulfilling the duties of the job. All medications must be registered with the camp nurses and kept in the infirmary or camp office. No medications may be kept in the cabins on camp property.*

I have read and will adhere to this policy.

Consumption of alcoholic beverages by minors (under 21) and serving alcoholic beverages to minors while employed by Camp Illahee is prohibited and would jeopardize future employment. Absolutely NO alcoholic beverages may be brought into camp and no one may return to camp under the influence. Can you adhere to this policy?*

I have read and will adhere to this policy.

Do you consume alcoholic beverages?*

Daily
Weekly
Seldom
Never

We are a residential Christian camp. We allow tattoos, but do have restrictions on tattoos that are inappropriate (i.e. nudity, profanity, weapons, drug or alcohol references). We also ask that counselors use discretion when discussing tattoos with campers and if it comes up, to remind campers to discuss this choice with parents or guardians. Finally, counselors should not acquire new tattoos or piercngs, or make extreme changes to hair color/style while on summer staff*

I have read and can adhere to this policy.

Describe the location of any piercings or tattoos:

Have you ever been convicted of a felony or been accused of or convicted of sexual or physical abuse of a minor?*

Yes
No

Please provide the date and circumstances.*

As a staff member you will be expected to arrive on time, ready to work and to be a role model for children and fellow counselors. A positive attitude is essential. Use of inappropriate or adult language is prohibited.

I have read and can adhere to this policy.

As a staff member, you will be giving up a great deal of privacy and comfort, working long and demanding hours, adhering to camp policies which are limiting (cell phone use, curfews, time off, lack of privacy, no smoking or vaping, no drinking alcohol, etc.)*

I have read and can adhere to this policy.

I authorize investigation of all statements herein and release the camp and all others from liability in connection with same. I understand that, if employed, I will be an at-will employee, meaning that employment may be terminated at any time for any reason, and that any agreement to the contrary must be in writing and signed by the director of the camp. I also understand that untrue, misleading, or omitted information herein may result in dismissal, regardless of the time of discovery by the camp.*

I understand and can adhere.

By typing my name in the signature box below, I acknowledge I have carefully read the application and the above policies, all of the information I have provided or will provide to Camp Illahee is accurate, I am electronically signing this instrument on my own behalf, and I have the ability to receive information relating to this transaction by electronic means.*

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Education and Experience

Health Information

Activities at Camp

Tell us about your skills and interests!

Important Guidelines for Camp Illahee Staff