Summer Science Camp Assistant Counselor

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (up to 40 hours per week during camp weeks)
~15 hours for content training in May

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.

Morehead Planetarium and Science Center opened in 1949 as the first planetarium on a college campus in the United States. During the 1960s and 1970s, Morehead trained 62 NASA astronauts (including 11 of the 12 men who walked on the Moon) in celestial navigation. By Morehead's 50th anniversary in 1999, more than five million spectators - half of them schoolchildren - had visited its Star Theater to learn about the cosmos.

Morehead expanded its mission in 2000, becoming not only a gateway to the stars, but a gateway to all the sciences. Today, its programming reflects the expanded mission to help people better understand science, technology, and health through state-of-the-art full dome planetarium shows, exhibits, camps, hands-on classes, and statewide outreach programming.

In 2020, Morehead completed a $9M renovation that expanded its exhibit space which now includes more than 6,000 square feet of exhibit space that highlight a range of science disciplines.

Morehead Planetarium and Science Center is looking for talented high school students aged 16 or older to work in our Summer Science Camps from June 8 - August 7, 2026. We offer exciting, hands-on summer camps to kids from rising kindergarten to rising eighth grade. During the summer, campers explore different areas of science through experiential lessons and unique engagement opportunities.

If you are passionate about working with children, science, or education, please consider sharing your excitement with campers in Chapel Hill as a Summer Camp Assistant Counselor. Our staff enjoys a schedule that is flexible around summer plans! There will be mandatory camp training May 30 - June 1, 2026.

Job duties include:
* Training on science content and curricula geared towards kids ages 5-13 (If you don't have a science background, don't worry - we'll teach you!)
* Learning best practices for teaching camp activities, including working with campers with special needs, using inclusive teaching methods, classroom management support, and general camp management
* Co-leading and assisting with science activities for groups of up to 20 campers with a Lead Counselor and Counselor-In-Training
* Supervising campers to ensure they are safe and having fun
* Communicating with camp administrators involving camp incidents, materials needs, and general camp updates

High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

- At least 16 years of age by May 1, 2025
- Experience working with children
- High level of responsibility, organization, and resourcefulness

Moderate physical effort is required. Counselors may spend time teaching inside and outside (based on camp activities). Prolonged periods of time will also be spent outside during pick up and drop off periods.

Applicants should download and complete the "Counselor Application Supplement 2025" form. Once completed, upload the form in the "Other Documents" section to submit the form with your application. To download the form, please visit https://moreheadplanetarium.org/program/camps/ under the
"Employment" tab.

Applicants are asked to be available for a minimum of 5 camp weeks; however, preference will be given to applicants who are available for more weeks. The camp coordinator will design a flexible staff schedule to consider other responsibilities such as summer classes, etc.

Applicants must be 16 years old by May 1, 2025 to be eligible for this position. Others may apply to our Counselor-in-Training volunteer program.

H-1B sponsorship is not available for this position.

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu

Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.