Employment Opportunities
Summer Camp Counselors
Dahlem is hiring enthusiastic Counselors and Assistant Counselors (18+ years) for our 2026 Outdoor Adventure Summer Day Camp!
To apply, click on the following link: camp employment application, and follow the instructions to complete the form. Applications will be reviewed as received. Interview appointments are scheduled between March to May 2026.
- Applicants have experience working and interacting with children, enjoy being outside in nature all day, and are committed to a short term summer job.
- Camp staff must have valid First Aid/CPR/AED and Bloodborne Pathogens certifications. If you need to take the course(s), Dahlem will reimburse your total course fees up to $70. Staff must also provide proper ID for Dahlem to conduct a background check.
- Weekly earnings will depend on the session. Pay range for half-day sessions (5 days) is $275-$295. Pay range for all-day sessions (5 days) is $550-$570.
- Camp staff must attend mandatory camp staff training (receive $165 pay for 1 1/2-day workshop) scheduled for Wednesday June 17, 8:30am-4:30pm and Thursday June 18, 8:30am-12:00pm. Training materials and Wednesday’s lunch will be provided.
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Learn more about camp offerings here; https://www.dahlemcenter.org/adventure-camp/
Questions about Summer Camp or applying? Contact Carrie Benham, Camp Director and Naturalist Educator at cbenham@dahlemcenter.org or Hannah Schauer, Executive Director at hschauer@dahlemcenter.org.
Development Specialist
Dahlem Conservancy is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated development specialist to join our team! Contribute to Dahlem’s fund development efforts by coordinating events, cultivating donor relations, identifying grant opportunities, and soliciting sponsorships. Participate in events and engage with our fantastic volunteers and members to broaden our reach in the community!
Click here to see the full Dahlem Development Specialist Job Description
How to Apply: Send your cover letter and resume via email to Hannah Schauer, Executive Director, at hschauer@dahlemcenter.org, and complete and submit the online application questions (click here).