Employment for Summer 2026!
We are hiring for multiple positions for SUMMER 2026.
Applications available February 1, 2026!
- Head Counselors
- Secondary Counselors
Job title: Head Counselor (Age 21+)
When: June-August 2026
Locations: Richmond, Charlottesville
Description:
Love the outdoors and working with kids? We have the job for you! Virginia Outside is hiring for a Counselor position for our Summer Outdoor Youth Programs. Applicant must be comfortable working outside, work well in groups, be responsible, adaptive, and outgoing. Flexible hours, competitive pay, and a fun work environment! Spend time outside teaching kids the basics of fishing, biking, hiking, kayaking/canoeing, rock climbing, and other fun outdoor activities! It is a great opportunity to network with the outdoor community in our area.
Our Day Camps operate from June – August. Counselors generally work Mon-Fri, 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM, with frequent weekend work opportunities as well. This position may include: shuttling vans or gear trailers.
Benefits:
Improving the following: Situational Awareness Skills, Communication Skills, Time Management Skills, River Safety Skills, Leadership Skills, and Patience!
Richmond Head Counselor Positions:
Head Counselor – Fishing Instructor
Head Counselor – Mountain Biking Instructor
Head Counselor – Adventure Instructor
Charlottesville Head Counselor Positions:
Head Counselor – Fishing Instructor
Head Counselor – Adventure Instructor
Job title: Secondary Counselor (Age 16-20)
When: June-August 20256
Locations: Richmond, Charlottesville
Description:
Love the outdoors and working with kids? We have the job for you! Virginia Outside is hiring for a Counselor position for our Summer outdoor youth programs. Applicant must be comfortable working outside, work well in groups, be responsible, adaptive, and outgoing. Flexible hours, competitive pay, and a fun work environment! Spend time outside teaching kids the basics of fishing, biking, hiking, kayaking/canoeing, rock climbing, and other fun outdoor activities! It is a great opportunity to network with the outdoor community in our area.
Our Day Camps operate from June to August. Counselors generally work Mon-Fri, 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM, with frequent weekend work opportunities as well.
Benefits:
Improving the following: Situational Awareness Skills, Communication Skills, Time Management Skills, River Safety Skills, Leadership Skills, and Patience!
Richmond Secondary Counselor Positions:
Secondary Counselor – Fishing Camps
Secondary Counselor – Mountain Biking
Secondary Counselor – Adventure Camps
Charlottesville Secondary Counselor Positions:
Secondary Counselor – Fishing Camps
Secondary Counselor – Adventure Camps
