Position Description

Position: Summer Adventure & Recreation Internship

Department: Short Term Programs: High School Summer Program

Supervisor: Assistant Director of Recreation and Outdoor Programs

Date: May 18, 2026

Job Summary

The Summer Adventure & Recreation position at Landmark College offers hands-on experience supporting a specialized, residential summer program designed for neurodivergent high school students. This program focuses on fostering independence, social skills, and executive functioning through outdoor, adventure, and social activities. Some of the key responsibilities include: activity facilitation, student support, behavioral and social support, safety and risk management, documentation, and collaborative planning.

The Summer Adventure & Recreation Intern will support the program by facilitating recreational activities, managing safety, and helping students develop social connections and independent living skills within the Landmark College environment.

Job Specifications

Adventure & Recreation Program Staff will work alongside the Assistant Director of Recreation and Outdoor Programs and the Director of Student Involvement and Leadership Development, in collaboration with the Athletics, Fitness, and Recreation Department and the High School Summer Program (HSSP) team, to deliver safe, instructional outdoor, recreation, and social opportunities to the Landmark College Community on and off campus. A typical Summer Adventure & Recreation position includes a weekly schedule that may include afternoons facilitating programs, mornings in the office and prepping for activities, facilitating and driving Landmark Shuttles for off-campus activities, and weekend trips. Supporting High School Program and High School Program staff, as needed.

Ideal Candidates

Applicants should be available to work mornings, nights, and weekends, as needed.

The most successful applicants have had a connection to our mission and a passion for sharing outdoor recreation with neurodivergent individuals. They are ambitious, adaptable and able to learn independently and contribute meaningfully.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Support & Delivery: Assist in the planning, preparation, and execution of adventure & recreation programs and events.

• Peer Mentorship: Serve as a peer mentor and resource for HSP students and college students (S1, S2, Bridge, Readiness), providing guidance, support, and encouragement as they transition to high school life on a college campus or life on LC’s campus.

• Student Support: Provide mentorship and supervision for neurodivergent teens, fostering an inclusive, supportive, and engaging environment.

• Safety & Risk Management: Ensure the safety and well-being of all participants, following established protocols for on-campus and off-campus activities.

• Group & Activity Facilitation: Lead small group discussions, icebreaker activities, and team-building exercises to help new students connect with their peers and build relationships.

• Behavioral & Social Support: Implement strategies for positive behavior support and assist students in developing social skills and self-advocacy.

• Event Management: Assist with logistics, coordination, and facilitation of activities and events, including on and off-campus programs- preparation, setup, execution, and cleanup.

• Administrative Tasks: Complete administrative duties as assigned, such as data entry, material preparation, and inventory management.

• Role Model: Serve as a positive role model and ambassador for the college, embodying its values and fostering a welcoming and inclusive campus environment.

• Conflict Resolution: Handle conflicts and concerns of staff and students with professionalism, empathy, and discretion, referring complex issues to appropriate staff members when necessary.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills, patience, enthusiasm, adaptability, and the ability to work as part of a team.

• Experience in therapeutic, outdoor recreation, and/or special education.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Enthusiasm for working with high school age individuals

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

• Previous experience in leadership, mentoring, or customer service preferred.

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and an irregular work schedule with events and activities.

• Commitment to upholding the college's mission, vision, and values.

Preferred Qualifications

• Wilderness First Aid (WFA), or Wilderness First Responder (WFR) Certified

• Lifeguard Certification

• Challenge Course Facilitation Experience

• First Aid/CPR certification (or willingness to obtain)

• Previous experience working with neurodiverse populations (autism, ADHD, etc.) or in a summer camp setting is strongly preferred.

• Possession of a current and valid driver’s license

Physical Demands:

• Ability to stand, walk, and facilitate Adventure & Recreation Programs that may include either indoor or outdoor environments on and off the Landmark College Campus.

• Lift and move equipment and materials up to 25 pounds.

• Navigate stairs, the outdoors, and uneven terrain on and off Landmark College Campus.

Term of Employment:

Adventure & Recreation Summer Intern position is typically a temporary, part-time position that begins on June 22, 2026, and concludes on August 6, 2026.

Dates:

• Training:

• High School Summer Program:

Compensation:

Stipend: $3,800, plus room and board (meals in the Dining Hall) from June 22, 2026, to August 6, 2026.

Pay: $3,800.00 per year

Work Location: In person