Youth Leadership Programs

About The Program

Campers In Leadership Training (CILTs) participate in leadership lessons focused on working with youth and learning general job skills. The program concentrates on building the participant’s communication skills within both large and small groups, professionalism, critical thinking, problem-solving, confidence, discipline, and initiative. From activities such as lesson planning to mock interviews, the campers develop the necessary skills to become a part of future Blue camp staff or obtain employment elsewhere. A typical day for a CILT begins with a skill-based workshop, where they practically apply skills in a camp setting, as well as other activities throughout the day. CILTs develop their leadership skills while working with participants at our Blue Camp or Explorer Camp. CILTs always work with campers that are at least two years younger than they are. CILTs in this program learn how to be flexible and take initiative in a bigger system. CILTs are considered campers in a leadership training role, and therefore pay a fee, depending upon the program and session. Participants receive an evaluation of their workplace strengths and skills, coaching on how to maximize those strengths, as well as a UC Berkeley Leadership Certificate upon completion of the program.  

Program Details

The CILT program, is for those youth that have completed 8th -10th grade. CILT's are considered to be campers. They have parents handle the sign-up process, while CILTs get training and supervision during the two weeks they are at camp. While many CILTs stay for more than one session, the CILT program does not require two or more sessions like the CIT/JC program does. The CIT/JC program, for those who completed 9th-12th grade, is for those teens who are a little more mature and have two or more sessions to commit to camp. CITs and JCs are considered staff members. In the staff application process, it is the applicant who manages his or her own application, communicates with their potential supervisor, and schedules their own interview. When a parent needs to communicate on behalf of their child, it is a signal to us that they are not quite ready to be a staff member. The training for the CIT/JC program takes place in early June. This is a job and we are teaching them work skills while they are learning to be a camp counselor.  

Ages, Eligibility

CILTs must be ages 14-16 (by June 1, 2021)

Questions? Contact:

Dave Leimsieder - Director, Youth Programs
510-701-4288 | daveleimsieder@berkeley.edu

2021 CILT Program Sessions & Locations

	Ages	Price	Start Date	End Date	Registration Link
BLUE CAMP CILT Golden Bear Recreation Center
CILT (Blue Camp) Session I	14 - 16 Year Olds	$350	6/7/2021	6/18/2021	Register
CILT (Blue Camp) Session II	14 - 16 Year Olds	$350	6/21/2021	7/2/2021	Register
CILT (Blue Camp) Session III	14 - 16 Year Olds	$350	7/12/2021	7/23/2021	Register
CILT (Blue Camp) Session IV	14 - 16 Year Olds	$350	7/26/2021	8/6/2021	Register
CILT (Blue Camp) Intersession A	14 - 16 Year Olds	$175	7/6/2021	7/9/2021	Register
CILT (Blue Camp) Intersession B	14 - 16 Year Olds	$175	8/9/2021	8/13/2021	Register
EXPLORER CAMP CILT Strawberry Canyon Rec Area
CILT (Explorer Camp) Session I	14 - 16 Year Olds	$350	6/7/2021	6/18/2021	Register
CILT (Explorer Camp) Session II	14 - 16 Year Olds	$350	6/21/2021	7/2/2021	Register
CILT (Explorer Camp) Session III	14 - 16 Year Olds	$350	7/12/2021	7/23/2021	Register
CILT (Explorer Camp) Session IV	14 - 16 Year Olds	$350	7/26/2021	8/6/2021	Register
CILT (Explorer Camp) Intersession A	14 - 16 Year Olds	$175	7/6/2021	7/9/2021	Register
CILT (Explorer Camp) Intersession B	14 - 16 Year Olds	$175	8/9/2021	8/13/2021	Register

 

About The Program

This volunteer CIT program serves as the entry rung of the ladder leading to becoming a paid camp staff member. The goal of the program is to develop leadership skills that can be applied to all aspects of life and utilized in any future career. The CIT is considered a volunteer staff member, attends pre-camp training and is assigned a schedule and volunteer duties with the camp he or she is placed. Most applicants will work with Explorer or Blue Camps, but there are also limited positions with the Skateboard Camp and Gymnastics Camp. CITs must have completed 9th grade to qualify.  

Compensation:

Volunteer Position  

Location:

Golden Bear Recreation Center - Blue Camp Location and Strawberry Canyon Recreation Area - Explorer Camp Location.

Application:

Apply or view the Job Description. Please be sure to indicate that you are applying for the Volunteer Counselor in Training program. Applications are reviewed by camp committee; if selected for an interview you will be notified by e-mail in mid-April. Final selections for the program are made after the interviews are complete.

Questions? Contact:

Dave Leimsieder - Director, Youth Programs (Blue or Explorer Camp)
510-701-4288 | daveleimsieder@berkeley.edu

Leesa Berahovich - Operations Coordinator (Gymnastics & Skateboarding)
510-643-8023 | youth@berkeley.edu

About The Program

Junior Counselors are considered staff members; attend pre-camp staff training; and are assigned a work schedule and job duties with the program they are placed in. The goal of the program is to develop leadership skills that can be applied to all aspects of life and utilized in any future career. Junior Counselors develop skills by setting and achieving personal goals while also leading and teaching children different activities at camp.

Compensation:

Half-Time Paid & Half-Time Unpaid Junior Internship  

Location:  

Golden Bear Recreation Center - Blue Camp Location and Strawberry Canyon Recreation Area - Explorer Camp Location.  

Application:

Apply or view the Job Description. Please be sure to indicate that you are applying for the Junior Counselor in Training program. Applications are reviewed by camp committee; if selected for an interview you will be notified by e-mail in mid-April. Final selections for the program are made after the interviews are complete.

Questions? Contact:

Dave Leimsieder - Director, Youth Programs (Blue or Explorer Camp)
510-701-4288 | daveleimsieder@berkeley.edu

About The Program

Develop leadership skills to last a lifetime, while deepening expertise in sailing, windsurfing, paddling, rock climbing, or general recreation. Daily leadership development instruction with dedicated staff will be tailored to the needs and interests of participants, and skills learned there will be applied in instructor-in-training roles. The Youth Leadership Program (YLP) participants will build their own journeys with our staff, setting goals, participating in guest workshops, engaging with campers, and building curricula.  

Program Requirements

• Must have completed 9th – 12th grade, though entering 8th and 9th graders may be considered
• Experience in an area of specialization (sailing, rock climbing, etc.)
• Experience with children preferred
• Ability to adhere to behavioral expectations

 

Applying for this program

Prospective participants are asked to submit a letter of reference to laurengregory@berkeley.edu and complete the online application prior to registering. Contact laurengregory@berkeley.edu with individuals needs, questions, or scheduling concerns. If your application is accepted you will be sent a registration link and code via email to complete the online enrollment form and make your camp fee payment. Price: $350

Questions? Contact:

Lauren Gregory - Cal Adventures Youth Program Manager
510-643-2509 | laurengregory@berkeley.edu

Camp Sessions

Location: UC Berkeley Marina – 124 University Ave Berkeley, CA 94720.