Help children explore history by becoming a Junior Camp Counselor for the Mount Prospect Historical Society’s youth programs!
The Mount Prospect Historical Society (MPHS) offers five summer programs for young historians ages 6 to 11 years old: History Camp, Prairie Kids I & II, The Science of History, If You Lived, and Art Fusion: Creativity on Campus. Each program features crafts and activities inspired by historical topics. More information about each of these programs can be found here.
Junior Camp Counselors are expected to arrive at MPHS half an hour before their assigned program and should expect to stay approximately half an hour after the program ends. They will help with setting up and cleaning up and will assist in facilitating activities and crafts. Please be aware that this is an unpaid volunteer opportunity.
| Program | Program Times | Junior Camp Counselor Times |
| History Camp, Session 1 (June 9 – 13) | 9am – 12pm | 8:30am – 12:30pm |
| History Camp, Session 2 (July 7 – 11) | 9am – 12pm | 8:30am – 12:30pm |
| Prairie Kid I (July 24) | 10am – 12pm | 9:30am – 12:30pm |
| Prairie Kid II (July 24) | 1pm – 3pm | 12:30pm – 3:30pm |
| The Science of History (July 31) | 10am – 12pm | 9:30am – 12:30pm |
| If You Lived… (July 31) | 1pm – 3pm | 12:30pm – 3:30pm |
| Art Fusion (August 4 – 8) | 9am – 12pm | 8:30am – 12:30pm |
You can fill out an application here. Applications must be submitted by May 17, 2025.
Junior Camp Counselors should plan to attend a short training session during the first week of June. This training will include a tour of the Historical Society campus and an overview of safety procedures, expectations, and specific camp activities.
Requirements
- Must be at least 12 years old
- Must work well with others, especially with children
- Must take direction from the Camp Director
Responsibilities
- Assist with activity preparations before and after each day of camp
- Assist with clean-up during and at the end of each day of camp
- Help campers participate in activities and work on crafts
- Please note: Junior Camp Counselors may not have the opportunity to personally participate in camp activities and crafts. Your role is to assist the Camp Director in facilitating the activities and helping registered campers with their craft projects.
- Know and understand all emergency procedures
- Know, follow, and enforce all safety guidelines to ensure the safety of all camp participants and the museum campus
- Be a role model for the campers
- Be friendly, helpful, and enthusiastic
Benefits
- Time can be used for service hours credit
- Consideration for future internships and volunteer positions
- Work with encouraging and supportive staff
- Immersion into Mount Prospect’s rich history
- Experience partnering with a non-profit
- Make a difference in your community!
A printable version of the Junior Camp Counselor role description can be found below.