The Summit Bechtel Reserve is looking for some excellent seasonal staff to support summer programming and year-round operations at our 10,000 acre facility in Wild & Wonderful West Virginia. We employ 250+ staff each year to serve in a variety of positions ranging from experiential education and adventure activity operators to administrative staff and hospitality specialists.
The Summit serves thousands of youth in our summer programs along with thousands of guests throughout the year. Due to the unique nature of the Summit, we’re looking for committed and passionate staff to help carryout our mission: change lives and create lifelong memories.
Want to join the amazing summer staff of the Summit? Not sure where the best fit is?
Complete the General Interest Application, and a member of the Summit recruiting team will be in touch soon to discuss the many available options!
Our Seasonal jobs generally cover 3 main areas of focus:
The Summit offers competitive pay starting at $1,600/month, including room and board (valued at $2,281), with opportunities to make more depending on position, certifications, and relevant experience.
Basic lodging included with staff includes:
The leadership team at the Summit has substantial experience working with staff members and institutions to help them complete field work credit hours and internships.
In addition to school credit, working as a seasonal staff member at the Summit is a great way to gain valuable work experience that looks great on a resume.
Additional Perks to working at the Summit include:
2021 Wheels Seasonal Manager
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Questions Employment questions may be sent to summit.seasonalstaff@scouting.org or call 304-465-2800.
Situated in the wilds of West Virginia, The Summit Bechtel Reserve is a training, Scouting, and adventure center for the millions of youth and adults involved in Scouting America and anyone who loves the outdoors. The Summit Bechtel Reserve is also home to the National Scout Jamboree and the Paul R. Christen National High Adventure Base.
The mission of Scouting America is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.
