Who attends Camp Quinipet?
Most of the children attending camp
at Quinipet come from Long Island, New York City, lower NY State and Connecticut. We support diversity in our campers.
The children are between 4 and 17 years old. We also have adult retreat groups that stay at Quinipet and take advantage of
the program. We are committed to do whatever we can to get the child into a program best suited for him or her.
Why should I work at Quinipet?
Now is the time to take a summer job that will make a difference. College students today are the last generation
raised in an interactive rather than virtual world. Do you ever feel like you aren't really living? Do you feel removed from
the natural world? Now is the time to stop, spend some time getting in touch with yourself and bringing the wonderful experience
of truly living to the generation that follows us. Chat rooms and video games constitute "fun" in the typical 14-year old's
life. What has happened to making friends in person and to outdoor activities? Let's give young people the chance to see a
turtle for the first time.
How does camping work at Quinipet?
Our campers come for one
week intervals and attend one focus program for that week. They are in groups according to the camp program they registered
for. Most programs run from Sunday at 2:00 pm to the following Saturday at 10:00 am. The break time between weeks is
for the staff to get some rest and allow for maintenance of the buildings, etc.
Our hope is that you find a comfortable
place and develop a program of your own around your interests and abilities. You have the opportunity of essentially doing
different activities each week.
Activities:
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Sailing
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Sports of all kinds
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Kayaking
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Horseback Riding
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Campfires
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Arts and Crafts
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Music
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Nature Activities
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Morning Chapel
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Swimming
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Canoeing
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Team Building
Volunteer Counselor:
Volunteering is one great way to give something back to the youth population. When volunteering, you may
be placed with paid staff or perhaps with other volunteers. If it is your first experience, you can prepare for camp by showing
up with a good attitude and an open mind. The program director of the specific camp to which you are assigned will lead the
way. Your role, however, is still very important. The campers and staff will bond and treat you like a little or big brother
or sister !
Living on Shelter Island for the summer...
Quinipet certainly is on an island. Shelter Island is accessible by a 15-minute ferry ride from either the
north or the south fork of Long Island. The ferry carries everything out to the island so it make for a unique experience.
Shelter Island is about 2 hours east of New York City at the end of Long Island. The island has some stores and shops;
don't worry though, Greenport, on the mainland, is just a short walk from the ferry and has just about anything you could
need or want. The eastern end of Long Island is one of the most beautiful, best kept secrets on earth.
Positions Available:
The Summer positions are listed below. Often a position is centered to
the available staff for the season. Please look at the list for ideas, but please don't limit us to the positions listed below.
Different people come with different strengths and each person's position will represent his or her strengths. Positions can
be rotating. At camp, no one has just one job. Please don't apply expecting this is a nine-to-five kind of job. Your
duties are ever present and these camp jobs require people who can handle long days with children. Come expecting to work.
You will receive 24 hours off each week and a break each day. Staff also have shared rooms with other staff away
from campers to serve as a home base.
Quinipet Summer Job Descriptions
What you get for your hard work
We are one
of the highest paying camps according to the American Camping Association and we do this to attract good people. We make sure
you’re comfortable and can go back to school with some money in the bank. You can expect to earn between $1,500 and
$2,000 for the seven weeks of service (1 week of training and 6 weeks of camping)
Who we hire and how to apply:
We will consider applicants at least 17 years of age and older.
Candidates with waterfront and American Red Cross Safety certifications will be given priority in hiring.
All applicants must have a Social Security Number.
We require three non-relative references, a criminal history background check, and a lifestyle covenant.
If promoting nature, the greatness of life, good values and spirituality at Quinipet sounds like something
you are interested in, we want to hear from you. Perhaps you have a friend or two that also share your same feelings
and values; they should talk to us also! You have a chance to make a difference this summer and bring children memories
they will never forget. Look back at this summer with no regrets, come be a part of the Quinipet team.
**International Staff Will Only Be
Considered Through Agency Programs**
We begin to review staff applications on a rolling basis in January for that following
summer.
Follow each of the steps below for applying for a summer staff position:
1. Complete the interest form and submit it to Quinipet so we know you have interest. Let us know
if you would prefer to have applications snail mailed instead of downloading them.
2. Download Our Application and complete it.
3. Download Personal Statement Question and answer it.
4. Download three Reference Forms and send them out.
5. Write a brief cover letter.
6. Snail Mail the above application, cover letter and references to:
Quinipet Camp and Retreat Center
Staff Applications
PO Box 549
Shelter Island Hgts, NY 11965
** For Applicants who have worked at Quinipet for a summer
Please fill out "Returning Staff Application" and "Returning Staff Feedback"
Send it in to the address above with a Cover Letter.
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Staff Application
Staff Reference Form
**Returning Staff Application
**Returning Staff Feedback
Staff Travel:
Quinipet offers a $200 travel allowance for staff who's primary residence is more than 400 miles
away from camp. Many staffers fly in on Southwest and we can pick you up at the airport if you can fly into MacArthur.
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