Refer-A-Friend

Camp is better with friends! If you know someone who would love everything Camp Speers has to offer, your referral can lead to a discount for both of your families this summer! We can't wait to meet all our new friends at camp.

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What kinds of internships are available at Camp Speers YMCA?

We offer internship opportunities in recreation management, education, media, photography, sports management, hospitality, and coaching. We can tailor almost all staff experiences to meet the internship requirements set by your college or university program.
How do I become an Intern at camp?

Becoming a summer Intern at our camp requires that you first apply for a staff position. If you are hired as a counselor or leadership staff member, our directors will assist you in applying for an internship, processing the necessary paperwork, and connecting you with your summer mentor.
What’s the difference between an Intern and a counselor?

First and foremost, you are being paid to intern at Camp Speers YMCA. As an Intern, you’ll need to manage the tasks that are required of you to complete your internship in addition to your responsibilities as a staff member. Most schools require a weekly log of hours worked, the completion of essays or projects throughout the internship, and a special evaluation at the end of the summer. Additionally, if summer interns have completed the hiring process by February 1st, they are invited to join our year-round team at the American Camp Association Tri-State Conference in Atlantic City in March. This invaluable learning experience is something camp professionals look forward to year after year and will serve as an awesome catalyst for your internship.
How does the Speers Internship Program work?

Once you fill out the necessary paperwork through your school, we will assign you a Summer Mentor. We have amazing leadership staff members who have incredible talent and ‘real-life’ experience to share. At the beginning of the summer, you and your mentor will create a program that meets your school’s requirements and Camp Speers YMCA’s expectations. Together, you will create a list of responsibilities, projects, and milestones that will help you achieve your internship goals. When the summer concludes, you will be able to walk away from camp with at least one tangible project (a presentation, a video, an essay, etc.).
Why should I intern at Speers when I can intern at a big office in the city?

When you intern at camp, you get the best of both worlds. A real-world job that’s also FUN! Plus, you have a lifetime ahead of you to spend in an office or in the field, right?
Sounds great… Where do I start?

You will need to speak with your college or university advisor or your major’s internship supervisor to determine whether an internship at camp is relevant to your studies. A proposal might be required, and Speers staff are happy to help you with that process. We encourage you to reach out to us regardless of where you are at in your process so that we can provide guidance and begin interviews. Internship spots are limited and we encourage students to begin this process as early as they are able. If you have questions or are interested in interning at Speers, please contact Dani: dani.robbins@philaymca.org

Over the years, we’ve had many camp families refer friends or family members to camp and we are so grateful for the recommendations! We know that “word-of-mouth” is our best advertising and to show our appreciation, we offer financial incentives to encourage people to spread the good word about our camp programs.

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Refer-A-Friend Form

Simply complete the referral form below. Please submit a separate form for each referral.