Internship Responsibilities
PALS Programs designs immersive experiences where young adults with Down syndrome and their peers have fun, grow as individuals, and build transformative friendships. Camp PALS is a week-long, overnight sleepaway camp run at 14 locations across the country from June-August. Regional locations include UMBC and Georgetown University, however applicants are welcome to apply to whichever location suits them! All locations and dates for Summer 2019 program can be found here: https://www.palsprograms.org/summer-programs/
Camp PALS welcomes applications for individuals between the ages of 16-30. Volunteer counselors are paired one-to-one with Campers with Down syndrome and spend the week on teams at college campuses as they build new friendships, explore new regions, and take part in dynamic programming.
Counselors have no out-of-pocket costs during the week other than transportation to and from Camp. Applicants should be ready to be both challenged and inspired.
Check out this video highlighting the 2018 season: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6pGgeUTn74
Skill Set Required
We are looking for volunteers who are welcoming, genuine, passionate, supportive, and fun.
Training is provided, and no experience with the disability community is required.
Internship Location
Baltimore, MD
Details
Semester:
Summer (Jun - Aug)
Year:
2019
Hours per week:
1 week full time opportunity
Workdays:
1 week full time opportunity
Pay:
No
Authorization Requirements:
U.S. Citizen/U.S. National, Permanent U.S. Resident
Application Requirements
Application Deadline:
April 1, 2019
Required Documentation:
Other - Application submitted through PALS System
Application Instructions
To apply, please visit https://www.palsprograms.org/applyforsummer/
Any questions? Contact rosemary@palsprograms.org
