We are a team of talented individuals, super heroes, coaches, memory makers, listeners, problem solvers – a community with purpose, united by a shared code of values and common goals.
Why Falling Creek?
Being a summer camp counselor is one of the most rewarding, challenging and enjoyable jobs you will ever have. If you want to make a difference in the lives of others while having fun and building life skills, there’s no better place to spend your summer than Falling Creek Camp. Each summer our select group of staff members come together for a common purpose — to help our campers become the men that God intends them to be.
What does it take?Need internship credit?
Reach out to us about customizing your summer employment at Falling Creek to satisfy your degree’s internship requirements.
Hear Matthew’s perspective on his summer internship for his Computer Science degree.
What do you get?Looking for a glimpse into the counselor experience?
Are you a former camper? Hear what it’s like to return as a counselor from fellow former campers.
Ready to Jumpstart Your Future?
Find our how working at camp can build your network, give you internship credit, and help you move to the next stage of long-term career development.
Career Development ResourcesNever before have I been in a position where I’m working with people I respect as much as I do here, and I think that has so much to do with the fact that the people who come and work here do it because they want to, not for any other motive. The people who I’ve had the opportunity to meet and become close with them, I’ve just had a blast. The fun really doesn’t stop once you’re done being a camper.
Sam Feingold / Mt. Pleasant, SC
Essential Skills
Love of Brotherhood. Dedication to live by the Falling Creek Code. Patient. Genuinely Enthusiastic. Friendly. Eager to Grow. Open to Offer and Receive Feedback. Able to Think on Your Feet. Good Decision Maker. Hard Working. Get-It-Done Attitude. Available from Late May until Early August. Completed At Least One Year of College and/or At Least 19 Years Old.
Working at camp teaches you invaluable 21st century skills. Read more about how your camp experience can translate to your resume here.
If you are wondering about what you want to do for the summer, please consider being a counselor at FCC, a place to grow personally and have an awesome experience to be a positive role model to youngsters, this place had one of the most positive impacts on my life.
Vince G. / Counselor, 1987-97
Application Tips
We take great care and pride in recruiting and selecting the best talent to make up our 140-member staff. If you think you might be ready to work at camp, you can help yourself stand out by familiarizing yourself with Falling Creek and our talent acquisition process.
Learn to stand outHow to Apply
Ready to work at camp? View the overall job description and requirements, then complete your application online! Follow our 4 Application Steps if you’re not sure where to start. If you have any questions along the way, feel free to contact us for more information.
Begin Your ApplicationAs a former FCC counselor, I can attest to the profoundly positive impact that role played in my life. Not only do you develop life-long relationships with staff and campers, but you learn ever-important soft skills through managing teams and navigating tough situations. It provides the perfect foundation from which any career can be built.”
Jonathan G. / Counselor, 2009 & 2011
Be Sure to Do Your Research!
- You’ll look back at this job as the best job you’ve ever had!
- FAQ about working at our summer camp.
- Camp’s location in western North Carolina and what it means for you.
- Meet our full-time staff and the this summer’s team.
- Check us out on Facebook and Instagram.
- Make yourself stand out! View our application tips.
I’ve been a camp counselor, an intern in a brokerage firm, and a law clerk. I learned more from being a counselor than anywhere else. Nothing will help you grow up faster than being at a place like Falling Creek. The camp counselor experience can prepare you to be your best.
Matthew G. / Columbia, South Carolina