Here’s How to Get a Summer Camp Job in or Near Reston

Are you a college student looking for a job this summer?

There are dozens of spots available at camps run by Reston Association, Fairfax County Park Authority and other agencies.

The time to apply is now. Here are some links to follow.

Fairfax County Park Authority is looking for “creative, high-energy and motivated candidates” ages 18 and older for part-time positions in its Rec-PAC program.

Rec-PAC will be running day camps at 46 elementary school locations across the county. The program operates weekdays from July 5 through August 12, and staff will be assigned to a site and work daily from 8:15 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. Camp leaders and site directors earn $10 to $12 per hour.

Open hire events will be held on:

May 6 from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on the first floor of the Government Center Herrity Building at 12055 Government Center Parkway in Fairfax, Virginia.

May 18 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Oakton Elementary School at 3000 Chain Bridge Road in Oakton, Virginia.

June 6 from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on the first floor of the Government Center Herrity Building at 12055 Government Center Parkway in Fairfax, Virginia.

Bring  photo ID (driver’s license, passport, school photo ID), voided check to set up direct deposit from your paycheck, and Social Security card to open hire events, where you can fill out hiring paperwork (if hired) on the spot.

Reston Association is hiring seasonal workers for its many camps, as well as swim instructors and lifeguards for its pools. Check out RA’s job section for more information.

Reston Community Center is hiring counselors and staff for its camp programs. Access an application on RCC’s website.