Camp Lochearn for Girls
Camp Lochearn for Girls
Currently recruiting for the season from June 14th, 2025 to August 18th, 2025.
Camp Lochearn for Girls is an all-girls, residential summer camp located between the White Mountains and the Green Mountains in Post Mills, Vermont. Our counselors and campers come from all over the world to enjoy the beauty of Vermont. Lochearn is one of the most well-respected all-girls camps in the country and has been on Lake Fairlee for over 100 years.
Located in the White Mountains in Post Mills, Vermont, about 20 minutes from Dartmouth College, 3 hours from Boston and about 5 hours from New York City. Our 50 acres of pristine camp property is right on the shores of beautiful Lake Fairlee, and many of our cabins and facilities are right along the waterfront as well.
- Location
- Vermont
- Season
- Summer
- Staff size
- 90-100
- Housing
- Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
- Meals
- Provided
- Cell phone service
- Some, ask for details
- Internet access
- Good
About Camp Lochearn for Girls
Our camp runs two sessions that each last four weeks and our staff spend about ten weeks total on beautiful Lake Fairlee. Our activities include, but are not limited to, land sports, such as lacrosse, tennis, and horseback riding; water sports, such as waterskiing, canoeing, and paddleboarding; a high ropes alpine tower; arts and crafts of all kinds; and hikes through the mountains of Vermont and New Hampshire. Camp Lochearn has been in operation on Lake Fairlee for over 100 summers and is rich with traditions new and old.
The Employee Experience
Working at Camp Lochearn is an experience, unlike any other job. Staff will meet and work with people from all over the United States and all over the world. We live by our camp motto and foster a community of kindness for our campers. Our staff members not only have a passion for working with children and for working at camp but are also mentors who help to shape young girls' lives over the course of four weeks. The skills, friendships, and work experience you will gain at Camp Lochearn is unmatched by any typical summer job and is an experience that lasts a lifetime.
Ideal Candidate
Our staff members are well-rounded, diverse, and passionate individuals. We are seeking college-age or older individuals who love working with kids, have solid communication skills, and want to spend their summer at camp. We pride ourselves on providing a camp program focused on skill development, inclusion, and personal growth, and we look for staff who are interested in facilitating that experience for campers.
Room and Board
Room and board is included for the summer. Cabin staff live with between 4 - 8 campers, and co-cabin staff and non-cabin staff live in cabins with 1 - 4 other staff members. Bathrooms are community-style bathrooms located centrally in camp.
Employee Perks
Over the course of the summer, staff will have two 30-hour periods off each session, and days off before camp starts and between sessions. We have van shuttles that take staff members to and from the nearby towns, where they can shop, go out to dinner, or catch a bus to nearby Burlington, VT, or Boston. On staff days off, we provide a ski boat and boat driver for them to enjoy skiing and wakeboarding, as well as open our other facilities up for them to use in their free time.
Getting Here and Getting Around
The most highly recommended way to get to Camp Lochearn is by flying into Boston Logan International Airport and taking the Dartmouth Coach to Hanover, New Hampshire. From Hanover, we pick up staff members and are about 25 minutes away in Post Mills, VT. We also have areas at camp for staff to park personal vehicles if you choose to drive. We provide van shuttles to and from town on days off for staff that do not have personal transportation at camp.
For Fun
Camp Lochearn is located near the border between Vermont and New Hampshire. Surrounding the area in the White Mountains are various hiking trails, mountain hikes, and east coast beaches in Maine and New Hampshire. We are located a few hours from Montreal, Canada, as well as Lake Champlain and Burlington, Vermont. In the nearby towns and cities, there is shopping, dining, and other activities for staff to do on time off. Camp Lochearn is about three hours from Boston and about five hours from New York.
Current Job Openings
Cabin Counselor / Lifeguard
LOOKING FOR A SUMMER JOB?
Do you have a passion for the water and working with kids? Are you interested in spending your summer in beautiful Vermont, working with our campers and sharing that passion? Camp Lochearn for Girls is a residential summer camp located in Post Mills, Vermont (20 minutes from Dartmouth College) and we are currently hiring activity instructors & cabin counselors for the summer of 2026.
Our swimming instructors and lifeguards work with girls ages 7-15 to help share a love of the water and ensure safety on the waterfront. Located on beautiful Lake Fairlee, Camp Lochearn offers Swimming (beginner and competitive), Water Zumba, Canoeing/Kayaking, Paddleboarding, Diving, Sailing, and more. Training/Certification will be provided to our lifeguard counselors during Orientation.
If you are interested in a position at Camp Lochearn please click on the link below to fill out our staff interest form. Competitive salary based on experience and background.
*Candidates should be 18 years or older and available to work at Camp between 6/14 and 8/18.
https://lochearn.campintouch.com/ui/forms/interest/staff/App
Cabin Counselor/Activity Instructor
LOOKING FOR A SUMMER JOB?
Do you have a passion for the outdoors and working with kids? Are you interested in spending your summer in beautiful Vermont? Camp Lochearn for Girls is a residential summer camp located in Post Mills, Vermont (20 minutes from Dartmouth College) and we are currently hiring Cabin Counselors and Activity Instructors for the Summer of 2026.
Camp Lochearn is looking to hire individuals who bring personality, enthusiasm, character, stability, and warmth to the role of Camp Counselor/Activity Instructor. We value staff who have a genuine passion for working and living with children. Ideal candidates will be able to teach in an assigned program area and activity, and an ability to work with diverse skill and age levels is important. Whether your experience is in the Arts, Sports, Waterfront, or Adventure, Camp Lochearn has a place for you with over 40 different activity areas from which to choose!
The time you invest in mentoring and caring for campers during the summer will have an incredible impact on their development and growth. Being a successful Camp Counselor is one of the most fulfilling jobs you can have during the summer. It is an opportunity to truly make a difference in the lives of others!
We are looking for dedicated individuals who strike a unique balance of fun, skill, and responsibility. If you think that this describes you, then you may have just found your summer home! Please email work@camplochearn.com today or fill out our Staff Inquiry Form on our website! www.camplochearn.com
Competitive salary based on experience and background. Candidates should be 18 years or older and available to work at Camp between 6/14 and 8/18.
https://lochearn.campintouch.com/ui/forms/interest/staff/App
Cabin Counselor / Climbing Instructor
Do you have a passion for climbing and working with kids? Are you interested in spending your summer in beautiful Vermont, working with our campers and sharing that passion? Camp Lochearn for Girls is a residential summer camp located in Post Mills, Vermont (20 minutes from Dartmouth College) and we are currently hiring activity instructors & cabin counselors for the summer of 2026.
Our climbing instructors work with girls ages 7-15 to help share a love of climbing. Help campers reach new heights and gain confidence as they learn the basics of climbing and excel through the program. Lochearn has an Alpine Tower, low ropes, and Zipline. Training/Certification will be provided to our climbing counselors during Orientation.
If you are interested in a position at Camp Lochearn please click on the link below to fill out our staff interest form. Competitive salary based on experience and background.
*Candidates should be 18 years or older and available to work at Camp between 6/14 and 8/18.
https://lochearn.campintouch.com/ui/forms/interest/staff/App
How to Apply
To apply, please email: work@camplochearn.com and submit an application by clicking the APPLY HERE button.
Contact Info
- Erin Dow
- work@camplochearn.com
- (802) 333-4211
- www.camplochearn.com
