Junior Counselor In Training (CIT) Program is Back at Kids Science Labs
Empowering kids to become leaders through service learning
This summer our beloved Counselor -in-Training program is BACK! Our CIT program is offered at each of our KSL locations, designed for students who have aged out of our Summer Camps (ages 4–12) and are ready for their first leadership experience. This program is open to students ages 12–15, helps build leadership, confidence, teamwork, and empathy while participants assist our youngest campers throughout the day.
Since launching the program in 2012, we’ve trained and inspired hundreds of junior counselors, and we’re excited to welcome a new group each summer.
While the program is open to students with strong academic performance, it is best suited for those who truly enjoy working with younger children. We also love welcoming students who have previously participated in a Kids Science Labs program.
What do CIT Program Students do during the day?
Generally speaking, participants in a CIT Program are doing four things every day in summer camp:
Building Leadership Skills - communicating with diverse learners, team collaboration
Supporting Student Learning - in classroom educational support
Helping engage students during transitions - check-in, opening ceremony, elective classes
Learning successful operations of summer camp - outdoor experience, leadership games, preparing materials
Benefits of the Kids Science Labs CIT Program
Builds confidence and collaboration skills
Enhances communication, listening, and public speaking skills
Growth opportunities to demonstrate leadership and become role models for our youngest camp participants
Encourages creativity and problem-solving skills
Learn how to provide five-star customer experiences by understanding the needs of others and then serving those needs
Development and strengthen core science and design skills through daily projects
Improve comprehension of design skills through assisting young scientists with their own design growth
CIT Program Requirements
12 years old & have completed 7th grade
LOVE being around KIDS… all day!
Available for our in-person safety and classroom training day prior to summer camp
Follow the KSL Code of Conduct
Must commit to four weeks of camp (two consecutive weeks)
Typical CIT Daily Schedule
8:30AM - Help set up the classroom and welcome students and families as they arrive.
9:00AM -12:00PM - Support student learning by helping pass out materials, prepare science experiments, and assist campers as they design and build creative projects such as boats, bridges, and iPad holders.
12:00PM - 1:00PM - CIT lunch break and team-building time with fellow CIT LEADERS.
1:00PM – 1:45PM - Assist campers during Art & Creativity Studio, supporting drawing, painting, and hands-on innovation.
2:00 PM – 2:45 PM – Help lead and support outdoor and leadership games for our young scientists.
3:00PM - Assist with the closing ceremony, helping ensure a smooth and safe dismissal as students are reunited with their families.
How much does the CIT program cost?
$1,000 total, $250/week
4 Weeks of Camp
Fun training day before camp, and a time to meet peers (lunch is included)
CIT KSL T-shirt & Lanyard
$500 scholarship check & Certificate!
(half of the cost of the program provided directly back to your student)
Sound like a good fit for your student this summer?
The next step is for your student to apply using the form to the left.
Our team will get back to you within 5-10 business days!
Get in Touch with Kids Science Labs
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