Mentor Program

Our Mentor Program is an exciting teen leadership experience for returning campers ages 14-15. Mentors learn from senior staff, assist with activities, and serve as positive role models for younger campers. They gain responsibility, confidence, and leadership skills while enjoying the CSC fun they love.

  • Open to former Camp St Charles campers, ages 14 and 15

  • Application required plus two references

  • Mentors may earn 86 hours of service during a two week session

  • Mentors may participate for two summers

  • Age 16+ should apply for Junior Counselor role

Apply to be a Mentor
Apply to be a Mentor
A mentor camper serving other campers at the snack stand.
Two girl mentor campers sitting and smiling.
“Being a mentor at CSC teaches things not emphasized enough at other camps like fairness, responsibility, and leadership.”
- Grant, Former Mentor

The Bridge to Leadership

Camper

Ages 6-13

The traditional CSC overnight camp experience for our Middies, Minors, and Major campers ages 6-13.

Mentor Camper

Ages 14-15

At age 14, former campers can apply to be a Mentor. This can be the first stepping stone to become a CSC staff member.

Junior Counselor

Ages 16-17

At age 16, former Mentors can apply to be a Junior Counselor. This is a paid, full-time seasonal staff position.

Apply to be a Mentor
Apply to be a Mentor

The Mentor Experience

Mentors step into a meaningful leadership role at camp, learning from senior staff while supporting younger campers through daily routines, activities, and cabin life. They practice real‑world skills like communication, teamwork, and responsibility as they help lead games, assist with program areas, and contribute to the smooth flow of camp operations.

Along the way, Mentors still enjoy many of their favorite CSC traditions, bond with their cohort, and participate in special leadership sessions designed to build confidence and character. It’s a chance to stay connected to camp, grow as a leader, and make a lasting impact on the CSC community.

Leadership

Service

Faith

CSC Fun

A camp counselor painting on a smiling campers face.
Mentor campers helping a younger camper clean his trunk.

Eligibility

  • Returning camper, ages 14–15

  • Application required by November 1

  • Two references required

  • Desire to grow, serve, and take on new responsibilities

Responsibilities

  • Mentors assist with younger campers for the duration of the session.

  • Assist in food prep, yard work, and other projects alongside fellow Mentors

  • Attend scheduled leadership workshops with the Mentor Coordinator.

Apply to be a Mentor
Apply to be a Mentor