The Summit Bechtel Reserve is looking for a motivated Individuals that are looking for an opportunity to learn, hone their skills and build their portfolio of work while serving as interns with Scouting America. This is a great opportunity to work for a nationally recognized non-profit organization with over 100 years of history. The Summit serves a variety of guests including providing Scouting programs to over 5,000 Scouting participants this summer as well as hosting corporate retreats, weddings and other unique events.
Two positions are available:
Show Staff
The Shows Team develops and performs in opening and closing ceremonies, as well as other high-adventure program performances. You are responsible for delivering engaging, story-driven productions that enhance the guest experience. This role requires creativity, collaboration, and live performance experiences.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the design, rehearsal, and delivery of ~20 shows weekly, including opening/closing ceremonies
- Perform in a small ensemble using skits, songs, monologues, and multimedia to engage audiences of 20–60 viewers
- Collaborate on creative development of scripts, set lists, and staging; consistently contribute fresh ideas and energy
- Operate or assist with audio/visual equipment, lighting, and staging during performances as needed.
- Support pre-show rehearsals, event setup, and packing of equipment and materials.
- Work with other program areas to ensure smooth event flow and support camp-wide shows
- Model the Scout Oath and Law in daily interactions
- Maintain a clean, organized, inspected, neat, and safe work area
- Perform additional duties assigned by SBR leadership
- Abide by policies and procedures outlined in the SBR staff handbook
Qualifications
- Minimum age: 18+
- Experience in theatre, music performance, and/or event production preferred
- Musical ability (instrumental or vocal) is strongly preferred
- Strong stage presentation skills and comfortable speaking, singing, and performing in front of groups 10-300 people
- Scouting experience preferred
- Willing to become a registered Scouting America member (includes background screening)
- Comfortable using Microsoft Teams for daily work-related communication
Physical & Practical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, and hike up to 8 hours daily and ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds
- Complete the Annual Health and Medical Record, including height/weight guidelines
- Housing: 10’x12’ platform tent in Staff Camp | Uniform: Summit Staff Uniform | Work Hours: 45-55 hours
Desired Traits
- High emotional intelligence (such as self/social awareness and team dynamics)
- Positive and cheerful attitude with a strong customer-service focus
- Adaptability in a fast-paced environment with ability to learn/develop hard and soft skills
- Ability to connect with individuals from diverse age groups, maturity, and backgrounds
Performance Expectations
- Provide end of year feedback on ways to improve the department
- Receive positive feedback from guests
Event Support
Providing exceptional customer service to our guests.
Responsibilities
- Preparing and providing services for events such as meetings, banquets, weddings, concerts, etc.
- Reading and preparing banquet spaces to event specifications prepared by leadership
- Setting up and tearing down tables, chairs, linens, flatware, glassware, dinner and drink buffets
- Serve food and beverages to guests in a timely and courteous manner
- Collaborating with culinary team and other staff to ensure seamless event execution
- Consistently adhere to dress code
- Model the Scout Oath and Law in daily interactions
- Maintain a clean, organized, inspected, neat, and safe work area
- Perform additional duties assigned by SBR leadership
- Abide by policies and procedures outlined in the SBR staff handbook
Qualifications
- Minimum age: 18+
- Preferred: Experience in events, banquets, or food and beverage operations.
- Preferred: Strong time management and prioritization skills and ability to work independently.
- Willing to become a registered Scouting America member (includes background screening)
- Comfortable using Microsoft Teams for daily work-related communication
Physical & Practical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, and hike up to 14 hours daily and ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds
- Complete the Annual Health and Medical Record, including height/weight guidelines
- Housing: 10’x12’ platform tent in Staff Camp | Uniform: Summit Staff Uniform | Work Hours: 45-55
Desired Traits
- High emotional intelligence (such as self/social awareness and team dynamics)
- Positive and cheerful attitude with a strong customer-service focus
- Adaptability in a fast-paced environment with ability to learn/develop hard and soft skills
- Ability to connect with individuals from diverse age groups, maturity, and backgrounds
Performance Expectations
- Provide excellent customer service to our guests, creating repeat customers
- Adhere to the high customer service standards set forth by SBR daily