Germany Camp Counselor
Lake Koeris, Germany Koeris
Location: Lake Koeris, Germany Koeris
Opportunity Type: Launch ShortTerm Missionary
Dates: July 14 - August 23, 2025
At our English Camps you will have the opportunity to be a counselor (~5 campers per counselor). Accompany and lead “your” campers through the day: cheer for them during the games, spend free time with them, guide them through their Quiet Time, encourage them, share from your life – show them what it means to trust and follow Christ. Some of our campers already follow Christ; others have no idea who Christ is.
We hold English Camps because it is a great way to teach teenagers English (in Germany, students have to take English in school and camps give them an excellent chance to practice). Yet, more importantly, it provides us with the opportunity to reach many campers from a non-church background. Many campers that come to our camps have never heard the gospel. Native speakers take a huge part in making our camps truly “English”. So, the fact that you don’t speak German is exactly what we are looking for!
Details
Travel
You will arrive and depart from Berlin-Brandenburg International Airport (BER). We will pick you up and drop you off there. Arrival: anytime on the Friday/Saturday before camp starts; departure: anytime on the Sunday after camp ends.
Visa
If you are from the US: Tourist visa – won’t cost you anything (you just need a passport). Other countries: please check if you need a Schengen-Visa (cost ~80€).
Food
You will eat with our campers and other staff. Our kitchen will serve three meals per day: Breakfast: cereals, bread, cold cuts, jam, fruits, etc. Lunch: warm dish, salad, dessert Supper: bread, cold cuts, vegetables A vegetarian alternative is always provided. For any food intolerances, please contact us before arrival.
Housing
Free housing! You will stay at our WOL property and share your dorm with other staff members. Towels and beddings provided. Also included: free Wi-fi, free access to washer and dryer. We also take you on a sightseeing trip to Berlin on a weekend.
Transportation
Throughout the week we drive you to the places you need to go.
What To Bring
You might want to bring clothes for hot and rainy days (the average summer temperature here is 68°F), a swimsuit and maybe swimming shoes (we have a lake in front of our door), a pair of solid shoes, a European plug adapter (Type C and F are used in Germany), and personal allowance (for sightseeing, shopping, snacks etc.). No worries if you forget anything – we either have what you forgot on property, or we can take you to a store.
What To Wear
Casual. Sunday dress is relaxed (dress pants, jackets, or dresses are not at all expected but are also fine).
Qualifications
College Age/ Young Adult (about 18 - 30) Love Jesus. Love teenagers.
Other
You can either help for one week, two weeks, or all the weeks! Prep-Week: July 14 - 19, 2025 Youth Camp 1: July 20 – 26, 2025 Youth Camp 2: August 10 – 16, 2025 Youth Camp 3: August 17 – 23, 2025 We will send you further information upon your acceptance!
Finances
About the Finances
Airfare + Emergency Insurance + Admin Fee (If you would like to, you can make a donation to help cover the cost of your stay - but it is not required)