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Career Opportunities

Learn More About a Career with Scouting America

Scouting professionals are a diverse group of men and women sharing a dynamic career offering independence and achievement. It’s not just a job — it’s a profession with a purpose, benefits and achievement opportunities. Why not take a step toward leadership and consider working as a professional Scouter?

Visit the careers website: https://www.scouting.org/careers/

How to Apply

Qualified candidates for all positions are invited to email their cover letter and resume to the NCAC Human Resources Generalist, Michelle Windsor.

Professional Staff

Seasonal Camp Staff

Serving on camp staff is more than seasonal work. It is a meaningful investment, whether you are building a career or stepping into a new chapter of life.

For Scouts and young adults, a summer on staff provides hands‑on, résumé‑ready experience similar to top internships. Staff members build leadership, teamwork, communication, and problem‑solving skills while managing real responsibilities in a dynamic environment. These are the abilities employers value most.

For retired adults and experienced professionals, camp offers an adventurous and rewarding summer. It is a chance to stay active, enjoy the outdoors, mentor youth, and share a lifetime of skills while making a lasting difference.

Camp staff leave with confidence, purpose, and memories that last a lifetime. For the right person, it is not just a job. It is a summer that truly matters.

For more information:

Goshen Scout Reservation in Goshen, Virginia: https://www.gotogoshen.org/information/goshen-staff/ 

Camp William B. Snyder in Haymarket, Virginia: https://www.gotosnyder.org/work-volunteer/summer-camp-staff/

Internships

If interested in the internships described below, send a cover letter and resume to adventures@ncacscouting.org.

Marketing and Public Relations Internships

Duration: One semester (Fall, Spring, or Summer)
Application Status: Open Until Filled (Each Semester)
Location: Hybrid/On‑site as required
Department: Marketing & Communications
Reports To: Marketing Director

Organizational Overview

Scouting America National Capital Area Council (NCAC) delivers the promise of Scouting to youth in the Washington, D.C. metro area, including the District of Columbia and 16 counties in Maryland and Virginia. Our programs teach young people to “be prepared!” for adventure, education, service, leadership, and life.

Position Overview

NCAC is seeking motivated and detail‑oriented interns with strong writing and reporting abilities, an interest in media relations, and/or a desire to cultivate meaningful engagement between NCAC and the public. As part of the Marketing and Public Relations team, the intern will focus on identifying, gathering, and publishing compelling stories about Scouts and their contributions to local communities.

Depending on the candidate’s interests, the internship may include exposure to short‑form video production, newsletter writing, social media content development, and graphic design. Interns may also contribute to the creation of targeted marketing plans aimed at increasing membership and supporting the growth of the Scouting program across the council’s diverse service area.

Interns will work 15–20 hours per week and will receive consistent mentorship from the Marketing Director and Chief Communications Officer, who will help prioritize tasks and manage multiple concurrent projects and deadlines.

 Key Responsibilities

  • Cover Scouting activities throughout the NCAC region by conducting interviews, taking photographs, and writing regular feature stories.
  • Produce short‑form videos and other multimedia content that highlight the story of Scouting.
  • Develop original story ideas that support increased media coverage and community visibility.
  • Provide recommendations and contribute to initiatives within NCAC’s marketing strategic plan.
  • Attend and actively participate in key Scouting meetings as appropriate.
  • Assist with writing email newsletters and creating social media content, including posts, graphics, and visual assets, based on the intern’s interests and skillset.
  • Support other Marketing and Communications tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Current undergraduate student pursuing a degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, Media Studies, Film, Digital Communication, or a related field.
  • Strong writing, interviewing, and storytelling skills.
  • Ability to work effectively with staff, volunteers, and community partners.
  • Experience with photography, videography, graphic design, or social media content creation is a plus (but not required).
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
  • Comfortable representing NCAC in professional communications.

What This Internship Offers

This internship provides substantive, résumé‑worthy experience for students interested in communications, journalism, digital media, or strategic outreach. Interns will gain:

  • Real-world reporting experience covering events, interviewing stakeholders, and producing publication-quality stories.
  • Hands-on practice in media relations, brand storytelling, and community engagement.
  • Opportunities to build a diverse professional portfolio, including feature articles, videos, photos, newsletters, and social media campaigns.
  • Exposure to strategic marketing planning, including participation in initiatives to grow membership and visibility across a large, multifaceted council area.
  • Professional mentorship from senior communications leadership.

 Benefits to Career Development

This position strengthens core competencies essential for careers in communications, marketing, and public relations, including:

  • Multimedia storytelling
  • News writing and publication processes
  • Strategic communication and audience targeting
  • Social media and digital content creation
  • Brand alignment and message consistency
  • Cross-team collaboration and deadline management

Experience gained through this internship demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively on behalf of a major regional nonprofit—an accomplishment highly valued in communications, media, nonprofit leadership, and corporate marketing roles.