Paid Apprenticeship

The SpringHill Apprentice Program is now accepting applications for the upcoming 2026-2027 season. This is a 12-month experience for young adults to experience spiritual and vocational growth. Apprentices will join SpringHill’s mission to create a place where young people can have life-impacting experiences that enable them to know Jesus Christ and grow in their relationship with Him. While living onsite at a camp, apprentices will get an inside look at the vocation of camping ministry. They will gain skills and experience that they will utilize beyond the program.

The 12-month program will begin on August 18, 2026, and finish on August 15, 2027.

• Rotate among multiple positions at overnight camp to experience a wholistic view of professional camping.
• Ensure a Gospel-centered, transformative experience at  camp for both campers, leaders, and guests.
• Safely and effectively operate all SpringHill activities to facilitate meaningful experience for guest groups and/or campers.
• Participate in weekly developmental gatherings to grow spiritually, professionally, and personally.
• Join other apprentices in community building events.
• Receive leadership coaching and mentorship from SpringHill year-round staff
• Collaborate with a variety of other SpringHill leaders.
• Experience the SpringHill staff community at all-staff retreats.
• Meet with Manager of Young Leader Development quarterly to discuss program and individual goals.
• Complete all other duties assigned by Manager of Young Leader Development and other SpringHill leaders.

Experience and Qualifications Requirements

• Commitment to the mission and ministry philosophy of SpringHill
• Previous experience within a camp environment preferred
• Must live onsite at camp in Evart, MI
• Commitment to a 12-month program
• Ability to exercise judgement and make good, sound decisions
• Provide fun and engaging experiences for all SpringHill guests and campers
• Experience within a ministry setting preferred
• Must be 18 years or older to apply

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

· Must be able to lift, bend, and twist

· Ability to push and pull loads

· Must be able to lift frequently up to 35 lbs.; occasionally 35-100 lbs. with assistance

· Good hand-eye coordination

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature, types of work performed, and qualifications required of staff members assigned to this position. They are not intended for or should be taken as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and requirements of personnel so classified. All indicated qualifications, duties and functions are essential job functions for purposes of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).