CIT Counselor in Training

We are excited to offer a new and intentional Counselor in Training program! This program is designed specifically for 16 and 17 year olds. Typically, CITs are also Senior High campers, but that is not a requirement to apply. All CITs must be willing to learn, be interested in how outdoor ministry works, have a loving attitude, and be a positive role model for younger campers.

Only a limited number of CIT spots are available. If interested, we encourage candidates to apply early as we will not be able to accept all applicants.

CIT Counselor in Training

We are excited to offer a new and intentional Counselor in Training program! This program is designed specifically for 16 and 17 year olds. Typically, CITs are also Senior High campers, but that is not a requirement to apply. All CITs must be willing to learn, be interested in how outdoor ministry works, have a loving attitude, and be a positive role model for younger campers.

Only a limited number of CIT spots are available. If interested, we encourage candidates to apply early as we will not be able to accept all applicants.

2025 Summer CIT Program

Are you interested in applying for Summer Staff some day?

Do you like working with kids?

Are you curious how Outdoor ministry works?

Do you want to grow in your leadership skills?

If you answered yes to the questions above, we encourage you to apply to be a CIT (Counselor in Training)!

Summer CITs will arrive to camp on Sunday, July 6th (transportation not provided) and will depart on Friday, July 11th.
If you have volunteered with Montlure before, there is an opportunity to have your CIT week June 22-28th.

During the week, our CITs will learn and grow together as they work with different Montlure staff to understand what it takes behind-the-scenes to run summer camp. As they work in different areas of camp, they will also have time to debrief and reflect on what they are experiencing, the challenges, and how to improve in their leadership abilities. CITs will also work together on a week long project to carryout at the end of the week.

What will CITs do?

Beyond intentionally developing leadership skills, and debriefing and learning with leadership staff, CITs will have hands on experience as well such as:

* Plan and lead mini all-camp games
* Assist Rec Staff with setup/clean up
* Assist Kitchen Staff on particular meals
* Partcipate in/co-lead small groups
* Plan and implement end of week Carnival
* And more!

Who should apply?

Any 16 or 17 year old that wants to learn about outdoor ministry! If you have a postitve attitude, like working with kids, and are looking to further your leadership development… then you may just be our next CIT!

Starting in 2026, we will have a “second-year” CIT program that dives deeper into camp work.

(For 18 year olds, we encourage you to apply for a volunteer position or a summer staff position if you already have experience.)

Who should not apply?

While being a CIT is a lot of fun, we do take working at camp seriously. Being a CIT is not about extending your own camp experience. It is about learning, growing, and working, while also putting younger campers’ needs above your own. You will be challenged, and you will be asked to do things that may be out of your comfort zone.

Being a CIT (or being on staff) isn’t for everybody and that is okay! Know yourself. And know what you are applying for.

Will there be oversight?

Yes! One of our Montlure staff will lead the CIT program, serving as a counselor to the CITs. In addition, the leadership staff, rec staff, and kitchen staff will also have sessions they lead with CITs and/or will be working directly with them on projects and tasks. CITs will not be unsupervised.

Is there a cost?

At this time, there is no cost for CITs to attend the program. Montlure will cover the costs that come with lodging, meals, supplies, and staff oversight. We ask for CITs to provide their own transportation to camp. They are welcome to ride the bus home on the last day of camp. (If families would like to make a donation to help cover the incurred costs, we will provide ways to do so.)

Want to know more?

FAQs

CIT applications open February 15!

Check back here for a link to the CIT application on February 15. In the meantime, please note we will ask you to provide two non-family member references who can speak to your character. (These references could be pastors/youth leaders, coaches, teachers, employers, etc.) You can start to talk to your references ahead of time and ask permission to provide their contact information.

Regardless if you are selected as a CIT, we will also provide constructive feedback on your interview to hopefully help you with interviews in the future.

CIT applications open February 15!

Check back here for a link to the CIT application on February 15. In the meantime, please note we will ask you to provide two non-family member references who can speak to your character. (These references could be pastors/youth leaders, coaches, teachers, employers, etc.) You can start to talk to your references ahead of time and ask permission to provide their contact information.

Regardless if you are selected as a CIT, we will also provide constructive feedback on your interview to hopefully help you with interviews in the future.

Montlure
Camp

Office Address:
6659 E University Dr
Mesa, AZ 85205

Camp Location:
1 Co Rd 1121
Greer, AZ 85927
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Phone: 520 369 2199
E-mail: camp@montlure.org