I really enjoyed working with the children and learning how accommodate the swim curriculum to the campers needs and interests.
What I wish was different
I wish I had more support from upper management. Often times it felt like my Program Lead was not supported in the ways that Swim deserved.
Advice
Be very open to compromise and sometimes you will have to do things that you may not expect like lead campwide meetings or activities.
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Camp counselor
June 2019 • Alexandria, VA
What I liked
Working with kids
What I wish was different
I wish the pay had been higher for the work being done and that we had breaks during the day and that upper management was more organized.
Advice
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Transportation Specialist
June - August 2019 • Washington, DC
What I liked
What I wish was different
The structure was illfitted for the age group we work with
Advice
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Summer Camp Counselor
June - August 2019 • Oakton, VA
What I liked
I really liked my coworkers and enjoyed working with them.
What I wish was different
Advice
Don't be afraid to try something new - you might really love it!
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Digital Marketing and Social Media Intern
June - August 2019 • Washington, DC
What I liked
I loved the people. The company went above and beyond helping me grow professionally. I got to learn about different aspects of the company outside of my position as well as got the opportunity to work under a mentor who provided guidance throughout my internship. Not only that but they provided me advice pertaining to my future and what I should be striving towards as I begin my job search.
What I wish was different
I wish I got the opportunity to work more closely with the Director of Marketing as well as learn more about the different platforms and backgrounds used throughout the different sectors of the company.
Advice
Everyone throughout the company provided me with constructive advice that I will carry with me throughout life. They understand the position you are in because they too have been there. The best advice I could give is to listen to what they are saying because they only want what is best for you and will help you grow. These connections are key so maintain them because the Headfirst Company will help you in more ways than you thought.
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Program Leader
June - August 2019 • Alexandria, VA
What I liked
The work was rewarding, the kids were awesome and it was so so fun.
What I wish was different
I wish I had been able to work more weeks to make more money.
Advice
Be prepared to be in charge of counselors and have a lot of responsibility.
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Facility Coordinator
May - August 2019 • Washington, DC
What I liked
I loved the responsibility the company gave me in my second summer at the company. Getting to work with children and putting on baseball camps is a fun and exciting job.
What I wish was different
I maybe would have liked to get some hours in the office and work in other areas of the company.
Advice
I would share that if you show a strong work ethic and determination while building relationships you can go a long way in the sports industry.
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Camp Counselor
June - August 2019 • Oakton, VA
What I liked
It was a great job experience that allowed me to gain skills that are applicable to any setting. For example, providing emotional support and problem solving when the kids had any issues was a large part of my work. Those are skills that can only be gained through experiences and I value the role that that will play as I move forward in my career goals.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Summer camp Coach
June - August 2019 • Washington, DC
What I liked
Co-workers
What I wish was different
The pay
Advice
Worth the experience
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Customer Experience Coordinator
May - August 2019 • Washington, DC
What I liked
Amazing staff, very welcoming, provided great training and career coaching, strong culture, genuinely lived up to their mission
What I wish was different
Advice
Don’t be afraid to try something outside of your comfort zone and don’t shut down an opportunity just because you feel like you don’t know how to do it.
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Camp Counselor
June - August 2018 • Rockville, MD
What I liked
The environment was great and all the staff was super friendly and willing to help out!
What I wish was different
Advice
Go in with an open mind. The kids are young but you learn a lot about them and yourself through the whole experience
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Baseball Coach
June - August 2018 • Washington, DC
What I liked
Being outside everyday and fellow coaches.
What I wish was different
Better pay and more recognition for good work.
Advice
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Multi-Sport Counselor
June - August 2018 • Washington, DC
What I liked
I enjoyed making new friends and working with some awesome people. It helped with social skills as well as working with smaller children.
What I wish was different
I wish I had requested higher compensation.
Advice
If you do not like working with children don’t do it.
