Counselors in Training

CITs get to experience science and nature with kids by assisting Nature Adventures camps. Participants help with educational crafts, exhibit visits, and fun activities. The CIT program is a perfect opportunity to build your skills working with children, earn community hours and explore the Mission Creek Campus and Sea Center.

CIT opportunities for the 2025 summer are now closed. Applications will reopen April 2026.

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 Applications for summer are now open! Due April 20

CIT Summer Application Form >

CIT Program Dates 2025

Summer Break

  • Applications due April 20
  • CIT Training: June 13
    • ○ CITs must work at least two full weeks of camp
      • ■ Weeks 1 & 2: June 16–20, June 23–27
      • ■ Weeks 3 & 4: June 30–July 3*, July 7–11
      • ■ Weeks 5 & 6: June 14–18, July 21–25
      • ■ Weeks 7 & 8: July 28–August 1, August 4–8
      • ■ Week 9: August 11–15
    • End-of-summer CIT Appreciation Day, August 18 (optional)

* short week due to holiday

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For more information about the CIT program, contact Teen Programs Manager Haylee Rosso at hrosso@sbnature2.org or 805-682-4711 ext. 170.

CIT Application Form >