Our after school program inspires youth to make connections to the world around them through hands-on environmental activities, outdoor play and exploration, games and songs, team building, and daily reflections. We operate in elementary schools around Brooklyn, and are more than just childcare!
Our 2025-2026 Partner Locations in Brooklyn are PS 118, PS 241, PS 316, PS 399, and PS 456.
Click here for a map of our school sites.
We’re fully staffed at the moment, but we encourage you to apply if you’d like to be considered for future opportunities. Thank you for your interest!
Questions? jobs@trailblazers.org
We’re searching for the kindest, most playful, most enthusiastic people out there to join our summer camp team! Trail Blazers Day Camp operates in Prospect Park and Brooklyn Bridge Park in Brooklyn. We are a FULLY outdoor program – the fun and games are on, rain or shine!
Our Day Camp Summer 2026 Applications are open!
We are hiring for the following roles (click each role to view the job description):
Apply here for the Ignite Fellowship program.
The Ignite Fellowship is a training program for high school students or students completing an equivalent program. including 2026 graduates, aged 16 and up.
We’re excited to learn more about you and your interest in joining our Day Camp team.
Questions? jobs@trailblazers.org
We’re searching for kind, creative, and enthusiastic people to join our summer camp team!
We are a FULLY outdoor program – the adventure is on, rain or shine. Trail Blazers is located on 1000 acres of forest in Northwest New Jersey. You’ll work hard this summer and in turn be rewarded with personal growth, life-long friendships with folks from around the world, and pride in knowing that you’ve made an impact in the lives of your campers.
We are hiring for the following roles (click each role to view the job description):
Wellness Director
Waterfront Director
Camp Driver
Teen Leaders Supervisor
Ropes Specialist
Group Leader
How to Apply:
For the Wellness Director, Waterfront Director, and Camp Driver roles, please email your resume jobs@trailblazers.org with the title of the role in the subject line.
For the Teen Leaders Supervisor, Ropes Specialist, and Group Leader roles, apply here.
We’re excited to learn more about you and your interest in joining our Overnight Camp team.
Questions? jobs@trailblazers.org
We are currently hiring for:
Community Partnerships Coordinator – The Community Partnerships Coordinator is a shared position for both Trail Blazers and Hands In 4 Youth.
Find the job description here
Apply here
We love to hear from people who share our mission and vision. If you’d like information about future job opportunities or just want to say hi, send us a message – jobs@trailblazers.org
The Ignite fellowship (Trail Blazers Academy) is a training program for high school students and students completing an equivalent program, including 2026 graduates, aged 16 and up, who are passionate about youth development and interested in gaining hands-on experience working with youth. You will take part in PAID learning opportunities leading up to the summer, and gain eligibility to join our summer Day Camp team as a full-time staff member.
We are a team of deeply kind and dedicated folk who share a belief that everyone deserves the opportunity to go outside and grow within. Summer camp and after school opportunities await – if you love children, the environment, and are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and in your community, join us!
We are committed to growth and want to provide you with experiences that allow you to succeed at Trail Blazers and beyond! You’ll be surrounded by people who are motivated by challenge, who care about the social and emotional development of children, and who believe wholeheartedly in the value of engaging with the environment around us.
Historically marginalized communities must be centered in the work that we do, and we are taking steps to make sure our practices are inclusive and promote equity for all. For all of our roles, we encourage applications from people of color, people from working-class backgrounds, women, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and members of other marginalized groups.
“I have learned I am more patient and creative than I knew. I have learned I need to praise as often and I coach. I have learned I am stronger than I knew”
“I look forward to the traditions that make camp special—giving and receiving beads, celebrating people for who they are and who they are becoming, and finding joy in the small moments. These eight weeks have been challenging at times, but they’ve also been unforgettable. There really is nothing else like Trailblazers, and because of that, I know I’ll have so much to look forward to when I return next year.”
“Trailblazers has completely reshaped my perspective on what a summer camp in New York City can be. The program offers children meaningful enrichment through nature, outdoor play, and community, all within the heart of the city. The Prospect Park location, in particular, creates a space where kids can develop a genuine love for the outdoors and discover the inspiration that exists right in their own neighborhoods. Trailblazers doesn’t just get children outside—it fosters curiosity, confidence, and a lasting connection to nature in a way that feels both unique and essential for youth today.”
“The most meaningful success I had this summer was building a genuine connection with my camper and being able to support him during moments of high stress and resistance. There were times when he felt overwhelmed, reluctant to participate, or convinced that he simply wasn’t going to engage with the group. Being able to talk him through those feelings, guide him toward participation, and watch him overcome those challenges was incredibly rewarding. Forming that connection and helping him feel capable and included stands out as one of my greatest achievements of the summer.”
“Trail Blazers is as focused on the growing things around us as the ones growing in us. Get outside, touch some grass, be present with the campers and at the end, you will be surprised how much you have grown.”
“I’ll never forget the smiles on campers’ faces when they accomplished something they thought was impossible.”
“I felt welcomed from the very first day, and it gave me the confidence to be myself around campers and staff.”
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