We’re hiring!
Find a job with adventure while you build your career! Apply for a job at the YMCA of Greater Seattle today.
Come to work each day knowing that what you do has an impact on the lives of the people in your community. At the Y, we invite you to develop your skills, realize your leadership potential and discover a career that is truly much more than a job. Plus, there is always room to grow at the Y!
In more than 10,000 communities nationwide, our staff members of all ages, backgrounds and life experiences enjoy nurturing the potential of youth and teens, improving the nation's health and well-being and providing support to our neighbors.
The Y has a wide variety of job options, so there’s something for everyone. Apply for your next adventure today.
Why Work Over the Summer at the Y?
- Future employers respect the Y
When future employers see the Y on your resume, they think of an organization with global ties that has been around for more than 100 years. We have a reputation for hiring good people who do great things.
- Every day is something new
When you work at Y child care, day camp or resident camp, every day is a new adventure. One moment you’ll be helping kids with homework and the next you’ll be leading a big art project or games outside.
- Free Y membership
When you work for the Y, we offer you all the perks of being a Y member including access to all 13 branches and discounts on classes, child care and camp.
- The job is designed with your schedule in mind
Part-time and full-time positions are available, making jobs at the Y ideal for students and non-students alike! Camp positions begin after most colleges get out and end when it's time to go back to school.
- The best coworkers ever
Everyone that works at the Y shares a passion for making their communities a better place, especially for kids. Don't be surprised if you leave your Y summer with great professional experience and a new BFF.
Sound like the place for you?
Featured Summer Jobs
We have hundreds of openings for the summer. Below are a few featured jobs available throughout the Greater Puget Sound region.
Day Camp Counselor
Serve as a role model for campers by guiding recreational activities that teach life skills, encouraging healthy and safe behaviors and creating a positive camper experience.
Lead Day Camp Counselor
Supervise children and guide day camp counselors to ensure the experience at camp is the best it can be. Become a leader the kids follow by joining our team.
Aquatics Positions
Make a splash on one of our aquatics teams! We have several positions open including lifeguards, swim instructors, water fitness instructors, swim support staff and more.
Overnight Jobs at Camp Orkila
Work alongside the beautiful beaches of Camp Orkila on Orcas Island! We have numerous positions open including kitchen staff, camp counselors, health aides, instructors and so much more.
Overnight Jobs at Camp Colman
Find your next summer adventure in the forests of Camp Colman! You can make a difference in someone's life as one of our camp counselors, photographers, adventure leads, instructors, kitchen staff, director or so much more.