Employment Opportunities
Interested in joining the North Star Reach team? Check out the available opportunities below!
job openings
OutReach Coordinator
Organization: North Star Reach
Location: Camp, with extensive travel throughout Southeast Michigan
Salary-Range: $40-$45K
Type: Grant Funded, Full-Time
Reports To: Chief Program Officer
About North Star Reach
North Star Reach is dedicated to providing life-changing camp experiences to children with serious medical conditions and their families—always at no cost. We empower kids to discover resilience, build friendships, and experience the joy of camp, thanks to the support of our donors, volunteers, and broader community.
Position Overview
If you believe that a glitter jar, a silly camp song, or a five-minute art project can brighten even the toughest medical day, this role is calling your name. As our OutReach Coordinator, you’ll carry camp spirit into hospital rooms, treatment centers, and waiting areas across Southeast Michigan, transforming ordinary moments into extraordinary sparks of courage and joy.
In this hybrid role, you’ll design and deliver therapeutic camp-style activities alongside Child Life teams, bring laughter and belonging into clinical spaces, and help connect families to the full camp experience. And when you’re not in the hospitals? You’ll bring that same creativity and magic to our on-site programs at camp.
Key Responsibilities
- Dream up and deliver therapeutic, playful, inclusive activities for pediatric patients.
- Serve as the face of camp in hospitals, spreading joy, hope, and belonging with every interaction.
- Support programming at camp, ensuring OutReach and on-site experiences feel beautifully connected.
- Build strong partnerships with Child Life, volunteer services, and community collaborators.
- Recruit and train volunteers, engage families, track program outcomes, and manage logistics.
- Represent North Star Reach at community meetings, events, and outreach activities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Child Life, Therapeutic Recreation, Education, or a related field.
- Experience supporting children with chronic or serious medical conditions.
- A creative, flexible, joyful spirit, and the ability to hold space for both fun and vulnerability.
- Strong communication and leadership skills; comfort navigating hospital environments.
- Willingness to travel frequently across Macomb, Oakland, and Wayne Counties.
What You’ll Gain
- The chance to brighten days for children receiving medical care.
- Deep partnerships with hospital teams who share your love of healing through laughter and connection.
- The joy of bringing camp’s transformational magic directly to kids who need it most.
Apply!
Excited to bring camp joy into hospital hallways and make an impact across Southeast Michigan? Submit your resume and a short cover letter describing your experience working with children in healthcare or camp settings, your creative approach to programming, and your availability.
Send your materials to J.J. Lewis, Chief Executive Officer, at jj@northstarreach.org.
We can’t wait to learn how you’ll help spark belonging and brave moments for kids throughout the region!
Program Director
Organization: North Star Reach
Location: Camp
Salary-Range: $60-$65K
Type: Grant-Funded, Full-Time
Reports To: Chief Program Officer
About North Star Reach
North Star Reach is dedicated to providing life-changing camp experiences to children with serious medical conditions and their families—always at no cost. We empower kids to discover resilience, build friendships, and experience the joy of camp, thanks to the support of our donors, volunteers, and broader community.
Position Overview
If you know where The Princess Pat lived, believe in the scientific power of s’mores, and think laughter should be considered a leadership competency, you might be our next Program Director.
In this full-time leadership role, you’ll design, elevate, and champion all things camp magic. From building outcome-driven programs to planning legendary evening events to supporting staff through the wonderfully wild world of summer camp, you’ll shape experiences that help kids discover courage, friendship, and joy. You’ll also guide the alignment of camp and OutReach programs, ensuring every child encounters the same spark of belonging, whether at camp or in the hospital.
Key Responsibilities
- Imagine, design, and execute year-round programs that foster belonging, confidence, joy, and resilience.
- Lead seasonal staff and volunteers, cultivating a culture of kindness, playfulness, and purpose.
- Build schedules, activity manuals, logistics plans, and training systems.
- Ensure accessible programming for campers with complex medical, developmental, or emotional needs.
- Partner closely with the Medical Team to maintain safe, compliant, and inclusive program operations.
- Support evaluation, budget development, donor engagement, and organizational storytelling.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred.
- 2+ years experience designing or delivering youth or camp programs.
- Experience supporting children with serious health challenges is ideal.
- Creativity, leadership presence, problem-solving skills, and a willingness to join a campfire song at any moment.
- Deep commitment to inclusive communities and mission-driven work.
What You’ll Gain
- The opportunity to create transformative memories for thousands of children and families.
- A leadership role within a joyful, collaborative, imaginative program team.
- The chance to design programs that become camp traditions for years to come.
Apply!
Ready to design unforgettable camp experiences and lead with creativity, purpose, and heart? Submit your resume and a compelling cover letter highlighting your programming and leadership experience and your passion for inclusive youth development.
Please send your application to J.J. Lewis, Chief Executive Officer, at jj@northstarreach.org.
We look forward to discovering your talent, imagination, and the magic you’ll bring to North Star Reach!
Development Intern (unpaid)
Organization: North Star Reach
Location: Remote or Office (Hybrid Options Available)
Type: Internship (unpaid) — 12-20 hours/week, 16-week commitment
Reports To: Chief Executive Officer
About North Star Reach
North Star Reach is dedicated to providing life-changing camp experiences to children with serious medical conditions and their families—always at no cost. We empower kids to discover resilience, build friendships, and experience the joy of camp, thanks to the support of our donors, volunteers, and broader community.
Position Overview
We’re seeking a motivated Development Intern looking to gain real-world experience in nonprofit fundraising, donor relations, and community engagement. This unpaid internship is focused on education and training, with the opportunity to develop a deeper understanding of philanthropic operations in a mission-driven environment. As our Development Intern, you’ll collaborate with our executive team to refine donor outreach initiatives, ensuring our organization’s long-term sustainability and strategic mission impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Donor Stewardship: Assist in managing donor relationships, drafting thank-you letters, and coordinating recognition efforts.
- Database Management: Update records, track donor outreach, and generate reports using donor management software (e.g., Salesforce or similar tools).
- Event Support: Help plan and execute fundraising events, volunteer engagement activities, and donor appreciation campaigns.
- Prospect Research: Identify and research new corporate, foundation, and individual donor prospects.
- Communications: Contribute to newsletters, social media content, and other development-related marketing materials.
Qualifications
- Education: Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an undergraduate or graduate program (business, nonprofit management, marketing, or a related field).
- Skills: Strong written and verbal communication, organizational abilities, and familiarity with Microsoft Office or Google Suite. Experience with donor databases a plus.
- Attributes: Detail-oriented, collaborative, passionate about mission-driven work, and eager to learn about nonprofit fundraising and relationship building.
What You’ll Gain
- Fundraising Knowledge: Hands-on experience managing donor relations, event planning, and campaign strategy.
- Networking Opportunities: Work alongside seasoned nonprofit professionals and potentially meet donors and partners.
- Impactful Role: Contribute meaningfully to sustaining North Star Reach’s vital programs, benefiting children and families.
Apply
Interested in broadening your fundraising acumen while making a difference? Submit your resume and a short cover letter detailing relevant experience or coursework and your availability to J.J. Lewis, Chief Executive Officer, at jj@northstarreach.org. We look forward to learning more about you!
Program Intern (unpaid)
Organization: North Star Reach
Location: Camp & Remote
Type: Internship (unpaid) — 12-20 hours/week, 16-week commitment
Reports To: Chief Program Officer
About North Star Reach
North Star Reach is dedicated to providing life-changing camp experiences to children with serious medical conditions and their families—always at no cost. We empower kids to discover resilience, build friendships, and experience the joy of camp, thanks to the support of our donors, volunteers, and broader community.
Position Overview
We’re seeking a motivated Program Intern looking to gain real-world experience in nonprofit program development, volunteer coordination, and event execution. This unpaid internship is focused on education and training, offering the opportunity to develop a deeper understanding of camp operations in a mission-driven environment. As our Program Intern, you’ll collaborate with our program team to enhance camper experiences, assist in volunteer engagement, and support the seamless execution of our camp programming, ensuring North Star Reach continues to provide transformative experiences for children and families.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in planning, executing, and evaluating camp programs.
- Support campers, families, volunteers, and staff during programming.
- Help with volunteer recruitment and onboarding.
- Gain experience in event logistics and nonprofit operations.
- Work closely with camp professionals and build leadership skills in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.
Qualifications
- Education: Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an undergraduate or graduate program (recreation, social work, education, or a related field).
- Skills: Strong written and verbal communication, organizational abilities, and familiarity with Microsoft Office or Google Suite.Â
- Attributes: Detail-oriented, collaborative, passionate about mission-driven work, and eager to learn about camp programming and volunteer management.
What You’ll Gain
- Program Development Experience: Hands-on involvement in camp activity planning, volunteer coordination, and event execution.
- Networking Opportunities: Work alongside experienced camp professionals and engage with volunteers and community partners.
- Impactful Role: Play a meaningful part in sustaining North Star Reach’s vital programs, benefiting children and families.
Apply
Interested in broadening your fundraising acumen while making a difference? Submit your resume and a short cover letter detailing relevant experience or coursework and your availability to J.J. Lewis, Chief Executive Officer, at jj@northstarreach.org. We look forward to learning more about you!
Social Media Intern (unpaid)
Organization: North Star Reach
Location: Remote or Office (Hybrid Options Available)
Type: Internship (unpaid) — 12-20 hours/week, 16-week commitment
Reports To: Chief Executive Officer
About North Star Reach
North Star Reach is dedicated to providing life-changing camp experiences to children with serious medical conditions and their families—always at no cost. We empower kids to discover resilience, build friendships, and experience the joy of camp, thanks to the support of our donors, volunteers, and broader community.
Position Overview
We’re seeking a Social Media Intern who’s passionate about storytelling, digital engagement, and making a meaningful impact. You will play an essential role in boosting North Star Reach’s online presence by creating compelling social media campaigns, engaging with our community, and showcasing our mission to the world. As our Social Media Intern, you’ll work alongside senior leadership to shape the voice of North Star Reach across digital platforms, reflecting our mission and influencing broad engagement strategies.
Key Responsibilities
- Content Creation & Scheduling: Develop engaging social media posts (copywriting, basic graphic design) for platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
- Community Management: Monitor and respond to comments, messages, and mentions to foster a supportive online environment.
- Campaign Execution: Assist in planning and executing social media campaigns and promotional strategies around events and programs.
- Analytics & Reporting: Track social media performance metrics, analyze trends, and present actionable insights to improve engagement.
- Research & Best Practices: Stay current with social media trends, tools, and best practices to keep our platforms fresh and relevant.
Qualifications
- Education: Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an undergraduate or graduate program (marketing, communications, journalism, or related field).
- Skills: Excellent written communication, familiarity with Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, Canva, and/or other graphic design tools. Basic Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel).
- Attributes: Creative thinker, proactive problem-solver, collaborative team player, and someone who embraces North Star Reach’s values of community, inclusion, and shared joy.
What You’ll Gain
- Professional Experience: Hands-on exposure to nonprofit social media marketing and digital storytelling.
- Mission Impact: Opportunity to directly contribute to an organization that serves children with serious health conditions.
- Skill Development: Strengthen copywriting, campaign strategy, and analytics skills while expanding your professional portfolio.
Apply
Ready to make a difference this semester? Submit your resume and a short cover letter detailing relevant experience or coursework and your availability to J.J. Lewis, Chief Executive Officer, at jj@northstarreach.org. We look forward to learning more about you!