Houston CYC

Counselor / AC Application

CYC 2025 C/AC Applications are now OPEN!

Counselors and Assistant Counselors lead the campers throughout the week of camp. From ensuring basic safety to getting campers to class on time, Counselors and ACs bond with their campers to create priceless memories!

Our Counselors and ACs are taught leadership, communication, collaboration, and conflict resolution skills that we believe build confidence and are invaluable in life. Besides being an essential part of helping CYC run smoothly and safely, CYC Counselors and ACs form a bond unlike any other and, more importantly, have tons of fun!

What is CYC looking for?

We are looking for enthusiastic and responsible individuals who have a team-player mentality and a desire to develop their leadership skills. The ideal candidates will help CYC carry out our values— Heritage, Leadership, and Friendship. In addition, Mandarin Chinese comprehension is helpful, but not mandatory!

If you are selected, you must:

  1. Help move inventory before and after camp.
  2. Call campers and families to go over camp rules prior to camp.
  3. Attend the entire training, tentatively set on the weekend of July 5-6, in Houston. Due to the importance of training to prepare for camp duties, set expectations, and bond with your fellow group C/ACs, attendance is mandatory for everyone.
  4. Attend camp a day early.
  5. Ride the bus to and from camp.
  6. Be present the entirety of camp.


How to Apply:

  • To be eligible, you must be a current high school freshman to current college freshmen, although higher preference will be given to high school students.
  • Complete the Counselor / AC application by Sunday, February 23rd at 11:59PM CST.
  • Attend a virtual interview on March 1, 2, 8, or 9. Interview slots will be assigned on a first come, first served basis, so don’t wait to apply!

Counselors and ACs are required to pay camp fees upfront and will be eligible to receive volunteer service hours at the conclusion of camp. Don’t forget, CYC camp leaders can be tapped for referrals and references as you apply for colleges or internships!

Due to the nature of this leadership role, it is expected that the applicant fills out this application by themselves and be readily reached via the phone number, email, and other communication channels needed for camp. No parental assistance or contact information, please. If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected].

Please see important dates below:

  • February 6: Counselor/Assistant Counselor Application open
  • February 23: Counselor/Assistant Counselor Application closes (11:59PM CT)
  • March 1, 2, 8, 9: Counselor/AC Interviews (virtual)
  • May 1: C/AC Results will be posted as soon as possible but no later than May 1
  • July 5-6: Counselor/Assistant Counselor Training (in-person) – tentative, subject to change based on availability.
  • Late July: CYC 2025
  • Early August (2 weeks after camp): CYC Reunion

Dear Friends,
We are currently working with multiple college campuses to determine the date and location. We intend for CYC 2025 to be a 6-day Monday through Saturday, overnight camp for youth aged 8 to 18 and expect camp to be the third or fourth week of July 2025. We hope to open registration in March or April. C/AC applications for high school students will open in late January. To get the latest updates, follow our official Facebook and instagram page. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you and sharing this wonderful experience together!
Warm regards, CYC Team