Join our team
We are looking for highly motivated people who are interested in leadership, team building, and outdoor adventure games to become a Four Arrows Challenge Course Facilitators at UConn.
Facilitator Training Requirements*:
- Attend our 40-hour Challenge Course Training in August (Mon, 8/11 - Fri 8/15)
- Have consistent weekend availability to work programs
As a fully-trained challenge course facilitator, you will apply leadership skills and a basic knowledge of group dynamics to guide groups and individuals through transformative challenge course experiences. The skills and expertise that you will develop as a challenge course facilitator can be translated to other leadership scenarios throughout life.
Be a part of a UConn tradition, be a part of our Challenge Course!
NOTE: We usually hire early in the Spring semester. If you've missed the window for hiring, check back in June/July 2025 for a possible second application window!
Application Process
- Log into JobX (use "APPLY HERE" button below for quick access).
- Click Storrs Student Labor/Work-study and "set choices".
- Search active job listings for "Class III - Student Recreation/Athletic Instruction Specialist - 3450ST" the employer is "Student Activities-Involvement Office"
- Check the box to the left of the job list and press the "Apply for all selected jobs" button
- Fill out application and submit a cover letter and resume.
- Resumes will be reviewed and those who meet qualifications will be asked to come in for an interview.
- After a review period, a handful of candidates will receive job offers.
- Acceptance of the job offer acts as the new employee's confirmation to attend Four Arrows Training!
- Hired staff must attend our 40-hour Challenge Course Training in August (Mon, 8/11 - Fri, 8/15).
Applications Open: 1/29 - 2/28
Interview Process: 3/1 - 3/11
Job Offers Given: 3/12 - 3/14
Spring Challenge Course Training: 3/29 - 3/30
Fall Challenge Course Training: 8/11 - 8/15
