Instructions
Thanks for your interest in volunteering for The GEMS Camp! But we want to know, are you really ready to shine? This summer, we are looking for some awesome high school and college students to serve as volunteer mentors for our middle school gems. You could earn up to 60 hours of community service doing RELEVANT work in your field of interest.
Please complete all fields completely and accurately. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
STEP ONE: APPLY.
Please read all information carefully. Incomplete forms will not be processed. This is a competitive process and space is limited, so apply early. A confirmation email will be sent as soon as this form is received. If you are experiencing diffiulty with this form and would like to request a hard copy instead, please email info@thegemscamp.org and return it:
By Fax: 1-888-264-5832
By Mail: The GEMS Camp, 1408 N. Riverfront Blvd., #249, Dallas, TX 75207
By Email: info@thegemscamp.org
STEP TWO: INTERVIEW.
All applicants must complete an online 10-minute interview as part of the selection process. Interviews are held with the CEO, a former GEM, and a GEMS mentor. You do not need to prepare anything for the interview; however, it is important to be professional. Possible interview questions could include your interest in GEMS, activities and interests, goals, educational experiences, and obstacles you've overcome.
STEP THREE: WAIT.
Accepted mentors will be notified via email on or before May 20th.
STEP FOUR: ATTEND.
If you are selected to join the GEMS Camp 2018 cohort, you must attend Leader Orientation in May and Gems Orientation in June. Details will be included in the acceptance email.