BYU Expeditions Lead Counselors play a vital role in contributing to the success of the program. We seek individuals with strong faith in Jesus Christ and in His Restored Gospel to serve as role models of divine sisterhood and honorable priesthood holders, future missionaries, mothers, fathers, and leaders in the Lord's Church and kingdom.

Payment for BYU Expeditions Lead Counselors is $900 for a week-long contract. Returning Lead Counselors will earn an extra $25 per returning year up to a maximum of $975. 

Responsibilities

• Willingly and responsibly work to promote the physical safety and spiritual well-being of each participant attending BYU Expeditions.
• Assist in the training and development of counselors to maximize their ability to work effectively with participants as directed by coordinators and program administrators. Specifically, demonstrate proficient formal and informal teaching techniques and create a learning atmosphere in which all recognize and learn by the Spirit.
• Guide counselors in appropriate associations with BYU Expeditions program participants. 
• Help all youth have a positive and uplifting experience and, as needed, handle youth disciplinary situations with sensitivity.
• Give clear direction and provide corrective feedback to counselors regarding their responsibilities while working with participants.
• Organize and execute various duties and activities of the BYU Expeditions program as assigned for the benefit of participants.
• Understand, follow, and (where applicable) enforce BYU Expeditions policies addressing general conduct, youth protection, sexual misconduct, and standards of communication. 
• Complete the BYU Expeditions Staff Online Training prior to Staff Orientation and continue study throughout the summer.

Qualifications

• Be a young single adult member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
• Be a minimum of 20 years old by May 15^th of the summer for which you are applying to work.
• Accept as a condition of employment compliance with Brigham Young University Honor Code and to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.
• Have previous BYU Expeditions/EFY/FSY employment experience OR equivalent leadership experience supervising peers and/or youth.
• Abide by the BYU Expeditions employee dress and appearance standards as found on the BYU Expeditions Employment website. 
• Able to walk for extended periods of time during the day, be energized and actively engaged with the youth, perform all duties, and participate in physical activities, including, but not limited to: playing games, walking up and down stairs, running, jumping, and dancing. If involved with Adventure sessions, these activities would also include, but not limited to: river rafting, swimming, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding, climbing, rappelling, canyoneering, mountain biking, hiking, and shooting sports.
• Exhibit the mental health and emotional stability necessary to safely engage with and be responsible for staff and participants throughout the day and night, and perform duties effectively in stressful and challenging situations.
• Able to make procedural decisions, exercise good judgement, reliability, and accountability.
• Able to organize resources and establish priorities.
• Exemplify strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Pass required background check for this position.
• Must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States of America for CE Events, LLC. *Please note that the employer is not offering employment with BYU Expeditions as an internship, work experience, OPT, or any other visa-related opportunity and will not be able to provide visa sponsorship for this position in the United States of America. Merely holding a passport does not of itself constitute authorization to work.
• Complete all mandatory in-person training in May 2027 (transportation to and from training is at your own liability and expense).
• Be willing to travel to various BYU Expeditions locations as needed. Travel to sessions is assigned, arranged, and paid for by BYU Expeditions and will originate from and return to Brigham Young University (please see the BYU Expeditions Travel policy on the BYU Expeditions employment website).

Preferred

• Previous BYU Expeditions, EFY, or FSY leadership or counselor experience.
• Able to work a minimum of six (6) weeks in the summer, including two weeks during peak staffing needs (June 9-July 5) or as determined by BYU Expeditions.

BYU Expeditions Session Directors work as on-site leaders at sessions, helping the leadership team in overseeing the weekly program and ensuring that all have the opportunity to leave better than they came. We seek individuals with strong faith in Jesus Christ and in His Restored Gospel to serve as role models of divine sisterhood and honorable priesthood holders, future missionaries, mothers, fathers, and leaders in the Lord’s Church and kingdom.

Payment for BYU Expeditions Session Directors is $1100 for a week-long contract.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver morningside messages that not only engage and interest the participants but help inspire and motivate them to live more like the Savior.
• Work with local campus personnel, staff, and all participants in a professional manner to facilitate on-site coordination of assigned BYU Expeditions sessions, as directed by an administrator.
• Assist in the training and development of coordinators, lead counselors, health coordinators, and counselors to maximize their ability to work effectively with participants, as directed by program administrators. Specifically, demonstrate proficient formal and informal teaching techniques and create a learning atmosphere in which all recognize and learn by the Spirit.
• Help all youth have a positive and uplifting experience and, as needed, handle youth disciplinary situations with sensitivity.
• Give clear direction and provide corrective feedback to staff regarding their responsibilities and job performance in working with participants.
• Understand, follow, and (where applicable) enforce BYU Expeditions policies addressing general conduct, youth protection, sexual misconduct, and standards of communication.
• Complete the BYU Expeditions Staff Online Training prior to first contracted week.

Qualifications

• Educational and professional background and experience sound preparation in proposed field/topic.
• Teaching ability, communication skills, appearance, sincerity, attitude of sharing and personal testimony
• Willingness to adhere to BYU Expeditions policy that prohibits promotion of any personal goods or services or any organization or its products
• Willingness to adhere to the BYU Expeditions travel policy
• Accept as a condition of employment compliance with Brigham Young University Honor Code and to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.
• Setting a strong example for participants by:
• Have previous BYU Expeditions/EFY/FSY employment experience OR equivalent leadership experience supervising peers and/or youth.
• Pass required background check for this position. 
• Must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States of America for CE Events, LLC. *Please note that the employer will not provide visa sponsorship for this position in the United States of America.
• Be willing to travel to various BYU Expeditions locations as needed. Travel to sessions is assigned, arranged, and paid for by BYU Expeditions and will originate from and return to Brigham Young University (please see the BYU Expeditions Travel policy on the BYU Expeditions employment website).

BYU Expeditions Counselors are the single most important factor contributing to the success of the program. We seek individuals with strong faith in Jesus Christ and in His Restored Gospel to serve as role models of divine sisterhood and honorable priesthood holders, future missionaries, mothers, fathers, and leaders in the Lord's Church and kingdom. 

Payment for a BYU Expeditions Counselor is $800 for a week-long contract. Returning Counselors will earn an extra $25 per returning year up to a maximum of $875. 

Responsibilities

• Willingly and responsibly work to promote the physical safety and spiritual well-being of participants attending BYU Expeditions, especially those in your assigned group. 
• Effectively teach (formally and informally) in a group setting and lead interactive discussions, creating a learning atmosphere that will help youth recognize and learn by the Spirit.
• Help all youth have a positive and uplifting experience and, as needed, handle youth disciplinary situations with sensitivity. 
• Be able to demonstrate the mental and physical health necessary to safely engage with, be present with, and be responsible for groups of youth throughout the day and night while continuing to perform other job responsibilities. 
• Consistently act as an exemplary leader, role model, and mentor for youth participants and fellow counselors. 
• Work well with a co-counselor with minimal supervision and contribute as a team member. 
• Understand, follow, and (where applicable) enforce respective BYU Expeditions policies addressing general conduct, youth protection, sexual misconduct, and standards of communication. 
• Complete the BYU Expeditions Staff Online Training prior to Staff Orientation and continue study throughout the summer. 

Qualifications

• Be a young single adult member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. 
• Be a minimum of 19 years old by the first contracted week of work. 
• Have at least one year of college, work experience, or missionary service after high school. 
• Able to work a minimum of four (4) weeks in the summer during peak staffing weeks, as determined by BYU Expeditions (see BYU Expeditions employment website for updates). 
• Accept as a condition of employment compliance with Brigham Young University Honor Code and to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. 
• Abide by the BYU Expeditions employee dress and appearance standards as found on the BYU Expeditions Employment website. 
• Able to walk for extended periods of time during the day, be energized and actively engaged with the youth, perform all duties, and participate in physical activities, including, but not limited to: playing games, walking up and down stairs, running, jumping, and dancing. If involved with Adventure sessions, these activities would also include, but not limited to: river rafting, swimming, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding, climbing, rappelling, canyoneering, mountain biking, hiking, and shooting sports.  
• Exhibit the mental health and emotional stability necessary to safely engage with and be responsible for staff and participants throughout the day and night, and perform duties effectively in stressful and challenging situations. 
• Safely engage with, be present with, and responsible for groups of youth throughout the day and night while continuing to perform other job responsibilities. 
• Able to make procedural decisions, exercise good judgement, reliability, and accountability. 
• Able to organize resources and establish priorities. 
• Exemplify strong interpersonal and communication skills. 
• Pass required background check for this position.
• Must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States of America for CE Events, LLC. *Please note that the employer will not provide visa sponsorship for this position in the United States of America. 
• Complete all mandatory in-person training in May 2027 (transportation to and from training is at your own liability and expense). 
• Be willing to travel to various BYU Expeditions locations as needed. Travel to sessions is assigned, arranged, and paid for by BYU Expeditions and will originate from and return to Brigham Young University (please see the BYU Expeditions Travel policy on the BYU Expeditions employment website). 

Preferred

• Have experience working with youth.

BYU Expeditions Counselors are the single most important factor contributing to the success of the program. We seek couples with strong faith in Jesus Christ and in His Restored Gospel to serve as role models of divine sisterhood and honorable priesthood holders, future missionaries, mothers, fathers, and leaders in the Lord's Church and kingdom. 

Payment for BYU Expeditions Counselors is $800 per employee for a week-long contract. Each individual must apply separately and indicate on the application the name of their spouse. Each individual will have their own employment contracts, but the couple will be hired to work together as co-counselors over an assigned group. Resignation or termination of one spouse will result in disqualification of the other. Returning Married Counselors will earn an extra $25 per returning year up to a maximum of $875. 

Responsibilities

• Willingly and responsibly work to promote the physical safety and spiritual well-being of participants attending BYU Expeditions, especially those in your assigned group. 
• Effectively teach (formally and informally) in a group setting and lead interactive discussions, creating a learning atmosphere that will help youth recognize and learn by the Spirit. 
• Help all youth have a positive and uplifting experience and, as needed, handle youth disciplinary situations with sensitivity. 
• Be able to demonstrate the mental and physical health necessary to safely engage with, be present with, and be responsible for groups of youth throughout the day and night while continuing to perform other job responsibilities. 
• Consistently act as an exemplary leader, role model, and mentor for youth participants and fellow counselors. 
• Work well with a co-counselor (spouse) with minimal supervision and contribute as a team member. 
• Understand, follow, and (where applicable) enforce respective BYU Expeditions policies addressing general conduct, youth protection, sexual misconduct, and standards of communication.
• Complete the BYU Expeditions Staff Online Training prior to Staff Orientation and continue study throughout the summer. 

Qualifications

• Be a married couple and members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and as role models to youth participants, be enthusiastic, clear communicators, and willing to engage with youth participants at their level.  
• Be willing to spend each night in a dorm/tent without their spouse 
• Be a minimum of 19 years old by the first contracted week of work 
• Have at least one year of college, work experience, or missionary service after high school. 
• Accept as a condition of employment compliance with Brigham Young University Honor Code and to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. 
• Abide by the BYU Expeditions employee dress and appearance standards as found on the BYU Expeditions Employment website.
• Able to walk for extended periods of time during the day, be energized and actively engaged with the youth, perform all duties, and participate in physical activities, including, but not limited to: playing games, walking up and down stairs, running, jumping, and dancing. If involved with Adventure sessions, these activities would also include, but not limited to: river rafting, swimming, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding, climbing, rappelling, canyoneering, mountain biking, hiking, and shooting sports.  
• Exhibit the mental health and emotional stability necessary to safely engage with and be responsible for staff and participants throughout the day and night, and perform duties effectively in stressful and challenging situations. 
• Safely engage with, be present with, and responsible for groups of youth throughout the day and night while continuing to perform other job responsibilities. 
• Able to make procedural decisions, exercise good judgement, reliability, and accountability. 
• Able to organize resources and establish priorities. 
• Exemplify strong interpersonal and communication skills. 
• Pass required background check for this position.
• Must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States of America for CE Events, LLC. *Please note that the employer will not provide visa sponsorship for this position in the United States of America. 
• Complete all mandatory in-person training in May 2027 (transportation to and from training is at your own liability and expense). 
• Be willing to travel to various BYU Expeditions locations as needed. Travel to sessions is assigned, arranged, and paid for by BYU Expeditions and will originate from and return to Brigham Young University (please see the BYU Expeditions Travel policy on the BYU Expeditions employment website). 

Preferred

• Have experience working with youth.