Spend your summer having FUN while making a real impact.
At Mad Science of DC, you’ll build and launch rockets, demonstrate lasers, explore dinosaurs, create amazing experiments, and inspire kids through hands-on science activities. Every week is a new adventure.
This is not a desk job and not retail. You’ll stay active, work with a team, and lead excited elementary-age campers through unforgettable STEM experiences.
Mad Science is the world’s leading provider of science enrichment programs for children.
Why College Students Love This Job✔ Great weekly pay
✔ Predictable daytime hours (no late nights)
✔ Resume builder for education, STEM, healthcare, psychology, and leadership fields
✔ Work outdoors and indoors — not stuck behind a counter
✔ No lesson planning — we provide everything
✔ Make a real difference in kids’ lives
✔ Fun team environment
What You’ll DoLead a group of elementary-aged campers through exciting, hands-on science activities, demonstrations, and take-home projects using our fully prepared curriculum.
We supply all materials, equipment, and training. Your job is to bring energy, enthusiasm, and leadership.
Camp runs Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with optional before-care (8–9 AM) and after-care (4–6 PM) at many locations.
LocationsCamps are held throughout the DC metro area, including:
Vienna • McLean • Bethesda • Rockville • Gaithersburg • Silver Spring • Washington DC • Howard County • Arlington • Annandale • Fairfax • Springfield • Alexandria • Chantilly • and more
You will be assigned to camp locations within a reasonable driving distance of your home and typically remain at the same site for the entire week (often multiple weeks). A reliable vehicle and valid driver’s license are required.
Who We’re Looking ForCollege students or recent graduates who:✔ Enjoy working with children ages 6–12
✔ Are outgoing, responsible, and dependable
✔ Can lead activities and manage a group
✔ Have a reliable personal vehicle
✔ Are available most weeks between June 12 and August 21
No science degree required.
TrainingPaid training and orientation will take place during the first two weeks of June. You must be available during this time.
Pay• Base pay: $650 per week (up to $810/week)
• Additional pay for before/after care hours training
• Paid Training and Orientation
Hiring ProcessZoom interviews will be conducted in March and April. Qualified applicants will be contacted to schedule an interview after applying.
If you want a summer job that is fun, meaningful, and looks great on a resume, apply now and help inspire the next generation of scientists.
Compensation: $650.00 - $810.00 per week
Mad Science is a powerhouse brand with locations around the globe! For over 35 years, we have sparked imaginative learning through our summer camps, birthday parties, in-class workshops, after-school programs, and special events for kids ages 3-12. Become part of our team and help us inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers. Our locations are always looking for part-time instructors and full-time office staff.
Mad science is the World Leader in FUN science! We strive to spark imaginative Learning in all students!
Mad Science conducts exciting assemblies and workshops for students during the day, programs for after school science enrichments, and even fun and educational birthday, Halloween, and Holiday parties. These unique events spark the curiosity of elementary and middle school children and build their enthusiasm for science!
Our Programs are packed with fascinating activities and cover topics such as air pressure, physics, chemical reactions, dry ice, magnetism, heat, matter and much much more!
