Volunteer Camp Staff Recruitment for GIC2025

This summer, we will hold Global Immersion Camp (GIC) for 3rd to 6th grade Japanese elementary school students. We are recruiting past participants of English Immersion Camp (EIC), university or college level and above, who are enthusiastic, energetic, committed, enjoy spending time with children, to be responsible for carrying out duties of Volunteer Camp Staff(VCS), 1 Position as Life Support and 2 positions per camp for Activity Support.

The Aims of Global Immersion Camps (GIC)

Through the GIC, we hope to nurture individuals who can contribute to the global community.

Aim of Volunteer Camp Staff Participation

• Volunteer Camp Staff‚ primary roles and responsibilities

 

Recruiting

① Life Support 1 Position

Support the well-being of the kids, assist Headquarters, and work closely with the nurse.　

② Activity Support 2 Positions

Ensure all equipment and facility is prepared and the flow of all the activities run smoothly.

Eligibility Criteria for VCS:

• Are you a past GIC/EIC participant?
• Are you willing to challenge yourself to communicate fully in English?
• Are you willing to communicate and work with a lot of people from different countries?
• Are you passionate to discover and nurture each individual‚ potential and growth?
• Certificate or studying in the fields related to health (Life Support Position Only)

If you say “YES” to all of the above, can you also:

• Have access to PC and internet? (For online communication purpose via ZOOM)
• Join all the compulsory dates? (See Camp Information below

Schedule

*Your transportation and accommodation will be covered by the Global Network Team.

Recruiting Process

Number of Positions:

• Life Support 1 Position
• Activity Support 2 Positions

Step 1 : Submit Application

Application Submission Deadline: March 23 (Sun)
If you have decided you want to apply for the position of a VCS, you will need to submit an application form to explain your motivation and your goals for becoming a VCS.
*We will send you the time slot for the interview by March 24 (Mon) by email.

Step 2 : Interview (Online: 40-60min)

Dates & time: March 25～31  (Tue ～ Mon)
After your application is submitted, we will arrange for an interview with you to talk with you more and listen to your motivation for about 40 – 60mins.
*Please inform in the document application all your available timeslots for the interview.

Step 3 : Confirm your schedule & Results

Dates & time: April 9 (Wed)
After you can confirm your availability to join all dates, please let GNT know as soon as possible.
*Result will be announced by April 18 (Fri).

Reward and Appreciation

Once you are selected as a VCS,

• All meals*, accommodation and all transportation fees domestically to and from training and campsite will be covered by the Kumon Global Network Team (GNT) office.
• Upon completion of the camp, you will be provided with a certificate of participation
• Token of appreciation (Please note that this is not a part-time job)
• Meaningful lifetime experiences to learn, grow, work with people from diverse multi-cultural backgrounds and contribute to other people and growth.

*We will try our best to accommodate your food restrictions as much as possible. However, if we cannot, we will let you know in detail prior to the camp.

What did GIC 2024 Volunteer Camp Staff think about their experiences?

Let’s hear from them!

GICは私の人生に大きな影響を与えてくれた経験です。海外に触れ、世の中や人のために活動する素晴らしさを知り、助け合う大切さを学びました。また、英語が人とのつながりや自分の可能性を広げるツールであると実感し、その後の英語学習のモチベーションにもつながりました。これだけの体験が６日間に詰まっていたということは、振り返っても驚きです。さらに、GICや関連イベントへの参加が私の興味関心を広げ、進路選択にも大きな影響を与えました。 そして今回、スタッフとしてGICに関わる機会をいただき、運営の緻密さや複雑さを知りました。臨機応変な対応や先を見越した行動が求められる場面も多くありましたが、10年前に得た感動や体験を参加者に届けたいという想いが私を支えました。その結果、自分自身もまた大きく成長できたと感じています。 これからもGICとの関わりを大切にしたいです。
GIC was an experience that had a profound impact on my life. Through it, I connected with the world, learned the joy of helping others and making a difference, and realized the importance of mutual support. Additionally, I discovered how English can expand both my network and my potential, which greatly motivated me to continue learning English. Even now, it amazes me that all these experiences took place within just six days. Furthermore, GIC and its related events significantly shaped my academic and career paths by broadening my interests. This time, I had the opportunity to return to GIC as a staff member and witnessed the intricate and complex nature of its operation. While the role often required adaptability and forward-thinking, my desire to pass on the impactful experiences I gained ten years ago to new participants kept me motivated. As a result, I also grew and developed through this experience. I deeply value my connection with GIC and hope to continue cherishing it in the future.

(Daigo EIC2014)

GICはのちに留学を決意するきっかけとなるなど、私の人生に大きな影響を与えたイベントです。そのGICにスタッフであるVCSとして携わる機会をいただいたことは光栄で、貴重な財産となりました。VCSをやらせていただいてよかったと思う点は、参加者やキャンプリーダーに目を配り、行動することが求められた点です。マイペースな性格でどちらかといえば周りを見ることが苦手な私にとっては大変でしたが、このVCSを6日間やり遂げたことで、周りをよく観察し求められていることは何かをより意識することができるようになったと感じています。そしてGICは参加者の子どもたちの成長に携わることができるだけでなく、同時に自分をも成長させてくれる場所であることを再認識しました。私は来年から社会人になるため、今回のように全ての日程に携わることは難しいですが、少しでも貢献できる機会があれば来年も喜んで携わらせていただきたいです。
GIC was an event that had a great impact on my life, and it inspired me to later decide to study abroad. It was an honor to have the opportunity to be involved in GIC as a VCS who is the camp staff, and it became a great experience for me. One of the best things about being VCS was that I was required to look out for the participants and camp leaders during the camp. It was hard for me because I am a person who does things at my own pace and not good at watching others, but I feel that after 6 days of VCS, I am now more aware of watching others carefully. In addition, I realized again that GIC is a place not only to see the growth of the participants’ children, but also to grow myself at the same time. Since I will start working next year, it will be difficult for me to participate in the whole event, but if I have the opportunity to contribute in some way, I would like to participate again next year.

(Taisei EIC2012&2013)

• If GIC is difficult for you to join, what about joining us as a group leader for our online program, English Immersion Hour (EIH) please have a look: EIH Group Leader Recruitment

Other Important Information

• About Global Immersion Camp (GIC)
• Camp leaders‚ primary roles and responsibilities
• Volunteer Camp Staff‚ primary roles and responsibilities
• Our Approach in Nurturing Children’s Growth