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A Message from MN ACE Camp

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with MN ACE Camp. Offering your time and skills is the most valuable contribution you can make to the success of our organization. 

Whether you are a returning volunteer or considering joining us for the first time, your commitment to volunteering makes MN ACE Camp truly special.

We are growing and will publish open positions below as they become available.  As always, we’re looking for enthusiastic individuals like yourself to lend a hand during camp, contribute to committee projects, and support in other capacities. 

The volunteer needs of MN ACE Camp grow and change over time. Our Volunteer Committee thoughtfully evaluates both our evolving needs and the skills and abilities of our volunteers. If a match arises, we will be sure to reach out.

To update the details included in your volunteer application, please make a new submission. Questions regarding volunteer opportunities may be directed to volunteerscreening@mnacecamp.org

Thank you again for your interest in volunteering with MN ACE Camp. We look forward to working together and positively impacting our community and the aviation industry.

Volunteer Jobs

Committee Jobs

  • 10 hours and ~1 meeting per month
    Must be 20 years+ and pass a background check.

    Our current BoD consists of Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, FAA Managers, Creatives, Students, Parents, and Educators. The BoD is responsible for all the decision-making, camp planning, and oversight of its volunteers to ensure that the camp’s vision is being adhered to. As a volunteer BoD Member, your goal is to shape the aviation industry through the students that pass through our camp. You must be able to set aside your own personal prejudices and political agenda. Interested in getting more involved in Union work for your airline? Becoming a BoD member is a good gateway to learn Roberts Rules, voice concerns with an influential audience, and make a few friends for your future airline applications.

  • 10 hours and ~1 meeting per month
    Must be 18 years+ and pass a background check.

    We have several different Committees you can help us grow.

    Planning, Outreach, Fundraising, & Scholarship, Selection

    Committees have a wide variety of different projects, including camp planning, school outreach visits, and various aviation media inquiry projects.

Camp Volunteers Jobs

  • 24 hours for 1 week of camp
    Must be 21 years+ and pass a background check

    Check Camp Dates before applying

    Plan, lead and implement the camp program our directors have put together. Supervise students and ensure their safety, development, growth, skill achievement, and general well-being. Additional skills include staying awake, being able to consume an obscene amount of coffee, and pitching in whenever possible.

  • Availability varies for 1 week of camp
    Must be 21 years+

    Check Camp Dates before applying

    Support Staff are lifesavers at camp. You help us during the week whenever you can. You are not a camp counselor, but assist the camp directors during check-in, run errands, and provide manual labor and transportation at various times throughout the week.

  • 24 hours for 1 week of camp
    Must be 21+ and pass a background check
    Must own a digital camera

    Check Camp Dates before applying

    Camp Photographers help us showcase our mission to the world. You’ll capture high-quality images of the fun and spirit of camp, providing lasting memories for our students and families. Your main tasks include following a shoot list, systematically organizing files in Google Drive, and putting together a graduation slideshow to celebrate the week’s best moments.

  • 24 hours for 1 week of camp
    Must be 21 years+ and pass a background check

    Check Camp Dates before applying

    Food Coordinators are the bread and butter of camp energy! Your main goal is to manage the daily food coordination sheet and ensure all meals are delivered to the appropriate location to keep the camp program running smoothly. You play a vital role in student safety by overseeing food sensitivities and allergies, ensuring students and staff are well-fed and taken care of.

Available Jobs

  • Position Overview: A Planning Committee Delegate serves as a vital liaison between Minnesota ACE Camp and our external vendors. In this role, you will be assigned specific vendors to manage, schedule, and communicate with; by nurturing these relationships, you ensure we deliver an exceptional program for our students year after year.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Email and coordinate with vendors on behalf of the Planning Committee

    • Serve as primary point of contact for assigned vendors

    • Complete delegated tasks within designated timeframes

    • Maintain facilitator relationships

    Required Qualifications: Must have volunteered for at least one of the following:

    • Minnesota ACE Camp Summer Camp

    • Minnesota ACE Camp Outreach event

    • Minnesota ACE Camp Days event

    Additional requirements:

    • Familiarity with Google Drive

    • Growth mindset with strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities

    • Comfortable with communicating with vendors via email and phone calls

    Time Commitment:

    • Peak months: 10 hours per month

    • Regular months: 5 hours per month

    • Attendance at Planning Committee meetings

    Peak Workload Periods:

    • November: Assisting with Annual Board Meeting and Social planning

    • January-February: Assisting with the Annual Board Meeting and Annual Social execution; Camp planning begins

    • April-May: Finalizing camp schedule and completing volunteer training

    • June: Providing support during camp while coordinating with camp directors

    Application Process:

    1. Apply online at www.mnacecamp.org/volunteer

    2. Complete Volunteer Onboarding (if not already completed)

    3. Participate in Planning Committee training with the Planning Chair

    Application Deadline: January 1 (Annual reoccurrence)

    Contact Information: Lauren Hensley, Planning Committee Chair

    The Planning Committee always welcomes volunteers! If this position interests you, please reach out!

  • Position Overview: The Social Media Manager develops and maintains Minnesota ACE Camp's Instagram account by creating engaging content that showcases our mission and connects with our community. This role offers creative freedom while while maintaining relationships with students and vendors.

    • Time commitment: Minimum 2 posts per week throughout the year

    • Peak months (February-April, June, September-November): Increased content creation during campaign periods

    • Camp Promotion Campaign (February 1 - May 1): Intensive recruitment and awareness content to promote upcoming camp sessions

    • Camp Season (June): Real-time stories and posts capturing camp activities and participant experiences

    • Elevate Award Campaign (September 1 - December 3): Enhanced content creation leading up to #GivingTuesday with focused fundraising messaging

    Key Responsibilities:

    Content Strategy & Creation:

    • Develop, create, and manage social media campaigns

    • Create and schedule regular content posts

    • Engage with followers through comments and direct messaging

    • Ensure all content aligns with organizational mission and guidelines

    Professional Development & Leadership:

    • Stay current with social media trends and best practices

    • Recruit and train additional social media team members

    • Provide constructive feedback and mentorship to team members

    Required Qualifications:

    • Familiarity with Instagram, Instagram Ads, and Canva

    • Strong writing and communication skills

    • Commitment to maintaining professionalism and respectful behavior in all online interactions

    Application Process:

    1. Apply online at www.mnacecamp.org/volunteer

    2. Complete Volunteer Onboarding (if not already completed)

    3. Participate in training with the Social Media Manager to ensure all guidelines are followed

    Application Deadline: October 1, 2025, or until filled

    Contact Information: Joe Czech, Outreach Committee Member & Social Media Manager

    Join us in playing a vital role in advancing our organization's mission—we encourage you to utilize your unique talents and skills to support our cause and make a lasting impact in aviation education!

  • Position Overview: The Camp Photographer is incredibly important because they help us showcase our mission to the world. Photography creates lasting memories for participants and families while helping us recruit future volunteers by sharing all the fun that happens at Minnesota ACE Camp. If you have the skill set, there's no better place to give back and make a meaningful impact through your talents.

    Time Commitment: Full-week of camp during June

    Key Responsibilities:

    Photography:

    • Capture engaging, high-quality photographs during camp using provided shoot list guidance

    • Ensure images reflect the mission, values, spirit and camp program

    • Maintain professionalism in all photographs

    Photo Management & Organization:

    • Organize photographs systematically and upload to designated Google Drive folders

    • Apply consistent labeling format for proper photographer attribution (e.g., Katrina_Atwell_539A3282_mnacecamp_2024)

    Camp Projects:

    • Ensure efficient workflow throughout camp for photo processing

    • Present graduation slideshows during camp using provided templates

    Special Projects (Not Required):

    • Send personalized thank-you messages to event vendors

    • Include relevant photographs in vendor appreciation communications

    • Strengthen partnerships through thoughtful visual engagement

    Required Qualifications:

    • Must own a digital camera

    • Experience with digital photography

    • Familiarity with Google Drive/Google Photos

    Application Process:

    1. Apply online at www.mnacecamp.org/volunteer

    2. Complete Volunteer Onboarding (if not already completed)

    3. Participate in a one-hour long training with the Outreach Committee and Camp Director

    Application Deadline: March 1, 2026

    Contact Information: Lindsay Davis, Outreach Committee

    Join us in playing a vital role in advancing our organization's mission—we encourage you to utilize your unique talents and skills to support our cause and make a lasting impact in aviation education!

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