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Concordia Language Villages

Work at the Villages

WORK

AT THE

VILLAGES

Summer 2025 positions will be posted December 15, 2024. Scroll down to see our featured and current job postings or search open positions across all Villages.

Share your passion for language and culture with the next generation and beyond by working with us! Concordia Language Villages hires both year-round and seasonal staff. Year-round roles include administration, culinary arts, maintenance and more. Seasonal roles work directly with our villagers throughout the year, in both virtual and overnight programs in northern Minnesota. Summer staff applications open in December. Download our employment opportunities flyer to learn more about Village employment.

SUMMER

positions

AT THE VILLAGES

Teachers and Counselors

Practice and expand your skills in one or more of our Village languages. Credential teachers can earn clock hours and documentation or professional development. Click Here to learn more!

Health and Wellness

Keep our villagers and staff safe and healthy. Learn cross-cultural competency by living and working in a cultural and language immersion environment. No language experience required. Click here to learn more! Click Here to learn more!

Culinary Arts

Produce culturally accurate food for thousands of villagers and staff. Develop and expand your culinary skills in sauce making, baking, sautéing and dish washing in a commercial kitchen. All skill levels welcome and no language experience required. Click here to learn more!

Support Staff

Become a lifeguard, business manager, transportation assistant or more. Demonstrate confidence, problem solving, creativity and flexibility! No language experience required for most positions. Click Here to learn more!

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Danish Language Village
Education Through Demonstration
French Language Village
Small Group Instruction
Chinese Language Village
Outdoor Learning
Italian Language Village
Cultural Culinary Arts
Italian Language Village
Focused Language Instruction
Spanish Language Village
Collaborative Cultural Activities
French Language Villages
Creating Lasting Memories
French Language Village
Teaching Through Music
Swedish Language Village
Learning Language Through Song
Spanish Language Village
Practicing Language Through Performance
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J-1 Visas

We welcome staff from all over the world. If you are outside of the United States and wish to work with us, you must be at least 18 years old and obtain a J-1 Visa. As a government approved institution, we will send you the forms necessary to receive eligibility for J-1 Exchange Visitor status specifically for working at Concordia Language Villages. J-1 Visas apply only to those working as language instructors and counselors—our Exchange Visitor Program does not authorize us to hire culinary staff, healthcare staff or support staff from outside the United States. For additional questions about international employment, download our International Staff FAQ.

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OUR STAFF

LOVE

CAMP

We asked recent staff members, “What do you love about working at Concordia Language Villages?” Here’s what they had to say.

"CLV, especially Skogfjorden, is home"

The Language Villages, especially Skogfjorden, is home. It’s a place where people from many countries, cultures and backgrounds come together with a common goal. We embrace and celebrate our differences of language and background.

Kirsten (Eli) | Norwegian Language Village

"It’s a privilege to work and learn with them"

The people at Concordia Language Villages are great. The staff and students are an interesting mix of native French speakers, professional teachers, students, world travelers and medical providers. It’s a privilege to work and learn with them.

Catherine (Cati) | French Language Villlage

"I love working here because it’s...unlike anything else"

I love working here because it’s...unlike anything else. If you go to a country, it's not locals' job to help teach you the language. But with our immersion environment, it *is* every staff member’s job. I fell in love with our immersion model as a camper and…I get to give the next generation of language learners that experience, too.

Paul (Adrián) | Spanish Language Village

"Working here is a differentiator in my life!"

Working here is a differentiator in my life! Diversity and respect get along very well! The Villages are a melting pot of different nationalities, which helped me understand my own culture even better. I am quite proud of having Concordia Language Villages on my background!

Jacaria (Jaci) | Portuguese Language Village
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Featured Jobs

Distribution Center Assistant (on-call)
Location:
Bemidji
Status:
On-call
|
January – December
Language:
Any
Department:
Operations
Responsibilities: 1. Receiving Receive food, mail, retail items and equipment. Ensure that all items are received in acceptable condition. Ensure that all items are stored in their proper location. 2. Delivery Pick items for Delivery. Ensure that all items are recorded. Deliver food, mail, retail items and equipment for: Special Events Village Weekend Programs Adult Programs Charter Schools Summer Programs, including leased site facilities Other Departments within Concordia Language Villages 3. Meet and keep required driving policies 4. Record Keeping Enter invoices into Distribution Center Database Enter deliveries into Distribution Center Database 5. Mail Receive, sort and deliver mail to designated areas on the Turtle River Lake site 6. Other duties as assigned
Spanish Summer Camp Counselor
Location:
Bemidji
Status:
Seasonal
|
June-August
Language:
Spanish
Department:
Programs
Under the direction of the camp (“Village”) dean, counselors teach the target language and culture to summer camp participants. We have a variety of positions involving different levels of leadership including senior counselors and junior counselors.
Summer Camp Chef
Location:
Bemidji
Status:
Seasonal
|
6-13 weeks, June-August
Language:
Any
Department:
Culinary Arts
Under the direction of the Culinary Arts Manager, Summer Camp Chefs will work together with their kitchen staff to prepare culturally appropriate food for the campers. If you love cooking or want to learn a new skill while making friends from all over the world, join us this summer.
Summer Camp Kitchen Helper
Location:
Bemidji
Status:
Seasonal
|
1-6 weeks, June-August
Language:
Any
Department:
Culinary Arts
Under the direction of the Culinary Arts Manager, a Summer Camp Kitchen Helper will work together with other kitchen staff to prepare culturally appropriate food for the campers. If you love cooking or want to learn a new skill while making friends from all over the world, join us this summer.
Transportation Staff - Twin Cities
Location:
Twin Cities/Minneapolis
Status:
Seasonal
|
May-August
Language:
Any
Department:
Programs
As a member of our transportation team, you will work with the Program Coordinator to ensure smooth arrivals and departures of youth attending a summer session.
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Chinese Summer Camp Counselor
Location:
Bemidji
Status:
Seasonal
|
June-July
Language:
Chinese
Department:
Programs
Under the direction of the camp (“Village”) dean, counselors teach the target language and culture to summer camp participants. We have a variety of positions involving different levels of leadership including senior counselors and junior counselors.
Chinese Summer Camp Junior Counselor
Location:
Bemidji
Status:
Seasonal
|
June-July
Language:
Chinese
Department:
Programs
Under the direction of the camp (“Village”) dean, junior counselors teach language and culture to summer camp participants. Applicants 16-17 are invited to apply for the opportunity to be at camp while also building your resume. Applicants 18+ are invited to check out our Counselor position.
Cross-Cultural Health Intern
Location:
Bemidji - Residential
Status:
Seasonal
|
June – August
Language:
Any
Department:
Health Services
Expand your clinical expertise, enhance your cultural competency, and make a difference in youth health care by becoming a Cross-Cultural Health Intern.  Interns work under the supervision of the Director of Health and Wellness, Village providers and deans to provide care to villagers and staff in a dynamic, multicultural immersion environment. Two 5-6 week sessions per summer (Session 1: June-July/ Session 2 July-Aug).  Full summer positions also available
Custodial/Housekeeping
Location:
Bemidji
Status:
Full-time
|
January – December
Language:
Any
Department:
Operations
This position is responsible for cleaning duties of assigned areas, washing linens for cabins on-site and is the main contact for lost & found. You will be helping keep our site in tip-top condition by cleaning and sanitizing throughout the site, providing clean linens to incoming participants and contacting participants who have left behind a personal item.
Custodian On-Call
Location:
Bemidji
Status:
Part-time
|
Summer and year round potential.
Language:
N/A
Department:
Operations
Support the mission of Concordia Language Villages by providing a clean and safe environment for staff, clients, participants, and villagers. Prepare villages for participants and clients by cleaning residences, bathrooms, dining halls, office areas and indoor areas. Work enthusiastically as part of a team environmentd
Distribution Center Assistant (on-call)
Location:
Bemidji
Status:
On-call
|
January – December
Language:
Any
Department:
Operations
Responsibilities: 1. Receiving Receive food, mail, retail items and equipment. Ensure that all items are received in acceptable condition. Ensure that all items are stored in their proper location. 2. Delivery Pick items for Delivery. Ensure that all items are recorded. Deliver food, mail, retail items and equipment for: Special Events Village Weekend Programs Adult Programs Charter Schools Summer Programs, including leased site facilities Other Departments within Concordia Language Villages 3. Meet and keep required driving policies 4. Record Keeping Enter invoices into Distribution Center Database Enter deliveries into Distribution Center Database 5. Mail Receive, sort and deliver mail to designated areas on the Turtle River Lake site 6. Other duties as assigned
Finnish Language Teacher - Academic Year '25 - '26
Location:
Bemidji - Residential
Status:
Seasonal
|
September – May
Language:
Finnish
Department:
Programs
Deep in the North Woods of Minnesota, USA, Concordia Language Villages creates a place that is both culturally authentic and uniquely our own. In the Language Villages, everything from the music played to the dishes used in the dining hall reflect the cultures each was designed to represent. We are a community of educators from all corners of the globe, passionate about learning every minute of the day. Our mission is to inspire courageous global citizens through language and cultural immersion.
French Language Teacher - Academic Year '25 - '26
Location:
Bemidji - Residential
Status:
Seasonal
|
September – May
Language:
French
Department:
Programs
Our mission is to inspire courageous global citizens through language and cultural immersion. General Expectations of All Staff: - Be familiar with and abide by Concordia Language Villages’ Employee Policies. - Promote all staff members’ and participants’ health, safety, and well-being. - Develop and maintain collegial relationships among all staff, including support staff, for a productive working atmosphere at the Village that promotes the mission of the Language Villages. - Speak the target language with participants and staff members as much as possible.
French Summer Camp Counselor
Location:
Bemidji
Status:
Seasonal
|
June-August
Language:
French
Department:
Programs
Under the direction of the camp (“Village”) dean, counselors teach the target language and culture to summer camp participants. We have a variety of positions involving different levels of leadership including senior counselors and junior counselors.
French Summer Camp Junior Counselor
Location:
Bemidji
Status:
Seasonal
|
June-August
Language:
French
Department:
Programs
Under the direction of the camp (“Village”) dean, junior counselors teach language and culture to summer camp participants. Applicants 16-17 are invited to apply for the opportunity to be at camp while also building your resume. Applicants 18+ are invited to check out our Counselor position.
German Language Teacher - Academic Year '25 - '26
Location:
Bemidji - Residential
Status:
Seasonal
|
September – May
Language:
German
Department:
Programs
Deep in the North Woods of Minnesota, USA, Concordia Language Villages creates a place that is both culturally authentic and uniquely our own. In the Language Villages, everything from the music played to the dishes used in the dining hall reflect the cultures each was designed to represent. We are a community of educators from all corners of the globe, passionate about learning every minute of the day. Our mission is to inspire courageous global citizens through language and cultural immersion.
Grounds and Facilities On-Call
Location:
Bemidji
Status:
Part-time
|
January-December
Language:
N/A
Department:
Operations
Support the mission of Concordia Language Villages by maintaining the grounds and equipment in neat and attractive condition.
International Cook (Any Language)
Location:
Bemidji
Status:
Seasonal
|
13 weeks, June – August
Language:
Any
Department:
Culinary Arts
This position is for the use of the international staff who are procuring their own Work and Travel visa. If you apply for an International Cook position, you can be placed in either a Summer Camp Cook, Summer Camp Baker or Summer Camp Kitchen Helper role. These three positions require International applicants to be at least 18 years of age. If you love cooking or want to learn a new skill while making friends from all over the world, join us this summer.
Norwegian Language Teacher - Academic Year '25 - '26
Location:
Bemidji - Residential
Status:
Seasonal
|
September – May
Language:
Norwegian
Department:
Programs
Deep in the North Woods of Minnesota, USA, Concordia Language Villages creates a place that is both culturally authentic and uniquely our own. In the Language Villages, everything from the music played to the dishes used in the dining hall reflect the cultures each was designed to represent. We are a community of educators from all corners of the globe, passionate about learning every minute of the day. Our mission is to inspire courageous global citizens through language and cultural immersion.
Part-Time Cook
Location:
Bemidji
Status:
On-call
|
Language:
Any
Department:
Culinary Arts
As a cook, you will follow culturally authentic recipes, adjust based on special requests and work with a diverse group of staff under the direction of the Kitchen Coordinator. You will present food that is not only delicious and cooked to the specifications for the meal but that is safe and fresh as well.
Provider (LPN, RN, NP, MD)
Location:
Bemidji - Residential
Status:
Seasonal
|
June – August
Language:
Any
Department:
Health Services
Under the direction of the Director of Health and Wellness, camp nurses will provide care to individual staff and villagers in a dynamic, multicultural immersion environment. If you love being outdoors, learning about new cultures and languages, helping others all over the world, and working with children, join us this summer! 1-10 week positions June-August
Spanish Summer Camp Counselor
Location:
Bemidji
Status:
Seasonal
|
June-August
Language:
Spanish
Department:
Programs
Under the direction of the camp (“Village”) dean, counselors teach the target language and culture to summer camp participants. We have a variety of positions involving different levels of leadership including senior counselors and junior counselors.
Spanish Summer Camp Junior Counselor
Location:
Bemidji
Status:
Seasonal
|
June-August
Language:
Spanish
Department:
Programs
Under the direction of the camp (“Village”) dean, junior counselors teach language and culture to summer camp participants. Applicants 16-17 are invited to apply for the opportunity to be at camp while also building your resume. Applicants 18+ are invited to check out our Counselor position.
Summer Camp Assistant Chef
Location:
Bemidji
Status:
Seasonal
|
June-August
Language:
Any
Department:
Culinary Arts
Under the direction of the Culinary Arts Manager, Assistant Chefs will work together to prepare culturally authentic food for the campers. This position will assumes full kitchen responsibilities in the absence of the Summer Camp Chef; may be asked to assist with all management duties of the kitchen including inventory, ordering, menu planning, scheduling and kitchen staff supervision.
Summer Camp Baker
Location:
Bemidji
Status:
Seasonal
|
June-August
Language:
Any
Department:
Culinary Arts
Under the direction of the Culinary Arts Manager, a Summer Camp Baker will prepare culturally appropriate baked goods for the campers. If you love baking or want to learn a new skill while making friends from all over the world, join us this summer.
Summer Camp Chef
Location:
Bemidji
Status:
Seasonal
|
6-13 weeks, June-August
Language:
Any
Department:
Culinary Arts
Under the direction of the Culinary Arts Manager, Summer Camp Chefs will work together with their kitchen staff to prepare culturally appropriate food for the campers. If you love cooking or want to learn a new skill while making friends from all over the world, join us this summer.
Summer Camp Kitchen Helper
Location:
Bemidji
Status:
Seasonal
|
1-6 weeks, June-August
Language:
Any
Department:
Culinary Arts
Under the direction of the Culinary Arts Manager, a Summer Camp Kitchen Helper will work together with other kitchen staff to prepare culturally appropriate food for the campers. If you love cooking or want to learn a new skill while making friends from all over the world, join us this summer.
Swedish Language Teacher - Academic Year '25 - '26
Location:
Bemidji - Residential
Status:
Seasonal
|
September – May
Language:
Swedish
Department:
Programs
Deep in the North Woods of Minnesota, USA, Concordia Language Villages creates a place that is both culturally authentic and uniquely our own. In the Language Villages, everything from the music played to the dishes used in the dining hall reflect the cultures each was designed to represent. We are a community of educators from all corners of the globe, passionate about learning every minute of the day. Our mission is to inspire courageous global citizens through language and cultural immersion.
Transportation Staff - Twin Cities
Location:
Twin Cities/Minneapolis
Status:
Seasonal
|
May-August
Language:
Any
Department:
Programs
As a member of our transportation team, you will work with the Program Coordinator to ensure smooth arrivals and departures of youth attending a summer session.
Transportation Staff- Bemidji
Location:
Bemidji
Status:
Seasonal
|
May – August
Language:
Any
Department:
Registration and Transportation
Under the direction of the transportation lead, you will provide customer service, supervise camp participants and, when applicable, provide transportation using a Concordia Language Villages provided vehicle. If you enjoy working with children as well as doing logistical planning and some driving, come join us this summer! RESPONSIBILITIES: Aid the transportation coordinator with logistical questions and planning. Assist with keeping weekly transportation charter plan on schedule. Help “villagers” (camper) with airport procedures. Demonstrate care for villagers’ (camper) safety and well-being.

Questions? Email Us Today.

Contact our Employment team at clvhr@cord.edu.

EMPLOYMENT

faqs

Here are Frequently Asked Questions about Concordia Language Villages programs. If your question is not addressed here, please visit our FAQ page or contact us.

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