Free Speech Forum Head Counselor

This position will be based in Washington, D.C. from Friday, June 19 (arrive by 4:

• 00 p.m.) to Saturday, June 27, 2026 (depart after 2:00 p.m.), to support FIRE’s Free Speech Forum.


• Lead Counselors must also complete four hours of remote training beforehand and attend a mandatory in-person training June 19–20, 2026.
• About FIRE The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression’s mission is to defend and sustain the individual rights of all Americans to free speech and free thought — the most essential qualities of liberty.
• FIRE educates Americans about the importance of these inalienable rights, promotes a culture of respect for these rights, and provides the means to preserve them.
• Position Summary Free Speech Forum head counselors are experienced residential leaders and mentors who support, supervise, and guide the Forum’s counselor team while ensuring the overall success of the program.