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Your go-to guide for summer camp life in the USA, cultural insights, and travel inspiration from the AmeriCamp community.

Dietary Restrictions at Summer Camp: What You Need to Know

A super common question people ask before heading to camp is: “What happens if I have an allergy or dietary restriction?" It's a completely understandable concern, especially when you're travelling to another country and relying on camp to provide most of your meals throughout the summer!

Camp Towanda: A UK Counsellor's Guide to Working There

Camp Towanda has run summer camp programs in the Pocono Mountains since 1923. Here's what UK counsellors need to know before applying through AmeriCamp UK.

Camp IHC: A UK Counsellor's Guide to the 7-Week Unplug

Camp IHC runs a fully unplugged season in Pennsylvania. Here's what UK counsellors need to know about dates, salary, and applying from the UK.

Camp Chipinaw: Activities, Staff Life, and How to Work There

Camp Chipinaw in Swan Lake, NY, has run since 1927. See what staff say, what you'll do, and how to get placed there through AmeriCamp UK.

Phantom Lake YMCA Camp: Your Ultimate Guide to Working There

Phantom Lake YMCA Camp in Wisconsin hires UK staff every summer. See roles, reviews, traditions, and how AmeriCamp UK gets you there.
Campers at YMCA Storer Camps on the high rope course

YMCA Storer Camps: Job Guide for International Counsellors

Interested in working at YMCA Storer Camps over summer? This guide covers visa requirements, salary and benefits, what to expect, and how AmeriCamp helps.

Camp Allen NH: Special Needs Camp Counselor Jobs

Camp Allen (Bedford, NH) is a summer camp for kids and adults with developmental/physical disabilities. Here’s how to work there as a counsellor via AmeriCamp.

Camp Louise for Girls: How to Work at a Maryland Jewish Camp

Camp Louise for Girls is a Jewish overnight camp in Cascade, MD, founded 1922. Discover counsellor roles, pay ($2,250+), J-1 visa info & how to apply via AmeriCamp.

Camp Anne: Counsellor’s Guide to Working at This NY Camp

Interested in working at Camp Anne in upstate New York? Learn what it takes to become an international camp counsellor, and how to get started with AmeriCamp.

My First American Summer - An AmeriCamp & Intrax Documentary

Summer camp isn’t just about sunshine and s’mores, it’s about stepping into something completely new and seeing what you’re capable of. In our documentary My First American Summer, we follow five AmeriCamp camp counsellors as they go from being hired at an AmeriCamp Camp Fair, to living out their very first summer camp experience in the USA!

Follow Daniel as He Takes on a Second Summer at Camp Via West

In our new documentary “Happy Via West” we follow Daniel, a returning camp counsellor from the UK, as he steps into his second summer at Camp Via West, a special needs summer camp that celebrates inclusion, compassion and human connection.

Work in the U.S. at Camp Vacamas [FAQs + Resources]

Looking for a summer job with a twist? Learn what it’s like to work at Camp Vacamas as a summer camp counsellor, and how AmeriCamp can help you make it happen.

Camp Airy for Boys: U.S. Summer Camp Job [FAQs + Resources]

Camp Airy for Boys is a Jewish, boys-only summer camp in the United States. Learn how to spend a summer working there as a camp counsellor through AmeriCamp!

How to Work at Summit Camp and Travel as a Camp Counsellor

Learn what it’s like to work as a camp counsellor at Summit Camp and Travel + how AmeriCamp helps international counsellors secure jobs and visas at U.S. camps.

AmeriCamp Spain: How to Work as a Camp Counsellor in the USA

For Spanish adventurers looking for a summer job with a twist, AmeriCamp Spain makes it possible to earn money working as a summer camp counsellor in America!

Summer Jobs for Teens [Work as a Camp Counsellor in the U.S.]

Learn about the benefits of summer jobs for teens and why a job as a camp counsellor at a U.S. summer camp is a unique opportunity for teens around the world.

Work at Camp Silver Lake as a Summer Counsellor

Learn what it’s like to be a counsellor at Camp Silver Lake in New York, and how AmeriCamp can help you secure a dream job as a camp counsellor in the U.S.

How to Work at Pennsylvania’s Camp Nock-A-Mixon

Camp Nock-A-Mixon is a classic American summer camp in Pennsylvania. Learn how you can work as a camp counsellor at this beautiful, lakeside camp via AmeriCamp!

How to Work at Beautiful Beber Camp as a Counsellor

Beber Camp is a Jewish summer camp in Wisconsin. If you’re interested in working there as a camp counsellor, AmeriCamp can help secure your role and J-1 visa!

Best Summer Camping Activities to Win Campers’ Hearts!

From archery to water sports and drama, summer camping activities are a huge part of life at summer camp. Work as a camp counsellor in the U.S. with AmeriCamp!

Work at Iconic Camp Wingate*Kirkland as a Camp Counsellor

If you’re looking for the summer of a lifetime, why not work as a camp counsellor at Camp Wingate*Kirkland? Learn how AmeriCamp can help you make it happen.

Camp Counsellor Jobs in America for British Students for 2026!

There are lots of different jobs in America for British students but camp counselling offers a great mix of work and adventure. Learn how to apply with AmeriCamp!

Cohen Camps: Be a Camp Counsellor at a Jewish Summer Camp

Want to work at a Jewish camp this summer? AmeriCamp partners with Cohen Camps to place UK students in counsellor positions in their three camps. Learn more!

My Advice for First Time Counsellors - By Evie Hendy

Being a first time counsellor can be a daunting time full of excitement mixed with nerves. I was very nervous my first summer – would I make friends? Would my campers like me? How does the visa process work? What will camp life be like? Nerves are completely normal and everyone going to camp will feel these nerves. Here are a few tips and tricks I wish I knew going into my first summer.

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I loved that camp so much and have made friends for life, experienced different cultures and bonded with the children. I can’t wait to go back next year!
Chiara
Camp Counsellor
I had the best experience doing Americamp! They were so helpful in getting me placed through their online hiring system, as well as answering any questions that I may have had.
Ellora
Camp Counsellor
I worked as a general counsellor at an amazing Special Needs Camp in Iowa. It was an opportunity to help other people while having the best summer and experience a different country!
Hettie
Camp Counsellor
They walked me step-by-step through the process, explaining everything, and their hiring portal paired me with a camp that I love. And now I’m in America on an amazing summer camp!
Luca
Camp Counsellor
I had the most amazing summer of my life supported by AmeriCamp they were so informative and helped me through the whole process. Would recommend to anyone!
Sarah
Camp Counsellor
Americamp is the Best company to go with they make your process so easy and enjoyable. Not only that they also go above and beyond to make sure your 100% ready for a life changing experience.
Sam
Camp Counsellor
Americamp are an incredible agency to go through for those wanting to go to camp!! Brilliant communication throughout the whole process and really helpful.
Holly
Camp Counsellor