Experience Summer Camp in the USA
Life on Camp is an adventure like you've never experienced before.
You'll Get to Spend Around 9-12 Weeks Working in the USA!
Most placements are from June to mid-August. If you’re free from May to late August, then even better!
The more flexible you are with your dates, the more camps there are to view your application. The latest start date that we can accept is June 18th, so please be mindful of this when signing up!
100's of Camps Across the USA
We work with hundreds of camps all across the USA so you could be staying anywhere. We'll work with you during the application process to find your perfect camp location.
Popular Camp Types
We work with hundreds of camps across America to find you the perfect placement to fit your skills and personality. Here are some of the different camp types we work with.
Traditional Camps
Traditional Camps
Traditional Camps
Most of our Camps are Traditional overnight camps, where you'll stay in cabins with the children. Set by scenic lakes, they offer a wide range of activities from sports and watersports to arts and performing arts.
All Boys/Girls Camps
All Boys/Girls Camps
All Boys/Girls Camps
Single Gender Camps, which exclusively accommodate either all girls or all boys, can fit within any of the other Camp categories, offering a specialized and tailored experience for campers.
YMCA Camps
YMCA Camps
YMCA Camps
YMCA is one of the largest camp organizations focusing on youth development. Their day and overnight camps empowered kids by building lifelong skills, confidence, and friendships.
Special Needs Camps
Special Needs Camps
Special Needs Camps
Working at a Special Needs Camp is a unique and rewarding experience! These camps support campers with a range of additional needs and disabilities, while still offering many of the same activities as Traditional Camps. No prior experience is required, just a willingness to learn, as full training is provided.
Faith Based Camps
Faith Based Camps
Faith Based Camps
Most faith-based Camps are Christian or Jewish, offering the Traditional Camp experience with some exposure to religious principles or traditions. Some may include more faith-based learning and worship. You don’t need to be religious to work at one, but respect for others’ beliefs is essential.
Day Camps
Day Camps
Day Camps
Day Camps run only during daytime hours, with campers heading home in the evenings. They still offer plenty of fun activities and a lively camp atmosphere, just without the overnight stay.
Find Your Perfect Role
We’ve thrown around the term Camp Counsellor a lot - but what does this role really entail? Well, think of Camp Counsellors as the cogs that make Camp run - you will be responsible for ensuring the children at Camp have the best summer ever!
Being a Camp Counsellor can mean a variety of things, but we tend to categorise the role under two umbrella terms - General Counsellor and Activity Leader!
Unleash Your Inner Camp Hero as a Camp Counsellor
You will usually be living in cabins with the children, looking after them at meals and downtime and taking them from activity to activity! You might also get to take part in the activities yourself, plan camp events or try your hand at teaching /coaching a skill! Think of this role as being an older sibling for the children on camp!
Coach Your Favourite Sport or Hobby at Camp
You will be responsible for running activities on camp in a skill you enjoy such as a sport, performing art, or watersport! You will plan activities and run sessions with the children to teach them your skill! You may also be in cabins with children and will probably get the chance to get stuck in with new activities you’ve not tried before!
Bring Your Skills. Make Camp Magic
From archery to arts & crafts, wakeboarding to wilderness skills. US camps want talented, enthusiastic people with serious (or seriously fun) skills. Whether you're sporty, creative, or just love leading, there’s a camp that needs you. This isn’t just a summer job, it’s your chance to turn passion into unforgettable memories.
Sports
Water Sports
Arts & Crafts
Theatre & Music
Outdoors
Wellness & Education
Earn More as a Premium Camp Counsellor
Earn more with qualified skills. Check out our Premium Camp Counsellor program to learn more!
Day in the Life at Camp
What's an average day at camp look like? Camp is a wild ride! Whilst no two days are the same, here's what a typical day might hold for you.
Rise and Shine
8:00 AM
The early bird catches the worm - it’s time to gather your campers for flag raising and kick off another magical day at camp!
Breakfast
8:30 AM
Pancakes, waffles, endless bowls of cereal - whatever takes your fancy!
Clean Up
9:00 AM
It’s time to help your campers make the cabin spick and span!
Activity Time
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Time for some Camp activities - are you going to be shooting targets at the Archery range, becoming the new Van Gogh at Arts & Crafts, or scoring goals on the Soccer pitch?
Lunch Time
12:00 PM
Time to refuel (and sing some of your favourite Camp songs!)
Rest Hour
1:00 PM
Time to take a breather - you can chill in the cabin with your campers and catch up with them about the amazing day they are having!
More Activities
2:00 - 5:00 PM
Continue the fun-packed day with even more activities! Maybe you’ll be heading down to the lake or pool to take a dip!
Dinner Time
6:00 PM
Is it Taco Tuesday or Pizza Night?
Evening Activity
7:00 PM
The fun never stops - now it’s time for evening programming! This could be anything from a Talent Show to a Scavenger Hunt to a Campfire by sunset!
Lights Out
9:00 PM
It’s bedtime for your campers - but not before they’ve roped you into telling a late night scary Camp story!
Night Off
10:00 PM
If it’s your night off, it’s time to go chill with your fellow counsellors - maybe you’ll spend the evening planning for your epic post-camp roadtrip!
How to Qualify for the Camp Counsellor Program
Our program connects enthusiastic camp counsellors with summer camps across the nation. Experience a seamless matching process, ensuring the right fit for counsellors and camps.
18+ Years Old
Age 18 or older by June 1st of the program year.
Working with Children
Experienced or interested in working with children from the ages of 8-15.
English Language Proficiency
Proficient in spoken English.
Clean Criminal Background
Free of criminal history, clear background check, good health, and can provide medical history.
