AmeriCamp Blog
Advice
What is a J1 visa, and how does it work for summer camp counsellors?
New to visas altogether? Here's a plain-English breakdown of the J1 visa that gets Kiwis legally working at a summer camp in America, and how AmeriCamp NZ manages it for you.
What is a J1 visa? Here's how the Exchange Visitor Visa works for Kiwi summer camp counsellors, from the Auckland interview to camp matching.
Tips
What to pack for your summer camp counsellor season in America
Wondering what actually goes in the suitcase for a summer camp counsellor season in America? Here's a practical, no-nonsense packing list from AmeriCamp NZ.
Camp Life
Which US states could you end up at as a summer camp counsellor?
From lakeside cabins in Maine to horse ranches in Colorado, summer camp placements stretch across the whole of America. Here's what actually decides where you'll spend your winter at summer camp
Advice
When's the best time to apply for a summer camp counsellor job in America?
Wondering when to apply to be a camp counsellor in America? Here's why timing matters more than most Kiwis realise, and when you should actually get moving.
Advice
Not sure you're ready for America? Neither were most of our counsellors
Nervous about heading to a US summer camp at 18? Here's why AmeriCamp NZ says it's one of the best moves a young Kiwi can make.
News
How much do camp counsellors get paid in America? A guide
Wondering what a summer camp in America actually pays? Here's a straight breakdown of counsellor wages for 2027, what's covered, and how the money side really works
Advice
What is Americamp? A straightforward guide for Kiwis and Aussies
New to Americamp? Here's a plain explanation of what the programme actually is, how camp counsellor placement works, and what a season at a summer camp in America really looks like.
Advice
Is Americamp trustworthy? What NZ applicants should actually check
Handing over money and personal details for a summer camp job in America is a big leap of faith. Here's what actually makes Americamp NZ a legitimate, trustworthy option.
Advice
How much do Americamp counsellors actually get paid?
Wondering if a summer camp counsellor job in America actually pays? Here's a straight breakdown of what you'll earn, what's covered, and where the real value sits.
Tips
Americamp interview questions: what to expect and how to prepare
Worried about the Americamp interview? Here's what actually happens in the 20-minute conversation, the kind of questions you'll get asked, and how to walk in prepared.
Tips
The Adventure Doesn't End When Camp Does - Best Spots to Explore After Your Season
One of the best kept secrets about doing a camp season in the USA is what happens AFTER.