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.
Advice
The Biggest Myths About AmeriCamp NZ - and What's Actually True
The Biggest Myths About AmeriCamp NZ - and What's Actually True
Camp Life
What it's really like to be a camp counsellor in America
A Kiwi who's done it shares what a real day as a camp counsellor at a US summer camp actually looks like — the early mornings, the kids, the money, and why most people who go once find a way to go back.
News
Why AmeriCamp NZ is the smartest way to spend your NZ winter
While New Zealand shivers through winter, smart Kiwis are heading to summer camps across America. Here's why Americamp NZ is the best way to make it happen.
Advice
How to know if you're ready to be a camp counsellor in America
The most common reason Kiwis don't apply for a US summer camp is not logistics or cost - it's doubt. Here's what camps actually look for, and how to know if you're ready.
Tips
Thinking about summer camp in America? Read this first
Five things every Kiwi should know before applying to be a camp counsellor in America - from J1 visa basics to why timing your NZ winter escape matters.
Tips
What to pack for a US summer camp - the complete guide
Heading to a summer camp in America? Here's the complete Kiwi packing guide - what to bring, what to leave at home, and the one thing everyone forgets.