Experience Summer Camp in the USA
Life on camp is an adventure like you've never experienced before. It's your chance to travel, grow and be part of something bigger than yourself. We'll guide you through the whole journey.
You'll Get to Spend Around 9-12 Weeks Working in the USA!
Most placements are from June 10th 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
The majority of our Camps are Traditional. Most Traditional Camps will run overnight, where you will stay in cabins with children who stay for several days or weeks at a time! They offer a huge variety of activities from sports and watersports to art and performing arts, and will most likely be nestled beside a beautiful lakeside!
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 cater to Campers with a range of additional needs and disabilities, doing many of the same activities as you would at a Traditional Camp. You don’t need any specific experience for this role, just a willingness to learn, as the camps will provide full, comprehensive training to their staff.
Faith Based Camps
Faith Based Camps
Faith Based Camps
The majority of faith-based Camps we work with are Christian or Jewish. Most will provide the Traditional Camp experience with exposure to religious principles/traditions, while others will involve more faith-based learning and worship. You do not need to be religious to work at a faith-based Camp, but respect and understanding for other people’s beliefs is essential.
Day Camps
Day Camps
Day Camps
Open only during daytime hours and campers go home at night.
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
AmeriCamp's Premium programme guarantees a higher minimum salary for qualified counsellors.
Find out if you qualify.
How to Qualify for the Camp Counsellor Program
Our program connects enthusiastic camp counselors with summer camps across the nation. Experience a seamless matching process, ensuring the right fit for counselors and camps.
18+ Age Requirement
Age 18 or older by January 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.
Background Check & Medical History
Free of criminal history, clear background check, good health, and provide medical history.
Interview & References
Interview with one of our Brand Ambassadors. Provide references that show your character.
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 get your Campers to flag raising to start another magical day on 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!
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