Hire with the Leaders.
Camp Leaders gives you access to a global pool of pre-screened counselors and support staff ready to work and thrive at your camp.
Trusted by 650+ camps across the USA.
The best summer camp staff.
All participants are interviewed by camp alumni, background checked to the highest level, and medically screened with enhanced cover.
100,000+ sent to camp.
Since 1999 we've helped thousands of people experience the summer of a lifetime.
Industry leading platform
Our platform is purpose-built for the camp industry and makes finding the right international staff a breeze.
Why Camp Leaders?
The ultimate way to hire camp staff.
We’re an international network built for camp — here to connect you with people who bring not only their skills, but their stories, cultures, and energy to your community.
17 offices worldwide from Liverpool to Lublin, Budapest to Bogota
Diverse applicants with unique skills and stories
Round trip flights included for many first time participants through our IATA certified office
All candidates personally interviewed by local staff (all camp alumni)
Highest background check levels available in their home country
Enhanced health screening and upgraded medical cover
How it works
Hiring with Camp Leaders is quick, personal, and purpose-built for summer camp.
1. We’ll onboard you into our platform.
Once you're set up, you'll have full access to our intuitive hiring system. It's built specifically for camps, with no clunky software or unnecessary features.
2. Meet your dedicated rep.
Your Camp Leaders account manager will get to know your camp and recommend participants who are the right fit for your roles and culture.
3. Search and hire, 24/7.
Use our powerful search tool to browse staff profiles whenever you like — filter by skills, roles, and availability. You can also message participants directly through the platform to chat or schedule interviews.
4. We take care of the rest.
From screening and visa paperwork to pre-departure prep, we handle the logistics so your team arrives camp-ready.
Programs we offer.
Whether you need hands-on activity leaders, behind-the-scenes support, or aspiring future camp pros, we’ve got a program to fit your camp:
Camp Counselor
- Hire counselors from 17 different countries
- All our counselors are fully vetted to the highest standard
- We cover all areas including general counselors, activity specialists and special needs counselors
Summer Work and Travel (Support Staff)
- The market leaders across Central Europe
- 10 week contract as standard
- We cover all areas including kitchen staff, maintenance staff, cleaning staff, office staff and more
Direct Placement and ITP
Our sister brand, American Camp Co., provides camps with high-quality international staff through both Direct Placement and the J-1 Trainee and Intern (ITP) program. Whether you need seasonal team members or pre/post season continuity, we've got you covered.
By the numbers.
100,000+
participants since 1999
650+
summer camps work with us across the USA
17
international recruitment offices worldwide
63
2023 Net Promoter Score from our camp employers
<0.1%
visa refusal rate
10
week support staff contracts
The best hiring platform in the industry.
Search and filter candidates by skill, role, dates, and country
Watch video intros, check references, and message applicants directly
Schedule interviews and make placements in just a few clicks
Add photos and videos to showcase what makes your camp special
Online Hiring Fairs
Interview and hire international staff fast.
Our Online Hiring Fairs bring thousands of pre-screened participants together in one place, making it easier than ever to build your dream camp team.
Pre-screen and schedule interviews over 2 to 3 days
Speak only with the candidates you want to
Hire from 17+ countries in one go
Join from anywhere: home, office, or on the go
Assign interviewers by role or skill set
Hire with as many interviewers as you like
Make offers on the spot
Use your own Zoom, Google Meet, or Whereby links
Preparation Course
Preparation that makes a difference.
We make sure every participant is fully prepared before they arrive at your camp. Our approach combines personal guidance with industry-leading online resources to ensure a smooth start and a successful summer.
Individual pre-departure calls with each participant
An industry leading preparation course covering everything from entering the USA to camp rules and expectations
Additional exclusive training modules on topics like mental health and wellbeing, as well as personal safety
Travel and insurance guidance handled by experienced staff
Owned by employees. Driven by purpose.
Since 1999, Camp Leaders has helped over 100,000 young people experience the summer of a lifetime in America. We’re proud to have partnered with camps of every size and mission and we’re just getting started.
As an employee-owned trust, our success is shared by the people who care most: our staff. We put people before profit, ensuring our decisions always serve our camps, participants, and team members.
As an employee-owned trust, our success is shared by the people who care most: our staff. We put people before profit, ensuring our decisions always serve our camps, participants, and team members.
Trust the Leaders.
You’re not working with a call center or outsourced rep. You’re working with experienced camp people who care about the outcome
Dedicated account managers who understand your needs
24/7 summer support
Real humans, real experience, real care
Camp Collab
Join us at Camp Collab, the only conference dedicated entirely to solving the camp staffing challenge. Network, collaborate, and reimagine your staffing strategy together with peers who get it.
Testimonials
Join one of the 500+ who have hired using our platform.
Every year, we get your honest feedback on our platform and services to make sure we offer the best camp staff hiring platform available on the market.
See what camps have to say about their experience using our product and service.
See what camps have to say about their experience using our product and service.
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We love the online system! It’s easy to use, and you can find all the information you need to recruit an awesome summer staff.
Camp OTX
Sep 2024
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Great communication and personal service to camp and participants.
Camp Somerset for Girls
Sep 2024
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Your staff are always easy to work with and very prompt to respond to our staffing needs. The portal is amazing to search for applicants.
Banner Day Camp
Sep 2024
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Big fan of the Camp Leaders staff, participants they find, technology, process, etc.
Ramah in Wisconsin
Sep 2024
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Great Team, great people. Responsive.. They build great relationships with their camp directors and are very helpful throughout the year!
Camp Kippewa for Girls
Sep 2024
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Easy to use interface with lots of applicants who have been prepared to work a hard summer. I also appreciate the Online Hiring Fairs making it easy for everyone to find a good fit.
Kennolyn Camps
Sep 2024
Contact
How do I get started hiring with Camp Leaders?
Book a call with our team. We’ll walk you through the platform, understand your staffing needs, and get you set up to begin hiring immediately. The process is fast, guided, and tailored to your camp.
Book a call and we’ll walk you through how we can help.
1-866-803-7643
usa@campleaders.com
600 Congress Ave, 16th Floor, Austin, TX 78701
