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Experience the ultimate summer in America and earn at least $2,250 USD.
9 weeks at summer camp, with your food and accommodation included.
You’ll get to explore America for 30 days after camp.
We’re open to students and non-students.
There’s a role for everyone at camp.
At camp, you'll build new skills, explore new places, and meet new people - and you'll help your campers do the same.
If you're adventurous and want to see the world, or a student looking for the perfect student summer job, then camp in America is for you.
If you're adventurous and want to see the world, or a student looking for the perfect student summer job, then camp in America is for you.
Camp Counselor
If you're a strong all rounder, and want to work with a group of kids, you'll make a great camp counselor. You'll lead a small group of campers, guiding them through their summer, offering support, guidance, and encouragement.
Activity Specialist
Passionate about an activity? Whether it's a sport, instrument, or something else entirely, you can teach it at camp. Qualifications aren't required for most roles. If you're not a professional, no worries - you'll likely still be able to teach your activity at camp!
There are a variety of support staff roles available at camp.
From working in an office to preparing food in a kitchen, there's a variety of work you could get up to at camp.
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The best way to spend a whole summer in America.
Don't miss out for summer 2026.
Pay in easy instalments.
Spread the cost of over 4 payments.
Relax about living expenses.
Meals and accommodation
are included at camp.
are included at camp.
Earn while at camp.
You’ll earn at least $2250 to spend on travel and fun.
Frequently asked questions
How long is summer camp?
Camp Leaders participants spend 9 to 11 weeks at camp in the US during the summer season. Camp counselors stay for around 9 weeks, while support staff stay for 10 weeks. The season typically runs from early June through late August. After camp ends, you have up to 30 days to travel around America.
Are accommodation and food included?
Yes, your accommodation and meals are included. You'll stay on camp grounds with other staff members, and all your meals are provided - breakfast, lunch and dinner. Any extra treats during your time off are up to you.
Do I have to be a student to go to summer camp?
No, you don't need to be a student to be a camp counselor. You just need to be 18 by June 1st and have a clean criminal background check. Support staff roles do require student status due to visa regulations.
Will I earn some spending money during my time at camp?
Yes! You'll earn spending money during your time at camp. All camp roles come with a guaranteed minimum pocket money, and certain positions earn even more. Please visit our pricing page for more details and the most up to date information.
Do I get any time to explore America after camp?
Yes! As part of your J1 visa, you get 30 days after camp to explore America. This means once your camp contract ends, you can travel anywhere in the US during those 30 days, or head straight home if you prefer.
Reviews
Join 100,000+ who’ve loved the Camp Leaders experience.
Every year, we get your honest feedback on our camps to make sure we only work with the best camps America has to offer.
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There always pros and cons to agencies but Camp Leaders was really helpful through the whole process and I would definitely recommend it to friends.
Grace
YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin
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Loved the people I made friends with and experience I had!
Amy
YMCA Camp Silver Beach
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Found the process relatively easy to follow, and the interview process was very effecient. The pre-program videos were very helpful and the support during the camp helped me navigate some issues.
Lily
Camp Chateaugay
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Incredibly easy application through Camp Leaders. My experience was much better compared to other co-workers at my camp who used other camp related sites. I was very happy with my experience.
Lana
Camps Equinunk and Blue Ridge
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Camp Leaders made going to America very easy. At any point if I had questions they were answered quickly and in detail, but most the information I needed was always readily available. I always felt prepared
Jace
True Friends Camps
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The Camp Leaders program were super supportive in helping me be prepared for my visa stage and arrive to america. they helped to calm me down when i was stressed by answering my questions and they were great during the application phase aswell
Hayley
YMCA Camp Huckins
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Camp Leaders has been an easy and supportive company! Applying was so easy and if I had any questions or problems they were very quick at responding and always super helpful!
Mollie
Camp Sangamon
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The help was there when I needed it, the videos and sevis recept stuff was verry useful when getting my visa!
Breeanna
True Friends Camps
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Camp Leaders has been great! Whenever I have had any questions always get back to me with helpful information. I found the whole process went very smoothly and going to America knew that if I had any problems or questions I could just reach out.
Emma
Camp Kinder Ring
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There always pros and cons to agencies but Camp Leaders was really helpful through the whole process and I would definitely recommend it to friends.
Grace
Oct 2024
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Loved the people I made friends with and experience I had!
Amy
Sep 2024
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Found the process relatively easy to follow, and the interview process was very effecient. The pre-program videos were very helpful and the support during the camp helped me navigate some issues.
Lily
Sep 2024
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Incredibly easy application through Camp Leaders. My experience was much better compared to other co-workers at my camp who used other camp related sites. I was very happy with my experience.
Lana
Sep 2024
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Camp Leaders made going to America very easy. At any point if I had questions they were answered quickly and in detail, but most the information I needed was always readily available. I always felt prepared
Jace
Oct 2024
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The Camp Leaders program were super supportive in helping me be prepared for my visa stage and arrive to america. they helped to calm me down when i was stressed by answering my questions and they were great during the application phase aswell
Hayley
Sep 2024
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There always pros and cons to agencies but Camp Leaders was really helpful through the whole process and I would definitely recommend it to friends.
Grace
Oct 2024
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Loved the people I made friends with and experience I had!
Amy
Sep 2024
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Found the process relatively easy to follow, and the interview process was very effecient. The pre-program videos were very helpful and the support during the camp helped me navigate some issues.
Lily
Sep 2024
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