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Experience the ultimate summer in America and earn at least $2,250.
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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Teach what you love in America.
From soccer coaching to rocketry, if you can imagine it, you can teach it at summer camp.
The best way to spend your 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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Southampton Fresh Air Home
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Helped a lot was a very easy process would recommend to friends
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YMCA Camp Mohawk for Girls
Sep 2024
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It was very easy and efficient.
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Peconic Dunes 4-H Camp
Sep 2024
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It was a great experience and better than I could have imagined. it made the visa process super easy and simple to follow along i didnAot feel nervous at all, Provided great things before hand so that you could get to know people before hand
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Club Getaway
Sep 2024
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camp leaders were so helpful in terms of connecting me to a camp and then guiding me through the visa process. while i was at camp, camp leaders always reached out and returned my emails when i contacted them. they made my experience in the U.S. so easy and smooth. iAove already recommended camp leaders to many of my friends
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Camp Friendship
Sep 2024
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The Camp Leaders program was instrumental in the provision of an excellent professional and personal experience for me this Summer. It made the process of obtaining and working on a J1 visa as seamless and stress-free as possible, while also ensuring that I felt supported and reassured in the knowledge that they had my best interests at heart while both working and travelling in the United States.
Jack
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International Sports Training Camp
Sep 2024
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I absolutely loved my time in America, thanks to camp leaders. It was a summer out of Ireland that I very much needed, and I couldn't be more grateful to have been able to be given the opportunity to meet so many new people, see new places and do so many new things.
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Camp Fire - Hantesa
Aug 2024
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Camp leaders was very helpful and provided me with a great amount of opportunities.
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Southampton Fresh Air Home
Aug 2024
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The camp leaderAos team have always been helpful and made the process of getting to camp smooth
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Camp Walden NY
Aug 2024
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It was a great experience and better than I could have imagined. it made the visa process super easy and simple to follow along i didnAot feel nervous at all, Provided great things before hand so that you could get to know people before hand
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camp leaders were so helpful in terms of connecting me to a camp and then guiding me through the visa process. while i was at camp, camp leaders always reached out and returned my emails when i contacted them. they made my experience in the U.S. so easy and smooth. iAove already recommended camp leaders to many of my friends
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The Camp Leaders program was instrumental in the provision of an excellent professional and personal experience for me this Summer. It made the process of obtaining and working on a J1 visa as seamless and stress-free as possible, while also ensuring that I felt supported and reassured in the knowledge that they had my best interests at heart while both working and travelling in the United States.
Jack
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Swap your summer at home for a summer in America.
