Work abroad

Bristol students in demand to work at US summer camps.

Students from Bristol, UWE, and Bath are heading to America this summer. Earn $2,250+, work with kids, travel for 30 days and be back by September for freshers.
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Bristol students went last year.
$2,250
Minimum pocket money you earn at summer camp.
9 weeks
At camp and then 30 days to travel the US.

Why choose camp?

Fits your term dates

Most students finish exams in May/June. Camp runs from June to August, meaning you'll be back in time for freshers week.

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Earn money for next year

Students earn minimum $2,250+ over summer to cover rent, nights out, trips home or post camp travel.

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Add to your CV

Employers love international experience. 9 weeks managing kids, leading activities and working in teams is CV gold.

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Meet other students

You'll meet students from universities across the UK and the rest of the world.

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What you'll do as a camp counselor.

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Work with kids.
Teach activities, run games, lead cabin groups, with training provided by camps.
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Earn money.
Earn at least $2,250 while not having to worry about the cost of food and accommodation.
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Travel America.
After camp ends, you and your new camp friends will get 30 days to travel the USA.

The camp timeline

Get to know how the Camp Leaders experiences works as a student.
May/June

Finish your exams and get ready for summer.

June

Fly to America and start camp with other students.

June-August

Work at camp for 9 weeks, earning money while you make new friends.

August-September

Travel America for up to 30 days, making lifelong memories in the US.

September

You'll be back in time and ready to go for the new term.

How it works

Apply online

Your first step is to hit the 'Apply now' button to begin your application.

Create your profile

Next up, you can begin to create your profile by providing your basic details.

Pay your deposit

To save yourself a place on Camp Leaders, all you need to do is pay your deposit.

Book your interview

Your interview will be a fairly relaxed chat with one of our friendly National Team interviewers, who've all been to camp themselves.

Complete your application

At this stage, new areas of your application will open up. We'll ask more about your work experience and any skills you might want to teach at camp.

Interview with camp

Once your application and profile is complete it will go live to our camp partners. If they like the look of your profile they will approach you for an interview.

Get hired

If there's a match after your interview the camp will offer you a placement. The moment you've been waiting for... you've found your camp; you're going to America!

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The ultimate student summer adventure.

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Pricing

Learn more about our flexible pricing plans and what you earn.
Early bird pricing
£349
Includes:
Summer camp placement.
Stipend of $2250 or more.
Visa sponsorship and assistance.
Medical insurance.
Application support.
Food and accommodation at camp.
24-hour support in America.
Up to 30 days travel after camp.
Pre-camp preparation workshop.
SEVIS Fee.
Spread the cost at no extra charge.
Our payment plan keeps things simple. Pay a low deposit to get started, and pay nothing else until your camp placement is confirmed.
Deposit
£39
1st
£155
2nd
£155
Earn $2250 or more.
At camp, you'll earn pocket money. With Camp Leaders, all first-timers will earn the same minimum amount, regardless of age.
Camp Counselor
$2250
Activity Specialist
$2500
Special Needs Counselor
$2500
Additional costs.
There are some third party fees that are part of going to camp. These are paid directly to organisations like the US government and background check agencies as part of the J1 Visa requirements.
Criminal Background Check - £99
U.S. Visa Application (MRV) Fee - $185 USD (Paid to U.S. Embassy)
Flights to the U.S. - Price varies
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Additional costs are subject to change.

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. The season typically runs from early June through late August. After camp ends, you have up to 30 days to travel around America.

Will I be back for term?

Yes. Camp ends in August. Most students are back by early September, in plenty of time for freshers week or term start.

Can I go with my mates?

You can apply together and request the same camp during interviews; in fact, many students apply with their university friends.

We can’t guarantee placement at the same camp, but we’ll help you interview at the same camps if your skills match. Plus, once you sign up, you can use a referral code to get a discount on program fees for you and up to four friends.

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.

Will I meet other students from my area?

Yes. There'll likely be a WhatsApp group for your area before you fly, and you'll meet other students at camp.

Join other Bristol students who are heading to America this summer.

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