Explore America.
Go with the Leaders.

9 weeks at summer camp. 30 days to travel America. Meet people from around the world. Earn $2000 USD or more.
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Why go with Camp Leaders?

Experience the ultimate US summer and earn at least $2,000 USD after tax.
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9 weeks at summer camp, with your food and accommodation included 🌮
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You’ll get to explore America for 30 days after camp.
We’re open to students and non-students 👋
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The ultimate American summer camp job.

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.

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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Experience the summer of a lifetime in America.

Award winning tech makes getting to camp simple.

Our mobile-friendly platform guides you through each step of the camp application with ease.

Go with the summer camp experts.

All of our expert team members have been to summer camp and are passionate about all things travel.

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.
Grace
Oct 2024
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.
Amy
Sep 2024
Loved the people I made friends with and experience I had!
Lily
Sep 2024
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.
Lana
Sep 2024
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.
Jace
Oct 2024
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
Hayley
Sep 2024
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
Mollie
Oct 2024
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!
Breeanna
Aug 2024
The help was there when I needed it, the videos and sevis recept stuff was verry useful when getting my visa!
Emma
Oct 2024
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.
Grace
Oct 2024
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.
Amy
Sep 2024
Loved the people I made friends with and experience I had!
Lily
Sep 2024
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.
Lana
Sep 2024
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.
Jace
Oct 2024
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
Hayley
Sep 2024
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
Grace
Oct 2024
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.
Amy
Sep 2024
Loved the people I made friends with and experience I had!
Lily
Sep 2024
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.

Don't miss out for summer 2025.

Spread the cost of over 4 payments
Meals and accommodation
included
You’ll earn at least $2000 after tax

The ultimate American summer.

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FAQs

How long is summer camp?

Summer camp runs over 9 fun-filled weeks, with some offering extended contracts should those camps offer 'post-camp'. You've also then get 30 days to travel after camp as part of your J1 visa, but it's up to you how long you wish to travel for.

Are accommodation and food included?

Yes, your accommodation and meals are included! Your accommodation is provided on camp grounds, where you'll share with other camp staff, whereas your breakfast, lunch and dinners are included (although your trips to Walmart for candy, ice cream and slushies are on you!)

Do I have to be a student to go to summer camp?

No! Summer camp is for everyone, and both students and non-students go in their thousands every year. Plus, there's no age limit, so as long as you're over 18 years old and have a clean criminal record, we think you'd be great for camp.

Will I earn some spending money during my time at camp?

Absolutely! All of our applicants will earn at least $2000 after tax, meaning that'll be the minimum you'll get in your pocket after any state or federal taxes. Plus, certain roles earn even more, meaning you'll be well set up from your time in America.

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 after your camp contract ends, you're allowed to use those few weeks after to go wherever you wish, although you don't have to use those days if you need to go home.

Take the first step towards your dream summer in America.