Explore America.
Go with the Leaders.

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

Experience the ultimate J1 summer and earn at least $2,000 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 J1 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.
Erin
Sep 24
Camp Leaders was always there to answer any questions and made the process so much easier.
Jenna
Sep 24
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 didn't feel nervous at all, Provided great things before hand so that you could get to know people before hand.
Laura
Sep 24
It was very easy and efficient.
Kaela
Sep 24
Helped a lot was a very easy process would recommend to friends.
Siobh√°n
Sep 24
I will be telling any of my friends who plan on doing a j1 at a camp to go with Camp Leaders they were always so helpful.
Alanna
Aug 24
Efficient and easy to follow through the process.
Aisling
Aug 24
Camp Leaders was very helpful and provided me with a great amount of opportunities.
Robyn
Aug 24
Camp Leaders program has been so helpful and encouraging throughout my summer abroad and i would definitely recommend to everyone.
Paul
Aug 24
Every step was very straightforward and I had no difficulties during the process
Erin
Sep 24
Camp Leaders was always there to answer any questions and made the process so much easier.
Jenna
Sep 24
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 didn't feel nervous at all, Provided great things before hand so that you could get to know people before hand.
Laura
Sep 24
It was very easy and efficient.
Kaela
Sep 24
Helped a lot was a very easy process would recommend to friends.
Siobh√°n
Sep 24
I will be telling any of my friends who plan on doing a j1 at a camp to go with Camp Leaders they were always so helpful.
Alanna
Aug 24
Efficient and easy to follow through the process.
Erin
Sep 24
Camp Leaders was always there to answer any questions and made the process so much easier.
Jenna
Sep 24
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 didn't feel nervous at all, Provided great things before hand so that you could get to know people before hand.
Laura
Sep 24
It was very easy and efficient.

Don't miss out on the best J1 summer.

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.