Summer Camp Activities and Roles
If you’ve ever dreamed of spending your summer doing what you love, now’s your chance. Working at a USA Summer Camp is more than just a summer job – it’s a life-changing adventure where you’ll make new friends, develop valuable life skills, and create unforgettable memories.
With hundreds of activity roles available across the States, there’s truly something for everyone. Whether you’re into sports, the arts, adventure, or water-based fun, summer camps are always on the lookout for passionate and energetic people to share their skills with campers.
What Kind of Activities Can You Lead?
Camps are designed to give children the most exciting and diverse summer imaginable. That’s why they hire international staff to lead a huge range of activities. If you have a passion – whether it’s creative, athletic, adventurous, or somewhere in between – you can teach it at camp.
We’ve grouped our most popular summer camp activity jobs into the following categories:
Each category page highlights a selection of specific jobs, like Lifeguard, Tennis Coach, Climbing Instructor, Drama Instructor, and Photography Specialist – but remember, this is just the beginning. If you’ve got a different skill, we want to hear about it!
What Are Camps Looking For?
Every camp is different, but they all share a common goal: to give campers the summer of a lifetime. That means they need enthusiastic staff with a passion for working with children and sharing what they love.
You don’t have to be a fully qualified teacher or coach. Camps hire people with experience, enthusiasm, and the right attitude. If you’ve played a sport for years, love photography, or just have a real passion for dance – your energy and commitment are more important than formal training.
Camps are looking for:
- Passionate and reliable individuals
- A positive attitude and team spirit
- The ability to lead, teach, or support an activity
- A desire to make a difference in young people’s lives
Whether you’re leading a ropes course, rehearsing for a theatre show, or helping a camper improve their backhand – you’ll be playing a key role in someone’s summer and growing your own skills at the same time.
Prefer a General Camp Counsellor Role?
Not everyone has one particular skill they want to teach – and that’s okay! Many camps also hire General Counsellors based on personality, positivity, and energy alone.
In this vital role, you’ll live with a bunk of campers, guide, support, and have fun with the campers while creating incredible memories along the way.
Why Choose an Activity Role?
Choosing to specialise in a camp activity means you’ll:
- Spend every day doing something you love
- Gain teaching, coaching, and leadership experience
- Build confidence and communication skills
- Make a real impact on campers’ lives
- Enjoy the structure and support of your own dedicated activity area
Plus, being an Activity Specialist often opens up extra perks like access to premium equipment, leadership opportunities, and even a higher camp salary!
FAQs – Activity Roles at Summer Camp
Absolutely! With hundreds of camps across America, there’s always demand for new and unique talents. We’ve placed everything from drone flyers to circus performers. If you’ve got a passion, we’ll help you find a camp to match.
Experience is a bonus but not a requirement. As long as you’re passionate, responsible, and willing to learn, you’ll receive all the training and support needed to succeed.
Most Activity Specialists focus on one core area to ensure quality and safety. However, camps love versatile staff, and you may be invited to help in other areas or evening activities too.
Not quite – it’s more about sharing your passion than delivering a classroom-style lesson. You’ll run fun, hands-on sessions that get campers excited and involved in your activity.
Activity Specialists focus on leading specific activity sessions during the day. General Camp Counsellors stay with a cabin of campers 24/7 and guide them through their camp experience and take them from one activity to another.
Ready to Make a Difference?
No matter your background or passion, there’s a summer camp role waiting for you.
Whether you’re diving into the lake, performing under the spotlight, or leading
a ropes course, you’ll be inspiring young people, gaining new experiences,
and having the summer of a lifetime.
Apply today and get ready for an unforgettable summer adventure.
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