As a Summer Camp Counselor, you’ll have one of the most important jobs at camp. You’ll be in charge of making sure the campers have the BEST summer! Working as a role model to the kids, as a camp counselor you’ll be leading a group of campers around their scheduled activities. All you need is a “give it a go” attitude and the ability to offer encouragement and support to the children.
General Counselor Jobs are the most common at camp. They don’t require any qualifications, you just get to enjoy all the activities at camp. You’ll be helping a group of campers learn new skills and overcome challenges. That means you may even learn a thing or two yourself! Camp counselors are able to get involved with lots of different camp activities while leading their campers. This could include sports such as hockey or soccer and arts and crafts like ceramics and fine art. Being a camp counselor is all about having a fun and rewarding summer experience.
Working as a Camp Counselor is none-stop fun! You and your campers will create amazing memories together throughout the summer. Not only will you have the chance to experience the very best camp has to offer but you’ll also experience amazing day trips. From theme parks to days at the beach, no day at the camp is ever the same!
A typical day at camp would involve getting up bright and early in the morning with your campers for breakfast and flag raising. You would then head to your first activity of the day and then lunch at mid-day. Afterwards, your next activity sessions will begin as well as a mid-afternoon snack! Evenings are for dinner time and scheduled evening activities. This could be your traditional campfire or a weekly showcase of films, theatre and camp awards.
Remember, summer camp isn’t all work! You’ll be spending plenty of time around the campfire and enjoying traditional camp food. You can expect days off in the week where you will be able to explore the local area or even do a day trip a little further out of town.
Be part of the summer camp team and make a difference this summer. Working as a camp counselor is so fulfilling that our participants return to camp year after year. It’s not just another job. Apply today for a camp counselor job.
This is a role catered for people who don’t necessarily have qualifications or certificates. As a camp counselor using your communications skills is key as you will be interacting with both adults and children. Most of the time, you’ll be assisting specialist activity leaders who deliver fun sessions to the campers and getting to play all day.
If you’re qualified in a particular area or have relevant experience, check out our Specialist/Advanced Skills role.
All you need is to be 18 by the 1st of June, available for 9 weeks over the summer and a clean criminal record!
In order for you to work at a summer camp in America, you’ll need a J-1 visa. We’ve partnered with a J-1 Visa sponsor designated by the US Department of State to provide applicants with the required paperwork. Find out more information on obtaining your J-1 visa here.
Once you finish work at the camp, you get to stay in the USA for an extra 30 days, which you can use for travelling, shopping or events.
