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2027 Camp America Camp Counselor Jobs in the USA
If you’re all about the outdoors, teamwork and adventure, Camp America is your chance to make summer epic! Spend nine weeks living and working on a U.S. summer camp; coaching sports, leading outdoor activities, or helping campers try something new every day. You’ll swap screens for sunshine, routine for real experiences, and walk away with new skills, confidence, and friends from all over the world.
About Camp America
Established in 1969, Camp America is the original summer camp experience. Every year, we send thousands of people to work on camps across the USA; from lakeside camps in the mountains to classic all-American sports camps. We handle the hard stuff (flights, visa, medical coverage) so you can focus on what really matters: having the summer of your life!
Travel
Your camp adventure doesn’t stop when the summer ends. Once camp finishes, your visa gives you up to 30 days to travel the States. Explore iconic cities like New York, LA, and Chicago, road trip with your camp crew, or head to national parks like Yosemite & Yellowstone for a little more wilderness time.
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Employability
A summer at camp gives you way more than just memories, it builds serious skills. Employers love the teamwork, leadership, adaptability, and problem-solving you gain while living and working abroad. Whether you’re coaching a team, running a ropes course, or helping campers push past their comfort zones, you’ll grow right alongside them.
Safety
Our camps are safe, supportive communities surrounded by nature - think mountains, lakes, and endless open skies. You’ll live and work in a close-knit environment where wellbeing is a top priority for both staff and campers.
Camp Counselor Roles
There’s a Role For Every Skill And Interest
- General Counselor: lead and participate in various camp activities
- Sports Specialist: coach and guide sports activities
- Outdoor Adventure Specialist: lead outdoor pursuits and adventure activities, such as archery, climbing, biking & hiking
- Water Sports Specialist: teach and supervise activities like swimming and boating
- Lifeguard: ensure safety and provide supervision at the camp's aquatic areas
- Arts, Crafts & Drama Specialists: facilitate arts and crafts, music, drama, and other creative activities
- Media Specialist: teach photography, video production, and other media skills
- Horse Riding Specialist: instruct and manage horseback riding activities
- Fitness Specialist: conduct fitness classes and wellness activities
- Science & Technology Specialist: educate campers on STEM topics
- Special Needs Counselor: provide support to campers with special needs
- Christian & Jewish Specialists: lead religious and cultural activities
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What’s Included
Your Camp America package covers everything you need for a stress-free summer:
- J1 visa sponsorship
- Medical coverage
- Return flights to and from the USA
- 9 weeks of food and accommodation at camp
Why Camp America
As the biggest and most trusted summer camp agency - and an official J1 visa sponsor - Camp America has been creating life-changing summers for over 55 years. Whether you’re into sports, adventure, or just love working with people, this is your chance to spend summer somewhere extraordinary!
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