Apply Online
Apply Online
Applying for the Camp America program is designed to be as easy as possible. The entire application process is broken up into step-by-step bitesize pieces, letting you work through it at your own pace in your own time. It starts with just some basic details and confirming your availability for the summer. If you get stuck along the way, we’re easy to get hold of and quick to reply!
Interview
1
Choose a slot
Choose a date, time and who you want to be interviewed by.
2
Tell us more
Enhance your application with preferences, skills & key info.
3
Attend interview
Interviews aren’t scary! Just be your lovely self.
Pay Your Deposit
Pay Your Deposit
At the same time you book your interview slot, you’ll also pay your deposit. You don’t need to pay everything in one go, and this is just the first payment to help get your application underway. For more information on our costs and to learn more about what you pay and when, follow the link below.
Placement
Placement
Now the excitement really begins. Once you’ve been approved by your interviewer, your application is live for camps to snap you up for the summer. Enhance your application further with photos, videos and any certification, and prepare to get some admin done and pay a few more cost instalments. We’ll send you instructions about police checks, medical forms and your important J-1 visa.
Requirements
Ready to go? Make sure you tick all the boxes.
Check out our requirements
Check out our requirements
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Keep Camp Easy
Since 1969 we’ve sent thousands of participants to hundreds of camps across the USA. Our application process has been tried and tested and improved by your experiences.
The first time I attended camp I was a General Camp Counsellor and this year I was the Arts & Crafts Specialist! Going to camp was a bit of a culture shock, but it unlocked a new passion to teach and work with kids!
I have been doing camp since 2017! My biggest challenge has been learning American Culture, which is very different to South Africa, but it's the most fun I've ever had in my life!
Working at camp taught me patience, teamwork and self-control. Being at Camp is so exciting and rewarding, there's aways someone to help! My favourite camp tradition was 4th July celebrations!
Spending four summers working at an under-served summer camp has made me grateful in many ways and taught me the importance of creating opportunities for all children.
Camp America has given me countless opportunities that otherwise would've never been imaginable. The lessons I've learnt, the skills I've acquired and the memories I've made will last a lifetime.
You join this bubble of people who are extremely caring and supportive, they help you grow as a person and unlock new confidence. I would recommend Camp America to anyone!
Why Camp America?
As the original summer camp experience since 1969, when it comes to a summer abroad we know what we’re talking about. From a straightforward application process and flexible flight options through to your J-1 visa sponsorship and 24/7 support, you know we'll be on hand to help you at every step. Expect to come home with brand new skills and experiences, an international group of friends and summer camp stories you'll be telling for years to come...
Want to know more?
If you’re looking for a summer with a difference, Camp America can let you experience work and travel in the USA across 9-12 weeks. Do something different this summer.
Excited for an American adventure? Leave us your details using the form below and we’ll send you some more information about our program, including how to get started on your J-1 visa application and make the most of your summer in the USA.
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