About CIEE:

Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE) is a global brand that helps young people work, study, and travel around the world. CIEE UK is a leading visa sponsor for American summer camp jobs. Unlike other providers, we help you find a job and secure your visa - keeping the process easy and costs low. Find your dream USA summer camp job today with CIEE!

About the job:

Summer camps in the USA are looking for fun, energetic, active, and caring camp counsellors and activity leaders to help them run the day to day operation. The camp you choose and the job you do will vary depending on your hobbies, interests, and experience. There are many types of camps to choose from. Some focus on sports and outdoor activities, others on arts and creativity. Certain camps are designed to support young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), while some are single-sex or have a religious focus. We will help you find the right camp and the right job to match your preferences.

Camps are especially interested in people who have:

Experience working with young people
A passion for sport, adventure, or outdoor activities
Coaching or leadership experience in a specific activity (e.g. football, sailing, dance, climbing, hiking, art, etc.)
A genuine desire to support and inspire young people

For a total fee of only £189, CIEE will help you find the perfect camp job, sponsor your J1 work visa, and provide full medical insurance for your trip.

All camp jobs are paid, with food and accommodation included!

Essential Criteria:

At least 18 years old by June 1, 2026
A UK resident
Available to work from mid-June to mid-August
No criminal record

Desired Criteria:

A love of adventure, travel, and the outdoors
A team player who enjoys working with young people
Experience caring for, or mentoring, young people (including siblings or family members)

What’s included:

Pay of at least $2,200 (with potential for more, depending on your role)
Free food and accommodation while at camp
Comprehensive medical insurance provided by CIEE
Full support in finding your ideal role and arranging your J-1 work visa
The ability to travel in the USA for up to 4 weeks after your camp job ends
24/7 support from CIEE staff while you’re in the U.S

What’s not included:

Travel costs
U.S. embassy appointment fee

Next steps?

Visit our website, click apply, and enter your contact details
The CIEE team will message you via email or WhatsApp for a chat and to answer any questions
If you want to proceed, pay your £49 deposit and start applying for camp jobs
Start you visa application
Pay the remaining £140
Travel to the USA and have the best summer of your life!

For more info, visit ciee.co.uk or email us at contact@ciee.co.uk

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