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Summer camp is as big a tradition in America as fish & chips are in Britain! Over 6 million American children go to camp every summer and there are more than 3000 camps in the USA. This tradition is slowing spreading and can be found in different formats in many countries across the world. Summer camps are often found in remote areas of outstanding natural beauty, anywhere between 30 and 90mins from the nearest large city but they can also be found in more populated inner city areas too.
Summer camp gives kids aged 5-16years an opportunity to go away for anything between 1 and 9 weeks of their summer vacation. Kids are parent free and ready for anything! They embrace the chance to try new activities, broaden their cultural horizons and increase their self esteem by being in an environment that fosters inclusion.
What jobs are available?
Camps employ staff from all over the world to give children different viewpoints and cultural perspectives so everything from the New Zealand Hakka, Aussie rules football and learning Polish can all be experienced...the rule is anything goes! Summer camps hire staff to work in each of the three broad areas below and will look at an individual’s skills, experiences and personality to ensure a great job match.
- General counsellor - responsible for looking after a group of kids and participating in all activities with them ensuring their participation and safety.
- Activity leader - leading activity sessions for all ages and abilities. Activities offered and skill-level required differ between camps so staff are placed at a camp based on their previous experience and skill level in their chosen activities.
- Support staff – working in any of the 'behind the scenes' areas including: office; kitchen; maintenance; security; driver; or housekeeping.
Being a staff member at a summer camp does mean hard work and long hours but the rewards are immeasurable! Participating in this type of multi cultural exchange program allows you to meet people from all over the world, develop personal skills that will impress future employers, make a difference to many children's lives and have an affordable way to travel. Apply now by completing a
For more information:
Click here to find out more about the types of summer camp you could work on.Click here to find out more about the International Camp Counselor Program (ICCP) from our visa sponsor - the YMCA!!
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