3 Months
J1 Summer Camp Program
The Camp Counselor program allows students, youth workers, teachers, nurse and other eligible candidates experienced in working with children professionally, the opportunity to work in the US as a cam…
Program overview
Program overview
The Camp Counselor program allows students, youth workers, teachers, nurse and other eligible candidates experienced in working with children professionally, the opportunity to work in the US as a camp counselor for up to 3 months during the US summer camp season. Camp counselors work alongside US staff members, provide additional skill sets to teach campers, and offer the benefits of a cultural exchange experience.
Is this for you?
What you'll need.
To participate you must be:
- Between 18 and 26 years of age
- Childcare experience: Must have graduated High School at a school or Day Care OR have a Certificate in Early Childhood, Nursing, social Work or Teaching AND OR
- 2. Be a University Student.
- Must also be able to provide a Job letter/Letter of recommendation on a letter head as it relates to what you are qualified in.
- Have a conversational level of English
- Independent and mature traveler
- Flexible attitude and willingness to learn
- Committed to fulfilling job duties for the duration of the program
- You don't have to be in university or college to be a camp counselor.
Checklist:
(Camp Counselor) non-university
- Passport
- Passport size picture
- Police Record
- Medical Report
- 3 Reference
- Childcare experience letter
(Camp staff) University students
- Passport
- School ID
- Status letter
- Unofficial transcripts
- Passport size picture
- Police Record
- Medical Report
- 3 Reference
- Childcare experience letter
Your path
What happens next.
Guiding and teaching children during their summer camp break.
What's included
Program requirements.
- Guaranteed Placement Position secured before arriving so you know exactly where you are going and you begin earning right away.
- Medical Insurance Coverage Medical insurance coverage for the duration of your program
- Emergency Support 24/7 emergency support from our U.S. based support teams
- Orientation We work with you in advance to prepare you for your adventure and provide you with an orientation about what to expect.
- International Requirements Guidance Guidance on visa requirements and travel medical insurance
Ready for the next step?
Start with an assessment.
Send Polaris a quick enquiry and the team can confirm the current availability, requirements and documents for your pathway.
Eligibility, availability, fees and visa requirements can change. Polaris confirms current information during your assessment. Visa decisions are made solely by the relevant government authority.