Why Summer Camp USA

Here’s our pitch

Have your own summer, not someone else’s. Earn a higher camp salary and have more say over your camp placement when applying through BUNAC.

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$2000

$2000 Salary

Irrespective of age, skills or camp location, with BUNAC you’ll receive a camp salary of USD $2000 – at least $250 more than other summer camp USA operators. As well as being the fair and transparent thing to do, we’re able to do this because we partner with the largest and longest running non-profit Work Abroad sponser.

Camp

Camp Matching

At BUNAC, we put you in control of your camp story. Historically, Camp Directors would choose applicants from a shared pool – giving you little or no choice over your summer camp placement. Unique to BUNAC, our Camp Connect matching platform allows you to view different camps and pitch for the camp positions that interest you.

Easy Applications

Easy Applications Application

New for 2022, our summer camp USA applications and job fairs are now virtual. Quicker, safer and more personalised: you’ll get to instantly connect with our Camp Coaches and Camp Directors via face-to-face calls and Online events. All without the cost and hassle of travelling across the country to attend interviews and camp orientations.

Expert Advice

Expert Advice Advice

80% of our team have been to camp... some up to ten times. As well as being the Peter Pan of the work abroad world, BUNAC have a reputation for placing the strongest applicants. That’s because we take the time to learn about you and your interests – recommending the right roles and giving you first-hand advice on interviews and visas.

Costs & Inclusions
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Be part of something bigger

Why is summer camp important? The summer camp programme was originally created to help prevent conflict by bringing young people together to live and work side-by-side. Today, these values of inclusion, diversity and education through travel are at the heart of our BUNAC Summer Camp USA programme.

How It Works

Summer Camp USA is a magical, unexplainable experience that you have to do yourself to really understand it. You will grow as a person, learn how to be a leader, how to solve problems and make the best friends you’ve ever had.

Roo
Author of Summer Camp Secrets and 8x Camp Sloane BUNAC devotee
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Why do Summer Camp in America?

A summer camp isn’t just a season, it’s a stepping stone to so much more.

Further Employment

Further Employment

Make it work.

Summer camp USA not only gives you valuable life experience, but it also gives you the leadership skills that employers are looking for – overcoming challenges, working under pressure and having the confidence to live abroad.

Further Education

Further Education

Make the grade.

U, S, A+. If you’re looking to pursue a career working with children or young adults, then summer camp will help to give you the hands-on experience and contact hours you need to continue your further education or training.

Further Adventures

Further Adventures

Make it last

Your J-1 visa allows you to travel around the USA for 30 days after camp. Use your camp salary to fund your trip around America’s iconic cities, coastlines and national parks. Or as a jumping off point for a wider gap year.

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Love it Make it work

There are few places where you can do what you love, experience a true slice of America and make a difference to the lives of young people. You’ll watch your campers grow in self-esteem and confidence before your eyes – all while growing yourself.

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Travel with confidence

100%

Your trip will be covered under our Booking Guarantee.

24/7

24/7 help and support from our partners on the ground in the USA.

Easy

Secure your placement with a low deposit and pay in instalments.

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