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APPLYING TO SUMMER CAMP USA

Summer Camp USA is now closed for 2008. Please check back here later in the year to apply for the 2009 season!

Returner? Your application process is slightly different - click here for details!

Summer Camp USA applications are now available online. The online application allows you to start working on your application during your spare time and update it as many times as you like before you submit it.

After the interview and on checking your references, we assess your chances of placement. If we feel that we may not be able to find you a job, the program fee is refunded. Accepted applications then go to BUNAC in the USA for consideration for placement at a camp. You will also be required to provide a police background check and the camp will probably require you to have a medical.

BUNAC has been running a camp counselling program for over 35 years and enjoys a high reputation with US camp directors. BUNAC’s experienced, professional placement staff have extensive knowledge of camps and their needs. Once you have been accepted by BUNAC, they will immediately begin trying to place you.

REMEMBER: This in many ways is a job application, and will go a long way in shaping your time at camp. Whilst it's important to convey your personality we encourage all applicants to treat the application accordingly.

Eligibility - is Summer Camp USA right for you?

Working on a camp can be tremendous fun and very rewarding. We will do our best to find the right placement for you and encourage you to apply. To ensure your eligibility to IEP's program be sure to thoroughly read the following and check that you satisfy all requirements. If you have any concerns feel free to contact IEP:

Do you positively like children? Have you enjoyed being with children in a leadership role?
Are you energetic, tolerant, adaptable, willing to work hard, conscientious, cheerful, physically able to do the job, able to live within camp rules such as curfews, or limitations on alcohol consumption and smoking?
Can you leave for the USA in May to early June and no later than mid-June? The earlier you can leave, the better. Are you ready to make a commitment to a camp for 8-10 weeks?
Will you be at least 18 by 1st May? Full consideration will be given to 18 year olds who have completed one year of study at an accredited university or college and/or have a specialist skill to offer, plus have experience with children
Can you speak English fluently?
Will you feel at home in an open-air, active, outdoors environment?
Are you able to teach, or assist in, at least one of the camp activities listed?
Do you have a full, valid passport? If not, please apply for one now
You must be eligible for a US visa. If you know of any reason why a visa may not be granted, you should not apply. If unsure contact IEP on 1800 SUMMER CAMP.
It is important that you remain contactable during the entire application process so that we can easily get in touch with you for visa questions, contracts or flight bookings. Summer Camp USA requires that you attend a pre-departure orientation and that your application for the J-1 visa is processed in your country of origin.