Have Specialized Skills?

Earn More with Premium Camp Skills

Earn and experience more with AmeriCamp Premium for camp counsellors with specialized skills and certifications.

The Premium Camp Advantage

What You Get

Earn $2,350 USD or More!

Have special skills? Earn at least $2,350 USD as a Premium Camp counsellor.

Benefit Comparison

Premium Benefits
Standard Benefits
Guaranteed minimum salary
$2,350 USD
$2,250 USD
Priority Access to our in-person Camp Fairs
Exclusive Premium online hiring events
Camp interview within one week of going live
Top-tier coaching equipment and facilities

But Thats Not All

In addition to higher pay, you'll receive all the incredible benefits of our program.

Accommodation

FREE accommodation is included for the duration of your camp.

Meals Included

Don't go hungry with meals included throughout your time at camp!

Medical Insurance

Comprehensive medical insurance, plus post-Camp travel coverage for 30 days.

Incredible Camps

Get placed at one of the best camps in the USA. A great addition to your CV.

J-1 Visa Sponsorship

Sponsorship of your J-1 Visa. AmeriCamp is an official BridgeUSA J-1 Visa sponsor.

30 Days for Travel

Up to 30 days of travel included on your visa after completing your camp placement.

Exclusive Camp Fairs

Receive guidance throughout your application and placement process. Meet multiple Camp Directors at exclusive hiring fairs.

Top-Rated Support

Rated best summer camp in America for our quality customer support. 24-hour emergency helpline in the USA.

Activity Types & Qualifications

Premium Roles, Premium Wages

Our Premium Camp roles allow you to step into a more advanced role. Below, you will find the most requested positions from camps, along with the level of qualification and experience required to be eligible for the Premium Camp Program. We continue to grow this program and will add new Premium positions throughout the year.

Water Sports

Paddlesports

Qualifications

Paddle Australia Flatwater Instructor/Introductory Guide/Instructor/Paddle Australia Level 1 Instructor

Experience

3-5 years experience at a club or university level.

Powerboat Driving

Qualifications

Recreational Boat Licence with Tow-Endorsement or PWC Licence, Australian Sailing Powerboat Handling Certificate or Certificate of Competency – Coxswain Grade 2

Experience

3+ years experience boat driving.

Age Requirement

Some camps require 21+ year olds.

Sailing

Qualifications

Australian Sailing Dinghy Instructor or Australian Sailing Keelboat Instructor, depending on vessel type and experience level.

Experience

3+ years coaching sailing and/or 5+ years sailing at club or university level.

Waterskiing & Wakeboarding

Qualifications

Waterski & Wakeboard Australia (WWA) Level 1 or Level 2 Coaching Accreditation.

Experience

3+ years coaching waterski/wakeboarding and/or 5+ years experience in activity at club or university level.

Sports

Golf

Qualifications

1+ years coaching and/or 3+ years experience in activity at club or university level.

Experience

Demonstrated understanding of golf rules, techniques, and strategies, including proper swing mechanics, putting techniques, and course management skills.

Gymnastics

Qualifications

Gymnastics Australia Intermediate Coach Accreditation.

Experience

3 years working at the coaching level and / or 5 years experience in gymnastics with apparatus at the university or club level.

Tennis

Qualifications

Tennis Australia Junior Development Coach (Level 1) or Community Coaching Course, depending on role and experience level.

Experience

3+ years coaching and/or 5+ years playing tennis at club or university level.

Age Requirement

19+ years old.

Equestrian

Qualifications

Equestrian Australia NCAS Level 1 Coach or Horse Safety Australia Instructor Accreditation.

Experience

3-5 years at a club or university level with teaching experience.

Outdoor Adventure

Qualifications

Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Skills and Activities for Sport and Active Leisure/Outdoor, Sports Adventure Certification, Climbing Instructor Certification, Archery Instructor Certification.

Experience

3-5 years at a club or university level or 2+ years working as an outdoor instructor.

Creative & Arts

Fine Art

Qualifications

Hold a Degree or studying Fine Art, Pottery or Ceramics with the ability to teach techniques.

Experience

3+ years.

Media

Qualifications

Hold a Degree or studying photography, videography, digital media, film & cameras or have 2+ years of industry work.

Experience

3-5 years experience or 2+ years of industry work.

Age Requirement

19+ years old.

Circus

Qualifications

The skills to teach include Silks, Hammocks, Lyra, Spanish Web, and Rolla Bolla, as well as Static, Single, Double, and Triple Trapeze. Certificate IV in Circus Arts (NICA) is highly desirable.

Experience

3+ years in activity | 2+ years teaching, degree or certification.

And More!

Other Premium Skills

Qualifications

Do you have a coaching qualification in a sport not listed or a degree in something that you could teach at camp?

We'd love to hear from you!

Email AmeriCamp's Premium Camp Manager at Jen@americamp.co.uk

You'll Get to Spend Around 9-12 weeks Working in the USA!

Most placements are from June to mid-August. If you’re free from May to late August, then even better!

The more flexible you are with your dates, the more camps there are to view your application. The latest start date that we can accept is June 18th, so please be mindful of this when signing up!

Camp Locations

100's of Camps Across the USA

We work with hundreds of camps all across the USA so you could be staying anywhere. We'll work with you during the application process to find your perfect camp location.

Still Have Questions?

Check out our FAQ page or Contact Us.
Our team is here to help!

Customer Testimonials

Hear it From AmeriCampers Themselves

I would recommend them to any first timers!
AmeriCamp is amazing, their team are so personal and super friendly! They helped the process become smooth and easy. They have really got me excited about my summer camp experience, and I would recommend them to any first-timers!
AmeriCamp camp counsellors
Liam
Camp Counsellor
Partcipant's bring diversity, culture, and understanding!
Camp HI4Y loves working with AmeriCamp - their participants bring so much value to our camp, from new culture and amazing stories to understanding and open-mindedness.
Chelsea
Director of Camp Services
One of the most rewarding jobs in the world!
I worked as a general counsellor at an amazing Special Needs Camp in Iowa. It was an opportunity to help other people while having the best summer and experience a different country!
AmeriCamp camp counsellors
Sophie
Special Needs Camp Counsellor
AmeriCamp always provides us with high quality staff
Camps Airy & Louise love working with AmeriCamp for 3 simple reasons - they are organized, they are prompt and clear with all communication, and most importantly they provide us with quality staff.
Jaci & Zac
Assistant Camp Directors
I can't recommend the AmeriCamp Experience enough!
I had dreams of going traveling, getting a bit of work experience, and being somewhere hot...it seemed a great way to do all of those things at the same time!
AmeriCamp camp counsellors
Laura
Camp Counsellor

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