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More than Taytos and dreamy-eyed actors, Ireland also makes great camp counsellors.

The Irish counties that make the best summer camp counsellors

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Helmets, harnesses and candy-fuelled evening activities.

Day in the life of an outdoor adventure specialist at summer camp

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Sometimes things just click...like summer camp and photography enthusiasts. 

Why photography students should choose a US summer camp

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Be open-minded, embrace the chaos and look after that social battery

Summer camp advice for first time counsellors

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So, you innocently think that that's the cost of your no cream iced caramel soya latte frappe. Think again.

How much should you tip in the USA? Complete America tipping guide

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Victoria is here with all the info – from what to do with socials to what to wear 

What to expect at your J1 visa appointment 

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How to fill in the gaps after your summer working at camp

Transforming your camp skills into valuable work experience

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Have you got the skills to thrill... Camp Directors when they read your application?

Camp skills: activities you can teach at summer camp

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Here's a little help from camper Chloe on how to choose the right camp job for you.

Choosing your American summer camp role

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Camper Chloe's tips on making the most out of camp life and what it can throw at you. 

How to deal with the unexpected at summer camp

View of Manhattan New York from the Brooklyn Bridge 

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From classroom to conferences, here's scholarship awardee Anna on her experience studying abroad at The New School.

My BEST Scholarship year at The New School, NYC

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BUNAC BEST Scholarship awardee, Peter, talks about his experience studying at Harvard. 

My BEST Scholarship year at Harvard Kennedy School 

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Getting to sit on the cool tall chair with a megaphone- just one of the perks of being a lifeguard at summer camp.

A day in the life of a lifeguard at summer camp

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Lights, camera, read this blog to make sure your application gets all the action it deserves from Camp Directors. 

How to create a winning camp application video

Four female friends sitting on a bench around a camp fire, all smiling with their arms around each other.

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Want to know all about summer camp? Camp counsellor Megan tells her story. 


Everything I wish I knew before applying for summer camp in the USA

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A real life Camp Rock experience, here's why...

Meet Alex - a performing arts counselor at Camp Sloane

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Giving you a bunkload of transferrable skills, here’s why working as a Camp Counsellor is a total bootcamp for your CV

How working at summer camp USA can help your career

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Our Camp Crew on their childcare experience prior to working at summer camp and how it shaped them.

What childcare experience do I need to work at summer camp in America?

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The hardest job you’ll ever love. But is it for me? Our Camp Crew reveal all.

Real talk: The realities of working at summer camp in America

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The 'you' time of camp where how you spend the day is entirely your call.


What are days off like at summer camp? 

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Your handy guide to all things summer camp.

A-Z of summer camp examples: activities, memories and more

5 girls standing in front of a giant American flag for 4th of July celebrations at camp.

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Remember that time I dressed up as a giant teabag at camp?

The weird and wonderful days working at a summer camp 

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From crocs to extension cables, here's what you need to stuff in your travel bag for the summer of a lifetime.

The ultimate guide: an extensive travel pack list for summer camp

Paddle boarding on the lake at summer camp

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From friendship bracelet skills to ice cream parties. Here's what camp returner Zoë is hoping to achieve this summer...

20 things to add to your summer camp bucket list

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Want a cheat sheet on how to land that summer camp job in 2024? Happy camper Victoria is here to help...

5 tried and tested tips to help you get hired at summer camp

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Life lessons around the campfire. Roadtester Hannah shares her adventure at summer camp in Maine and beyond...

Is summer camp USA worth it?

Author Victoria hugs her camp best friend in the sports hall

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Campfires, canoe races, and countless lessons learned - here's the inside scoop on what to know before you go...

5 things I wish I knew before working at summer camp

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Those post-summer camp blues are REAL (and suck) but four-time camper Victoria is here to help you through them. 

How to deal with post-camp blues

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It’s a camp off! Our BUNAC staff are raising the flag for the summer camps they’ve worked at. 

Which summer camps in America are the best?

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We're the team who've been. Team talk and travel tips from BUNAC Sales Expert and camp returner, Amy.

My advice to summer camp USA first-timers 

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Rewarding work, epic locations and unlimited s’mores. There’s a reason why summer is our favourite season.  

Where and what you can do at summer camp in America

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I've had a great experience with the BUNAC staff so far. Offering support with a number of questions and queries with no issues and fast responses. Special thanks to Evie for answering my many questions!

Amy has always been very helpful, answering questions, giving advice and responding quickly. I couldn’t have gone through my process without her!

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BUNAC provided me with guidance and the opportunity to explore new horizons for my career growth and learning.

BUNAC has truly been the best choice for working at summer camps in the USA. Amy made everything incredibly easy and I felt supported every step of the way.

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For my first time dealing with an agency, BUNAC (especially Cara) have been amazing. The process has been stress free and incredibly helpful.

Cara has gone above and beyond to help me with my application. She made the whole process smooth and far less daunting.

BUNAC provided thorough, engaging and reliable guidance for my summer camp season in the US. Lightning fast response times and fantastic support.

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October

The Irish counties that make the best summer camp counsellors

August

Day in the life of an outdoor adventure specialist at summer camp

July

Why photography students should choose a US summer camp

June

Summer camp advice for first time counsellors

May

How much should you tip in the USA? Complete America tipping guide

January

What to expect at your J1 visa appointment

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