Summer Camp in America
Cost & Inclusions
Get more from your summer. Risk free deposits, low placement fees and the highest camp salaries. Earn at least USD $200 more working at camp than other summer camp USA operators.
Summer Camp in America Inclusions
- Pre-arranged job placement at a summer camp in America.
- A minimum final summer camp salary of USD $2,250.
- All food and accommodation whilst at summer camp.
- J1 Camp counsellor visa.
- Access to BUNAC’s summer camp hiring events
- Pre-departure orientation to prepare you for camp life.
- One-on-one support securing your visas and interviews.
- 24/7 help on the ground from our partners in the USA.
- Medical insurance during your camp placement.
- Your SEVIS US Government fee.
- Best friends, mad skills and awesome times.
Summer Camp in America Salary
BUNAC has one of the lowest camp program fees and highest first-timer camp salaries. Irrespective of age, skills or camp location, with BUNAC you’ll receive a minimum camp salary of USD $2,200 for this summer. For us, summer camp in America is all about community, inclusion and accessibility. As soon as you put on that ‘Staff’ tee, everybody is equal.
First-timer salaries
USD $2,250 is for your whole camp contract - typically 7-9 weeks. Depending on the camp, it can be paid weekly, monthly or at the end of the summer. Accommodation and all meals are included while you’re at camp.
Returner salaries
If you're a camp returner and are going back to the same camp, you’ll negotiate your salary directly with your camp. If you have been to camp before but are heading to a different camp, you’ll apply as a first-timer.
How much does Summer Camp in America cost?
The cost of summer camp USA depends on whether it’s your first time at camp or you’re a returner. This is because our returning Camp Counsellors have already been through some of the sponsorship and placement checks and criteria.
You never forget your first time
Deposit:
£49
After successful Interview:
£200
After successful summer camp placement:
£150
Total:
£399
*All amounts are in local currency and are subject to change.
We know what you did last summer
BUNAC Returner costs
Deposit:
£49
After successful Interview:
£200
After successful summer camp placement:
£100
Total:
£349
Spending money:
As an experienced Camp Counsellor, you’ll negotiate your salary directly with your camp.
Note:
If you’ve had more than one Returner Camp Counsellor J-1 visa, then your camp will be charged an additional fee USD $200 fee which they may pass onto you.
If you didn't book with BUNAC in 2024, you'll pay an additional £100 (or currency equivalent) on the above price. Get in touch to book.
Extra Costs
Varies depending on nationality – from £18 for the UK.
USD $185.
USD $800. You don’t need to pay this, just be able to prove that you have access to it.
Varies. Medical cover is included while at camp, but all travellers should ensure they have comprehensive travel insurance.
Get hired as early as October!
Campfire Stories
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My Unforgettable Summer Working in New York
6 Things I Learnt From Summer Camp USA With BUNAC
Meet Jayshree - as she delves into the important life skills she learnt from camp.
Spoiler moments for experiencing an all-American summer at camp
By Cicely Norman
Here’s Cecily, class of ’23 summer camper, on embracing everything camp and the States has to offer. Now, about that breakfast gravy??
My Unforgettable Summer Working in New York
6 Things I Learnt From Summer Camp USA With BUNAC
Meet Jayshree - as she delves into the important life skills she learnt from camp.
Spoiler moments for experiencing an all-American summer at camp
By Cicely Norman
Here’s Cecily, class of ’23 summer camper, on embracing everything camp and the States has to offer. Now, about that breakfast gravy??
