Your American Summer Starts at Camp

Spend your New Zealand winter working at an American summer camp, earning at least $2,250 USD and becoming part of a community you'll find hard to leave.

Presented by International Working Holidays, AmeriCamp NZ helps young Kiwis secure summer camp jobs across the USA and make the most of their time abroad.
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The World, In Person.

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AmeriCamp summer camp counsellors gathered around large bonfires during an evening camp celebration.

Two AmeriCamp summer camp friends smiling together during an evening social gathering in the USA.

Two AmeriCamp counsellors kayaking on a lake at a USA summer camp.

Australian students socializing around a campfire at AmeriCamp AU summer camp in USA.

Two AmeriCamp summer camp friends smiling and hugging while holding a video camera at a camp social event.

Two AmeriCamp summer camp friends smiling together on a wooden cabin porch in the USA.

AmeriCamp summer camp counsellor pointing across an outdoor sports field in America.

Students socializing after canoe activity at AmeriCamp AU summer camp in USA for Australians.

Cam counselor teaching skateboarding activity at AmeriCamp AU summer camp in USA for Australians.

Australian students at AmeriCamp AU summer camp in USA

Winter Here?
Summer Stories, Over There

A Summer Job Worth Crossing an Ocean For.

For 9–12 weeks, you'll trade your usual routine for life at an American summer camp. You might spend your days coaching a sport you love, teaching kids a new skill or taking charge of a cabin full of campers. It's a job where you're trusted with responsibility, encouraged to get involved and given the chance to make a difference to someone else's summer.

Group event of Australian AmeriCamp participants at summer camp in USA

The People Make the Place.

There's something about living and working together that makes friendships happen faster. You'll meet people you might never have crossed paths with otherwise, become part of their everyday lives and collect a few stories that will need explaining back home. And when camp ends, you may find you've got friends to travel America with and a growing list of places to visit long after summer is over.

Zip line outdoor activities AmeriCamp AU summer camp in USA

More Than Something for Your CV.

Camp has a way of showing you what you're capable of before you've had the chance to figure it out for yourself. You'll be trusted with responsibilities that challenge you, make decisions that matter and learn to handle situations you've never faced before. Future employers will appreciate the experience, but the confidence you bring home will be worth more than anything you can put on a CV.

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The Camp Counsellor Program

Your American Summer, Taken Care Of.

What's included:

Earn $2,250 USD or More

Earn a minimum of $2,250 USD for your summer at camp, with the opportunity to earn more depending on your placement.

Accommodation Included

Your accommodation is provided for the duration of your time at camp.

Meals Included

Your meals are covered throughout your camp placement.

Medical Insurance

Medical insurance is included, along with 30 days of post-camp travel coverage.

Find Your Place at Camp

We'll help match your skills, interests and availability with summer camps across the USA.

Support Along the Way

Our team will help you navigate the application process, visa sponsorship and preparations for your summer in America.

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Don't Just Take Our Word for It.

We've heard some pretty good stories from people who've spent their summers at camp. A few of them even remembered to film it.

See what our AmeriCampers have been getting up to.

Applications for Summer 2027 Are Open

Next Summer, You Could Be There.

Your American summer starts with an application. Tell us a little about yourself, and we'll help you take it from there.

Start Your Application for Free

Create your profile and get started at no cost. There's a $50 fee when you're ready to book your interview.

Get to Know Us

Your interview is a chance for us to learn about you, talk through the programme and answer your questions.

Find Your Place at Camp

We'll help connect you with camps looking for people with your skills, interests and availability.

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Follow Along

There's Always More to the Story.

The stories, traditions and people that make camp what it is. We're sharing a little more of it over on our socials.

Come see for yourself.

Selfie by the water with Australian students at AmeriCamp AU summer camp in USA

Students having fun at a sports event at AmeriCamp AU summer camp in USA

Australian students celebrating together at AmeriCamp AU summer camp in USA.

Lake activities at AmeriCamp AU summer camp in USA

Australians bonding at a music show at AmeriCamp AU summer camp in USA.

Like guard camp counselor by the pool at AmeriCamp AU summer camp in USA.

A group of friends bonding on the beach at AmeriCamp AU summer camp in USA.

Australian students preparing for outdoor activities at AmeriCamp AU summer camp in USA.

Trusted on Both Sides

You're in Good Hands

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!

Liam

Camp Counsellor

PartIcipants 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!

Camp counsellors covered in colour powder at a summer camp

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!