Make Summer 2026 Altogether Unforgettable - Become a Camp Counsellor in the USA

Spend your summer working at an American summer camp working with kids, building friendships for life and you’ll get 30 days to travel the U.S.! CIEE is the UK’s most affordable, fully supported USA camp programme, you’ll have guidance at every step of the way - from submitting your application, to stepping off the plane, stateside.

Secure your place for just £49.

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Who Are CIEE?

CIEE is the oldest and largest sponsor of the U.S. Department of State's BridgeUSA program (J-1 Visa), and part of a global network that has supported over 1.5 million young people on cultural exchange programmes since 1947. Our programme strikes the balance that matters: affordable fees, meaningful roles at real camps, and support that doesn’t disappear once your flight takes off.

  • Most affordable UK programme – complete with transparent pricing.

  • Visa experts – professional support through the entire process.

  • Match making– CIEE connect helps camp counsellors to find the right placement for them.

  • Global legacy – Trusted by over a million young people since 1947

  • In country support – The support doesn’t stop once you leave the UK. Once you arrive in the U.S you’ll have access to our 24/7 participant line (we may even drop by your camp to make sure you’re not having too much fun without us!)

Our UK team is made up of people who have actually experienced this programme themselves, giving them a unique understanding, empathy, knowledge of what young people need, and how to support them through it.

If you’re a parent – why not read through our parent FAQs?

How It Works

Step 1: Apply online and secure your place with just £49 deposit.

Step 2: Get matched with the right role, choosing from over 300 U.S. summer camps.

Step 3: Pay your final balance of £140, get your visa sponsorship and apply for your J-1 Visa.

Step 4: Fly out and land stateside for the summer of a lifetime.

Secure your Stateside Summer

FAQ’s

  • No. Enthusiasm, patience and a willingness to get involved matter far more than formal experience. Training happens on site.

  • Yes. Through our matching platform CIEE Connect, you’ll explore roles and connect with camp directors to find a placement that suits you.

  • Your placement, visa sponsorship, insurance, support throughout, and accommodation and meals at camp.

  • We guide you step-by-step, so you’re never left figuring things out alone.

  • Yes. Camps are vetted, accommodation is pre-arranged, and you’ll have 24/7 support in the US.