Jenza Camp

Summer camps

The dude with the big mouse ears will try and tell you that Disneyland is the happiest place on Earth. But our staff and travellers know it’s actually summer camp.

Summer '23 applications are closed. Book now for summer '24.

Why summer camp

Works for you

Earn a camp salary, with meals and accommodation included.

Works for others

Have a direct impact on the lives of children and young adults.

Works for summer

Experience working overseas without a gap year or year out.

All Summer camps Programs

Summer Camp USA

What is summer camp?

A North American tradition, each summer children and teens from all over the USA and Canada attend sleepover camps for 1-8 weeks between Jun-Aug. A safe place for them to learn new activities, grow their skills and experience living away from home in the great outdoors – camps are seen as integral to a child’s social, cultural and educational development. Each year, Camp Directors hire 18-30 year olds from all over the world to work as Camp Counsellors, Activity Specialists and Disability Counsellors.

Why work at summer camp?

Summer camp is the opportunity for international students and travellers to experience living and working overseas in incredible wilderness locations. Working as a Camp Counsellor or Activity Specialist, you’ll help to shape the lives of your campers – while also developing your own leadership and problem-solving skills. Great for your resume, bank account and social life – you’ll earn a camp salary, have meals and accommodation included, and make life-long friends from all over the world.

Superpower: Compassion

Wanted: Disability Camp Counsellors

Skills: You'll need to be patient and committed. And more importantly, leave your perceptions of what’s possible at the front gate. One of the most challenging but rewarding roles at camp, you’ll learn as much about yourself as you teach to others.

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Superpower: All rounder

Wanted: Camp Counsellors

Skills: As a friend, older sibling and herder of small people… you’ll need to have bags of energy, imagination and creativity. You’ll do a bit of everything – helping to run activities and generally make sure your campers feel safe, happy and supported.

Superpower: Leadership

Wanted: Activity Specialists

Skills: Whether you’re coaching track or teaching art, this is about bringing your passion to life for your campers. You’ll need to be motivated and enthusiastic, enhancing their skills and growing their confidence – all while practicing the activity you love.

Asking for a friend…

We know what you did last summer

“How many times is too many times to do summer camp?” A home from home, most travellers go back to camp year after year. One of our team has been eight times! If you’re a camp returner, talk to us about how we can get you back out there.