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Arriving in the USA for Summer Camp: A Guide for International Camp Counselors

Arriving in the USA for summer camp is exciting, but a little preparation can make your journey much easier. Keep your travel documents accessible, follow your camp’s arrival instructions, plan your transportation in advance, and give yourself time to settle into life in America. You’ve packed your bags, completed your paperwork, and made it through…

How to Prepare for Working at Summer Camp: What First-Time Staff Should Expect

Learning how to prepare for summer camp means more than packing your bags. Before you arrive, complete your paperwork, review your camp’s expectations, get ready for staff training, and prepare for an active summer filled with new responsibilities, friendships, and experiences. Getting hired to work at summer camp is exciting. However, once you accept a…

J-1 Visa for Camp Counselors: A Guide for International Summer Camp Staff

If you’re traveling from another country to work as a counselor at a U.S. summer camp, you will generally participate through the J-1 visa for camp counselors. The process involves working with a designated sponsor, receiving your DS-2019, completing a visa application, attending any required interview, and preparing for your summer in America. Working at…

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