Embark on an exhilarating journey this summer by joining the ranks of the world’s most renowned camps nestled within the heart of the U.S.A.! These camps aren’t just ordinary summer destinations for children; they’re veritable havens for adventure-seeking individuals like you, offering unparalleled opportunities for both fun and personal growth.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of sleep-away summer camps, where thousands of seasonal positions await eager high school graduates, college students, and educators on summer hiatus. Experience the thrill of shaping young minds, leading outdoor expeditions, and fostering lifelong memories—all while getting paid for it! And let’s not forget the invaluable addition to your professional portfolio that a stint at one of these esteemed camps will bring.

Ready to transform your summer into an unforgettable odyssey? Dive into our curated selection of the finest camps offering employment opportunities for the summer of 2025 below, and set course for an extraordinary season ahead!

Check out our premier summer camps that are hiring people like you, right NOW!

• Timber Lake Camp Co-ed Sleepaway Camp in Shandaken, New York

  

  Timber Lake Camp is located on a mountaintop surrounded by 500 acres in the Catskill Mountains of New York, about 2.5 hours from New York City. We are a traditional co-ed camp with two private, spring-fed lakes and an exceptional range of facilities on beautifully landscaped grounds. TLC is one of the most respected and spirited resident camps in the Northeast of the United States.

  Our objective is to educate children how to make and maintain friends while also developing their self-esteem, confidence, and resilience. The Timber Lake experience is designed to provide campers with the “edge” they need to excel in all aspects of their development as young adults and beyond. We have established a program on a foundation of safe and fun play in order to foster the kinds of growth that give every child the edge they need to reach their full pote…

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• Camp Laurel Co-ed Overnight Camp in Readfield, Maine

  

  A parent’s decision to send their child to summer camp is a huge act of faith. At Camp Laurel, we take that obligation very seriously and uphold a setting that promotes safety, health, and a positive sense of self. We give campers chances to develop emotionally and physically, support their innate skills, and instill the advantages of community living. Our objective is to give our campers a fun and adventurous summer experience that inspires them to face life with courage, confidence, and a sense of self worth.

  Camp Laurel is located on 160 acres in the Belgrade Lakes region of Maine, 20 minutes west of Augusta, the state capital. The camp is situated on 9-mile-long Echo Lake, just beyond the village of Kents Hill.

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• Camp Robin Hood Co-ed Summer Camp in Freedom, NH

  

  Set on 180 acres just minutes from New Hampshire’s White Mountain National Forest, Camp Robin Hood is more than just an overnight summer camp—it is a tradition, a legacy, and a home. Since 1927, Robin Hood has provided an encouraging, inviting, and supportive summer environment for our campers. That environment is created in large part by our caring and attentive staff, composed almost entirely of young men and women who grew up as campers in the Robin Hood community. Understanding the enduring positive influence of the Robin Hood experience, our staff members return to camp each summer eager to provide that same experience for our next generation of campers.

  It is our responsibility to provide your child with a structured, supportive environment, in which they will develop lasting friendships, gain personal insight into the importance of mutual respe…

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• Camp Starlight Brother/Sister Camp Sleepaway Camp in Starlight, Pennsylvania

  

  For over 75 years, campers, parents, and staff have described their unforgettable experiences and cherished memories at Camp Starlight using words that capture the essence of this premier summer camp. Located in Starlight, Pennsylvania, just two and a half hours northwest of New York City, Camp Starlight sits on a 385-acre brother/sister campus, featuring its own private lake and nestled within Pennsylvania’s “endless mountains.”

  At Camp Starlight, boys and girls participate in separate activities during the day, embracing the advantages of a single-gender camp while coming together as a family for meals and evening programs. The camp is renowned for its friendly atmosphere, dedicated staff, high-quality programs, and beautiful facilities.

  The camp offers a vibrant and structured sleepaway program with a wide range of activities, …

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• Cheley Colorado Camps Rocky Mountain Summer Camp in Estes Park, Colorado

  

  Cheley Colorado Camps, nestled in the Rocky Mountains of Estes Park, Colorado, is internationally regarded as one of the top summer camps. Cheley, owned and operated by the same family since 1921, provides an unforgettable summer experience for boys and girls ages 9 to 17. Hiking, horseback riding, backpacking, technical climbing, whitewater rafting, sports, crafts, stand-up paddle boarding, and much more.

  Surrounded by natural beauty, time away from home and apart from family offers unique possibilities to develop the judgment, insight, and skills required for a happy and fulfilling life. And so that today’s youth can succeed in an ever-changing world.

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• Camp Watitoh Co-ed Overnight Camp in Becket, Massachusetts

  

  What differentiates Watitoh from other camps is our size. We are a smaller camp so everyone knows each other. Campers and counselors alike feel like they are part of something more than a camp, they feel like a family. Since 1937, our warm, family-oriented, coed camp, nestled in the heart of the Berkshire Mountains on crystal-clear Center Lake, has provided a safe and supportive environment where each of our campers can live summer dreams and make them come true in their summer home.

  Every summer our remarkable campers are living the dream of a place where everyone belongs and everyone knows each other’s name.

  They are living the dream of lasting friendships and endless fun.

  They are living the dream of feeling included and secure with bunkmates, teammates, and campmates in a caring, coed community.

  They are living the dream of tryi…

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• Camp Horseshoe All Boys Summer Camp in Rhinelander, Wisconsin

  

  Camp Horseshoe is everything a boy could ever want out of summer AND so much more! Our dynamic program offers premier athletics, awesome outdoor adventure, exceptional water sports and extraordinary tripping programs. Add that to our never-ending line-up of innovative activities, creative evening programs, and unique special events, and you’ve got a summer camp experience beyond imagination! And it’s all run at an unsurpassed level of excellence by Owner/Directors Jordan and Fran Shiner and the incomparable Horseshoe staff. But these incredible activities are only the beginning. Our campers call the Horseshoe experience “amazing” “indescribable” and “the best place on earth.” We call it “The Heart of Horseshoe,” our philosophy of creating maximum fun and endless variety while promoting positive values and growth through meaningful accomplishment.

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• Brant Lake Camp Boys Only Overnight Camp in Brant Lake, New York

  

  Brant Lake Camp, founded in 1916, is one of the oldest single-family owned camps in the country. At Brant Lake Camp, we have a thoughtful approach to caring for kids. We acknowledge that a boy’s needs change as he grows. This allows us to know each child’s personality, and recognize their strengths and needs. Brant Lake is home to boys who enjoy a summer stepped in sports, tradition and fun.

  At Brant Lake “Key Staff” is our name for the problem solvers. We are extremely proud of the quality, quantity, and longevity of our Key Staff members.

  Our Mini-Camp approach creates a small camp feel within a larger camp community, while also ensuring all programming and equipment is age-appropriate. Each Mini-Camp is designated…

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• Lake Bryn Mawr Camp Girls Only Summer Camp in Honesdale, Pennsylvania

  

  Lake Bryn Mawr Camp, which was started over a century ago as a special, unique summer camp solely for girls, is more than just a location. It’s a place where a camper may feel completely free to be herself, where she can try new things with “summer sisters” who will support her learning from her failures and celebrate her victories, and where the focus is on her character rather than her appearance or her achievements.

  Bryn Mawr campers participate in activities including tennis, soccer, gymnastics, English riding, basketball, softball, volleyball, lacrosse, dance, swimming, boating, waterskiing and arts and crafts. They challenge themselves on our ropes courses, perform in camp musicals and dance ensembles, and publish their own newspaper, The Poplar Post. We encourage our campers to learn to waterski, kayak, throw a pot, jump a three-f…

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• Camp Weequahic Boys Camp & Girls Camp Summer Camp in Lakewood, Pennsylvania

  

  Camp Weequahic was founded in 1953 by Art and Mollie Lustig. A member of the Weequahic High School staff in Newark, NJ, Mr. Lustig searched for the perfect place to start a summer camp. Our wonderful property by Sly Lake certainly fit the bill.

  From 1953 until the 2008 season, members of the Lustig family directed Weequahic. Known for its caring atmosphere, excellent facilities, creative activities and wonderful lake, Weequahic became a popular camp in the northeast.

  Cole and Kate Kelly took the torch so ably held by Lustig family in 2009. Having run private camps in the northeast for many years, they wanted to find a place with deep traditions where they could bring their years of experience and their family.

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