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Application Journey.

Start your journey to an unforgettable summer with a simple, step-by-step application process designed to be clear, supportive, and stress-free.

 

From your first application through to your final placement, Skilled Summers guides you every step of the way, helping turn your skills into an incredible experience in America and Canada.

Apply

Start Your Application

Your summer starts here.  

Apply today and we’ll guide you through every step, from application to arriving at camp.

Takes less than 5 minutes. No commitment required to start.

Step 3

Pay Your Application Fee

Choose your payment option:​

 

  • Pay in full, unlock a big discount!

  • Or split into 3 instalments, starting with a £49 Stage 1 deposit OR $99 if applying from outside of the UK and EU.

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Step 6

Submit Your Application Video

Once you’ve passed, it’s time to:

 

  • Submit a short 2 minute video highlighting why you feel you would be a good fit for camp.

We guide you how to do this to make your video stand out against the rest!

Step 9

You've Been Hired!

Once you’ve passed, it’s time to:

 

  • Submit a short 2 minute video highlighting why you feel you would be a good fit for camp.

We guide you how to do this to make your video stand out against the rest!

Step 1

Choose Your Application

Start by completing our online application form and selecting your application method:

 

  • New Camp Application

  • Returning to Camp Application

  • Direct Placement Application

Step 4

Complete Your Application

We’ll guide you through setting up your official Skilled Summers profile.

Before your Skilled Summers interview, make sure to:

  • Fill out application

  • Upload a photo album

  • Include 2 references

Step 7

Get Matched With a Camp

We provide a personalised placement service, matching you with a camp based on your skills, experience, and preferences.


Please note:
On the rare occasion that we cannot place you with a summer camp you will receive a full refund of the stage 1 and 2 application fee.

Step 10

Pre-Summer Orientation

Your final step before camp!

Join us for a Pre Summer Camp Orientation to learn everything you need to know before you head to camp.

We cover it all — travel tips, culture, expectations, and more.

Step 2

Choose Your Programme

Select your camp style preference:

 

  • City Camp

  • Traditional Summer Camp​​

If you’re not sure which camp to choose yet, don’t worry, we’ll help you decide later. 

Step 5

Your Skilled Summers Interview

This is a friendly 45-minute chat to get to know you better — nothing to stress about!


What happens next?

  • Pass ✅ = You move forward

  • Not this time ❌ = We’ll refund your application fee minus a small admin fee. 

Step 8

Camp Interviews & Hiring

If a camp is interested in your profile, they’ll invite you to interview.

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  • You may be hired on the spot

  • Or hear back within a couple of days

 

Not successful right away? No problem, we’ll keep matching until you secure a placement.

Complete

Ready for Camp!

You’ve done it. From applying to getting placed, you’re officially heading to camp.

Now it’s all about getting you prepared, we’ll support you with everything you need, from flights and visas to making sure you arrive confident and ready for an unforgettable summer.

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Take Your Skills,

Make Your Summer!

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