What does Ready to Hire mean?
Ready to Hire means your application is complete and your profile is now visible to camp directors across the US. This is when the hiring process begins, and a Roles option will appear in your profile menu.
How do camps find my profile?
Camp directors search for staff based on the skills, experience, and availability listed in your profile. They can browse profiles, filter by specific skills, and view your introduction video. The more complete and detailed your profile is, the more likely you are to appear in their searches and to be matched to roles automatically.
What are the placement statuses?
Once you're Ready to Hire, you'll see a status on your profile that updates as you move through the hiring process:
Visible means camp directors can see your profile and you can view and request roles that match you. You can still edit and add to your profile at any time
Confirmed means you've accepted a placement offer and Camp Leaders is finalizing a few details
Placed means everything is confirmed and you're officially set for camp
What is the Roles page?
Once you're Ready to Hire and your status is Visible, a Roles option appears in your profile menu. This shows you every role that matches your program type, skills, and availability, with your best matches at the top.
The Roles page is organized into tabs:
All Roles: every role that matches you
My Interviews: any outstanding interview requests, scheduled interviews, and invitations you've received from camps
Shortlist: roles you've starred to keep track of
Hiring Fair: roles from camps taking part in an upcoming hiring fair. This tab appears once the fair's lineup is announced
On any tab, you can filter by role type or start date, or search for a role or camp.
How do I request an interview?
You don't have to wait for camps to come to you. From the Roles page:
Click a role's card, or its Request Interview button, to open the camp's profile
Read about the camp, including their overview, location, photos, and other roles they have available
Select a date and time to request an interview
If the camp has interview availability, you can request one of their open slots. If they don't have any listed, you can still send a request. This notifies the camp, and they can add new slots or suggest a time.
How many interview requests can I have at once?
You can have three interview requests open at a time. For example, if you find three roles you're interested in, you can request an interview for all three at once.
If one of your requests is declined, go back to the Roles page and submit a new one to take its place. Try to keep all three slots filled. This is the quickest way to hear back from camps and find the right placement.
During an online hiring fair, your limit increases to five requests: your usual three through the Roles page, plus two extra reserved for camps taking part in the fair.
What is the Shortlist?
If you're comparing several roles, or want to research camps before deciding which to request interviews with, you can star a role to add it to your Shortlist. This is a personal reference list only. It doesn't notify the camp and has no impact on your placement process.
If a camp marks a role as filled or removes it from their public profile, it will automatically be removed from your Shortlist.
What are hiring fairs?
Hiring fairs are events where you can meet camp directors and interview for roles at their camps. Most hiring fairs are held online, though some countries also have in-person events.
Fairs are announced closer to their dates. Keep an eye on your Camp Leaders profile. Once a fair's lineup is live, a Hiring Fair tab will appear on your Roles page, and you can also check the My Events section.
At a hiring fair, you browse the attending camps' roles, request interviews with the ones that interest you, and book interview slots directly. Be ready to make decisions quickly, as you may receive several offers during a fair.
How long does placement usually take?
Most participants find their camp match within about 30 days of reaching Ready to Hire. For some, it happens more quickly, and for others it takes a bit longer. Camp directors review applications at different times throughout the hiring season. Don't worry if you haven't heard anything right away.
Does Camp Leaders guarantee I'll be placed?
Yes. Camp Leaders guarantees you'll receive at least one camp offer, as long as you stay engaged in the hiring process. The team works throughout the hiring season to match everyone with the right camp.
What can I do to speed up the process?
There are several things you can do while you wait:
Make sure your profile is completely up to date with detailed skill descriptions
Add an introduction video if you haven't already
Browse the Roles page regularly and request interviews for roles that interest you
Keep all three interview request slots filled
Respond quickly to any messages from camps
Keep your availability dates accurate
Do I have to upload an introduction video?
No, but it's strongly recommended. Camp directors rely on introduction videos to get a sense of your personality and enthusiasm, and participants with a short introduction video are more likely to be noticed and offered placements. In some cases, camps may only review profiles that include one. Adding a video can significantly increase your chances.
Record a 60-second vertical video (like a TikTok or Instagram Reel) introducing yourself and explaining why camp is the right fit for you. Then upload it in the introduction video section of your profile. This is your chance to let your personality shine.
What if a role I requested doesn't work out?
Don't worry. It's completely normal for a camp to decline an interview request, or for an interview not to lead to an offer. It happens to most participants, and it's common to request several roles before finding the right match.