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 Roles will start appearing 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 video introduction. 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 are Ready to Hire, you will 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 see and request roles that match you. You can still edit and add to your profile at any time
- Confirmed means you have accepted a placement offer and we are finalising a few details
- Placed means everything is confirmed and you are officially set for camp
What is the Roles page?
Once you are Ready to Hire and your status is Visible, a Roles option appears in your profile menu. This shows you every role currently matching your program type, skills and availability, with your best matches at the top.
The Roles page is organised into tabs:
- All Roles: every role currently matching you
- My Interviews: any outstanding interview requests, scheduled interviews, and invites you've received from employers
- Shortlist: roles you've starred to keep track of
- Hiring Fair: appears when a fair's lineup is announced, linking to roles from camps taking part in that fair
You can filter by role type or start date, or search directly for a role or camp, on any of these tabs.
How do I request an interview?
You do not have to wait for camps to come to you. From the Roles page:
1. Click a role's card, or its Request Interview button, to open the employer's profile
2. Read about the employer, including their overview, location, photos, and other roles they have available
3. Select a date and time to request an interview
If the Camp has interview availability, you'll request one of their open slots. If they don't have any listed, you can still submit a speculative request — this notifies the camp, who can add slots or send you a direct booking time.
There's a limit on how many interview requests you can have open at once - see " How many interview requests can I have at once?" below.
How many interview request can I have at once?
You can have 3 interview requests open at a time. For example, if there are 3 roles you like the look of, you can request an interview for all 3 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 3 slots filled at all times — this is the quickest way to hear back from employers and find the right placement.
During an online hiring fair, your limit increases to 5 requests: your usual 3 through the Roles page, plus 2 extra reserved for employers taking part in the fair.
What is Shortlisting?
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 employer and has no impact on your placement process.
If an employer marks a role as fulfilled 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. These are announced closer to the time, so keep an eye on your Camp Leaders profile — a Hiring Fair tab will appear on your Roles page once a fair's lineup is live, and you can also check the My Events section.
At a hiring fair, you browse the attending employers' roles, request interviews with the ones that interest you, and book interview slots directly. You may receive multiple offers during a fair, so be ready to make decisions quickly.
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, so do not worry if you have not heard anything right away.
Do you guarantee I will be placed?
Yes. Camp Leaders guarantees that every participant will receive at least 1 camp offer as long as you are 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 a video introduction if you have not already
- Browse the Roles page regularly and request interviews for roles that interest you
- Use the Shortlist to keep track of roles you're considering
- Respond quickly to any messages from employers
- Keep your availability dates accurate
Do I have to upload an introduction video?
No, an introduction video is optional. However, it is strongly recommended. Camp directors rely on intro videos to get a sense of your personality and enthusiasm, and applicants with short intro videos are more likely to be noticed and offered placements. In some cases, camps may only review profiles that include an introduction video, so adding one can significantly increase your chances.
Record a short 60-second vertical video (like on TikTok or Instagram Reels) 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?
Do not worry. If an employer declines your interview request, or an interview doesn't lead to an offer, this is completely normal and happens to most participants. It is common to request several roles before finding the right match.