Work/Travel in Australia

Our Work & Travel Australia program helps you find paid positions anywhere in Australia. We provide you with the sponsorship necessary for the proper visa, along with the support, guidance and flexibility to find just the job you are suited for.

Paid positions include: waiting tables, clerical work, telemarketing, sales and service work, production and transport work, seasonal work and call center work.
Prior to arrival we will help you prepare your resume and cover letter for the Australian job market. Upon arrival you will have a pre-arranged consultation with a recruitment consultant who will go through your resume, discuss job opportunities, give housing assistance and review positions currently available. This saves you 2-3 weeks of time familiarizing yourself with the local scene and job market.

Positions and start dates are limited. To reserve your placement, click here.

Eligibility:
* 18 - 30 years old
* Min. intermediate level of English

* Citizens of Chile, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Turkey and the USA eligible for the Work and Holiday visa. Participants may work for up to one year and will need to show evidence of graduation from High School.

* Citizens of Canada, Republic of Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, France, Hong Kong, Republic of Ireland, Italy, Japan, Republic of Korea, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan and United Kingdom who qualify for a Working Holiday visa can stay for up to one year.

Location: All participants start with an orientation session in Sydney. Most job placements are in Sydney, but positions can be found throughout Australia.

Duration: Up to one year.

Start dates: Throughout the year

What you get:

Accommodations: Your first two nights at a local youth hostel are included. This is a great way to meet new people and settle in.

Salary: Working a typical 40-hour week in Australia in an unskilled position, you can expect to make around $500-$700 AUD per week. This is based on earnings of approximately $15-$17 per hour for a 40 hour work week, which is a gross wage before taxes. Due to the high tax rate for people that come to Australia on a 416 visa or Working Holiday Maker visa, the net wages are closer to $400 - $500 AUD per week (approximately $368 - $460 USD). We cannot guarantee any specific wage, as with all jobs, pay varies depending on the industry, the location, your skills and the current demand for workers. The salary relationship is entirely between you and the employer.

Orientation: You will have an in-country orientation arranged for you upon your arrival. During orientation you will be introduced to Australia, be given advice about finding work and housing, as well as meet new people. The location of your orientation is within minutes of your hostel.


Visa Assistance: The Work and Holiday and the Working Holiday visas allow you to work and travel in Australia for up to 1 year. On the Working Holiday visa, you will need to change jobs every 6 months. All participants are responsible for applying for their visa and for any additional visa fees. Upon arrival in Australia, you may be asked to provide evidence that you have access to sufficient funds to support yourself for the initial stage of your stay in Australia. Generally, AUD5,000 may be regarded as sufficient, but the amount may vary depending on your length of stay and the extent of your travel. You should also be able to provide proof of a return or onward ticket or the funds for a fare to depart Australia. Evidence may include a certified copy of a bank statement and an air ticket out of Australia.

- To find more details on the Work and Holiday visa, please click here
- To find more details on the Working and Holiday visa, please click here

Summary:
* Special visa sponsorship and documentation to obtain your work visa
* Pre-departure Information
* Travel medical insurance
* Australian Work and Travel Orientation Guide
* Airport pickup and transfer to accommodations
* First two nights' accommodation and breakfast
* Advice and assistance with resume and cover letter
* Job search advice and access to resources, including Job notice boards
* Two job interviews guaranteed.
* Arrange and book training course (course fee additional cost)
* Assistance with finding housing
* Access to housing notice boards
* Access to internet and email
* Email and mail hold and forward
* Advice on obtaining tax file number
* Advice on opening a Bank Account
* Full-time local representative in Australia
* 24/7 personal support
* Certificate of completion (upon request)
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Price: USD$ 1,100
AIDE is a non-profit organization. Donations contributed in excess of the fair market value of services you receive from AIDE may be tax deductible. Please consult your tax adviser.

Any questions?
* Request more info
* Call our toll free: 1 866 6ABROAD ext. 137
* Chat with us live

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