BUNAC - Work Australia (For US Citizens only)

  Australia

• Melbourne: 
Melbourne
• Sydney: 
Sydney
• Great Barrier Reef: 
Great Barrier Reef
• Northern Territory: 
Kakadu

Term: Throughout the year 
Length of Position: Up to four months
Dates: Anytime of the year

Description: BUNAC's Work Australia program offers you the opportunity for the trip of a lifetime. Work Australia is a program authorized by the Australian Government to allow young Americans (aged 18-30) to work in Australia for up to 4 months. Australia, one of the largest and most beautiful countries in the world, is a traveler's paradise. The Working Holiday Visa allows you to work for any one employer for all or part of your stay. You are responsible for arranging your own job or internship but BUNAC and IEP in Australia will provide as much assistance as needed. Working is the best and most affordable way to really get to know Australia from the inside. There is plenty of short term work available and many employers prefer international workers for such positions. Australia has a thriving tourist industry and there are always employers in offices, hotels, shops and restaurants looking for seasonal help.

Highlights: Free choice of arrival date to enter Australia. Pre-departure support from BUNAC including handling all contact with the Australian Embassy on your behalf to ensure quick turnaround of your visa. Lonely Planet guidebook to Australia and BUNAC Work Australia Handbook. Access to online Member's Lounge to communicate with other participants and have 24-hour access to vital program information. Free shuttle bus transfer from Sydney or Melbourne Airport to your 2 nights accommodation, including breakfast. IEP Sydney or Melbourne orientation and welcome pack with handbook, maps, discount coupons, magazines and free harbor cruise or city tour. Advice and assistance from IEP staff in Australia on job and accommodation hunting including assistance obtaining a Tax File number and bank account. 24 hour emergency IEP assistance. Phonecard with AUD 5 credit.

Qualifications: You must be a US citizen aged 18-30. Applications from eligible applicants can be submitted from outside the USA.

Cost in US$: The program fee is USD 685, plus mandatory travel insurance.

Salary / Pay: Varies depending upon position

Experience Required: no

Participants Travel to Australia Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Letters of Reference
• Written Application

Year Founded: 1962