Work in Australia
Live, work and play "Down Under!" Greenheart Travel’s Work in Australia program offers a working holiday visa for travelers looking to fund their adventure while living like a local. As a Work in Australia participant you have the opportunity to find casual, temporary work in a variety of industries from hospitality and retail, to resorts and fruit picking. Greenheart Travel’s partner has professional relationships with trusted employers around Australia who pay fair wages and alert them whenever they have positions available, making our participants first in line for the job!
Program Fee
$790
Arrival Orientation
Upon arrival in Sydney, you will be met by Greenheart Travel’s experienced and knowledgeable in-country partner and taken to your hostel accommodations where a welcome packet will be waiting for you. The welcome packet includes information about the orientation and job placement assistance.
During the orientation you will learn about:
- Finding a job in Australia
- Opening a bank account
- How to file taxes in Australia
- The best places to travel around Australia and how to get there
- Finding short or long term accommodation
- Australians and their culture
Eligibility Requirements
- U.S. citizen (holding a U.S. passport valid for the length of your expected stay in Australia). Citizens from Ireland, the UK and Canada may also participate through a different visa program with similar structure and requirements. Ask us for details.
- Aged 18-30 (inclusive – you must apply for your visa before turning 31 according to Australian time)
- Must be physically present in the U.S. for the visa application process
- Must have a high school diploma
- Must have emergency accident/health insurance (can be purchased directly through Greenheart Travel for $49/month or $12/week- ask us for details)
What's Included:
Job assistance service, support and advice - Assistance with setting up a bank account and tax paperwork
- Mail forwarding and holding service
- Assistance with setting up an Australian cell phone
- YHA (Youth Hostel) membership
- SIM card
- Airport transfer upon arrival
- 3 nights’ hostel accommodation (shared room) and 3 breakfasts
- Organized social events and activities
- Resources and support for finding permanent housing
- Arrival orientation
- Work in Australia Handbook
- 24-hour emergency support and service
What's Not Included:
- Visa processing and fees (about $200USD- you can apply online for your visa)
- Medical/accident insurance (available for purchase through Greenheart Travel for $49/month)
- International airfare
- Lunch and dinner at hostel
- Housing costs and living expenses
- Return transfers
- Personal expenses
Will I earn enough to support myself in Australia?
As a general rule of thumb, most Work & Holiday participants can expect to need about 50AUD (about $42 USD) per day for accommodation, food, transport and socializing. Additional perks: Keep in mind that if you work on a farm or at a resort, housing is often included or cheaper, and food is sometimes provided.
Dates and Deadlines
- Choose your program dates for any length up to 12 months
- Applications due 4 weeks prior to desired start date
How to Apply
Please visit our Application Materials page for information on applying. Contact Greenheart Travel at info@greenhearttravel.org or call 1-888-ABROAD1 for more information!
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