Description

Participants can work a variety of short-term seasonal and entry-level jobs at locations throughout New Zealand. Participants may work at-will, taking jobs that fit their skills and interests, allowing them time to travel and sightsee in New Zealand on their own schedule. Job boards, a job referral service, an orientation session, plus additional in-country services are available through our cooperator office in Auckland.

Highlights

* Assistance obtaining a visa. InterExchange will apply for the visa on your behalf.
* Welcome on arrival at the airport in Auckland. A representative will meet and escort you to one the best hostels in town where you stay free for two nights; breakfast is included (extra nights available for USD 21 per night)
* An orientation session with useful information on rights and obligations while working in New Zealand
* Assistance in opening a bank account and getting a local tax file number
* Access to a job referral service
* A weekly e-newsletter with job notices
* Advice on accommodation options throughout New Zealand
* Access to discounted international accident and sickness insurance
* Access to lounge area at our cooperator's central offices in Auckland with free Internet access, a job notice board, and quiet area to make phone calls
* Access to an online Members Lounge
* 24-hour emergency contact number
* Mail holding and forwarding services
* 5 days of free luggage storage (additional luggage storage offered for USD 20/month)
* USD 5 phone card

Qualifications

* Be between the ages of 18 and 30 and in good health
* Be a U.S. or Canadian citizen
* Meet requirements for the New Zealand Working Holiday Visa

Job Types

• Agriculture
• Hotel/Restaurant/Hospitality
• Resort Employment
• Ski Resort Employment
• Tourism

Salary/Pay

Varies by Job position.

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

American, Canadian and European Participants.

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Written Application

InterExchange's Mission Statement

InterExchange is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting cultural awareness through a wide range of work & travel, language, teaching English, volunteer, professional training, internship and au pair programs within the United States & around the world. Our goal is to create affordable and exciting cultural exchange programs, each with an unparalleled level of support. We take great pride in the professionalism and service of our staff and work hard to ensure our programs provide a rewarding experience for all participants.