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Pacific Discovery
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Experience an unforgettable 10-week Gap Year Semester through New Zealand and Australia, two of the world’s most amazing travel destinations. Thi...
International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]
9.56
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At International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ), we unite people from over 96 countries who want to make a meaningful difference while exploring the world. ...
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Pacific Discovery
9.43
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Experience an unforgettable 10-week Gap Year Semester through New Zealand and Australia, two of the world’s most amazing travel destinations. Thi...
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INTERNeX Pacific
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Experience rural life by living and working with a New Zealand farming family. The Farmstay New Zealand program offers hands-on farming tasks, p...
GoEco - Top Volunteer Organization
9.63
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GoEco is one of the world’s top volunteer organizations, with award-winning and ethical programs selected by sustainable travel experts. Since 2006, tens of thousands of volunteers have taken part in projects and internships worldwide, focusing on wildlife and marine conservation, education, and med
See All 2 ProgramsEA Ski and Snowboard Training
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EA Ski and Snowboard Training is looking for skiers to join us in New Zealand on a winter gap year. If you love the outdoors, travel, and have a passion for skiing, then this ski instructor internship program is for you. What is the ski instructor internship program? The internship is a course des
See All 3 ProgramsLinguistic Horizons
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Take a life-changing gap year abroad with Linguistic Horizons! We offer internships in various fields, volunteer, study abroad programs, foreign language immersion, nutrition, and alternative medicine programs. Our program destinations include South America, Europe, and Oceania. Choose from Spain,
Global Work & Travel
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Feeling like life needs a jolt of excitement? Ready for the next big thrill? If you are up for up to two years of non-stop adrenaline, we have the perfect spot! Global Work & Travel guarantees a working holiday in New Zealand that is smooth, seamless, and, most importantly, absolutely unforgettable!
Volunteer World
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Looking to apply your talent and expertise to a good cause? Find a program that matches your interests and skills through Volunteer World! We are the largest volunteer abroad comparison platform around the globe, enabling you to seek and compare offers from major travel agencies as well as smaller g
See All 2 ProgramsJENZA
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Live the high life as a ski lift attendant, play the field working in a vineyard or cause a stir as a barista. Get set up with everything you need to independently work in New Zealand with JENZA’s 4 or 9-day Auckland starter packs. Why Work New Zealand Home to spellbinding scenery, rich Māori he
Rooted Life Adventures
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Participate in this gap year program in Queenstown, New Zealand, with therapeutic support for young adults ages 18-22. Spring | Feb 18 – Apr 28, 2025 Fall | Sep 17 – Nov 25, 2025 Embark on the ultimate gap year adventure with our transformative program, designed to support your mental health and we
Institute for Global Studies
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New Zealand is a highly sought-after destination for many students wishing to complete an internship abroad. It boasts around 15 hours of sunshine in summer, from December to February. Plus, Kiwi hospitality is second to none and the country has a vibrant government and business sectors. IGS offe
See All 16 ProgramsIntern Abroad HQ
8.5
2
Launch your marketing career with confidence through Intern Abroad HQ, the world’s most affordable and top-rated provider of Sales & Marketing internships. Designed to provide practical, real-world experience and boost your resume, these internships help you build creative, analytical, and communica
Love Volunteers
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Whether you want to support vulnerable communities in developing countries, help conserve the Great Barrier Reef in Australia, or protect animals in the Amazon, Love Volunteers has a program for you. With over 200 projects in 40 countries there's something for everyone! For over 7 years Love Volu
Oyster Worldwide
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Interested in taking a gap year? Do it with an organization well regarded for its responsible travel and gap year travel opportunities - Oyster Worldwide. Whether you are taking a break before pursuing higher education or taking time off from university, we have the perfect opportunity for you! Our
A Guide to Gap Year in New Zealand
Best Cities
The North Island is all pristine beaches and big(ish) cities, while the South Island is all rugged mountainside and steely seas. Most towns in New Zealand would make great nests for a gap year, but a few in particular stand out.
Auckland. It’s New Zealand’s largest city, and with that comes endless work opportunities and countless activities. Gappers will easily find a wide range of jobs, volunteer opportunities, internships...whatever experience it is you want to include in your gap year, Auckland will have it. With a stellar free art museum, dozens of pleasant parks, an easy and extensive train network, and hip neighborhoods, Auckland always has something new up its sleeve.
Queenstown. This hamlet may not be the most practical choice for a gap year in New Zealand, but you’ll be hard-pressed to find a more memorable location. There is a bottomless pit of hospitality jobs in Queenstown, especially during the winter when ski resorts will pay a pretty penny for seasonal workers. Au pairs are also needed frequently in and around town, too. By the way, the symbolic Queenstown rite of passage is a gut-turning bungy jump, so hold onto your butts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Definitely! New Zealand offers endless things to see and do, making it the perfect destination for a gap year. In fact, it consistently ranks among the top ten countries to take a gap year.
The easiest way to take a gap year in New Zealand is to apply for a working holiday visa, which will allow you to work part time on farms or in hospitality. You can also book your gap year experience through providers like Pacific Discovery and Pure Exploration.
It generally depends on what the program is all about. Your gap year in New Zealand could involve volunteering combined with adventure travel. It could also be a study and internship program, with some sightseeing in your personal time. Considering the rich diversity of New Zealand, you won’t run out of fun activities during your gap year.
It can be quite costly to spend a gap year in New Zealand. After all, it’s one of the most expensive countries for students (and travelers in general). Fortunately, there are ways to manage your expenses or earn some money on the side. It helps to familiarize yourself with living costs in New Zealand and then prepare a budget based on how much you might spend during your stay.
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