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GoEco - Top Volunteer Organization
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Spend several months up to a year (or two years, depending on nationality) immersed in everyday life in Japan while gaining the freedom to travel, work, and explore independently. The GoEco Japan Working Holiday Support Program is designed for travelers who want more than a short-term visit, offerin
See All 2 ProgramsGo Abroad China Ltd.
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Design a transformative gap year in China with Go Abroad China. For over two decades, we have expertly guided students to make informed career decisions while providing exciting, structured opportunities for exploration and growth. Our program allows you to build a personalized experience by combini
See All 2 ProgramsEA Ski and Snowboard Training
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Final Places Remaining for 2026/27 Ski & Snowboard Internships! Do you have a passion for travel, adventure, and skiing? Do you want to earn internationally recognized qualifications and travel the world with the coolest job on the planet? Become a ski instructor in Canada with EA Ski and Snowboa
See All 6 ProgramsINTERNeX Pacific
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Work, live, and play in Canada's tourism playgrounds. We work with hundreds of hotels, summer and winter resorts, restaurants, activity providers, retail outlets, and other hospitality and tourism businesses throughout the country. Get a job and accommodation before you depart and help with your vis
See All 2 ProgramsGlobal Work & Travel
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Craving something bigger than the same routine at home? Imagine spending your year hiking mountains, exploring glaciers, discovering hidden beaches and road tripping through one of the most scenic countries in the world, all while getting paid to travel. A New Zealand working holiday is the perfect
See All 15 ProgramsCultural Homestay International
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Our host families volunteer to open their homes to you and welcome you in as a member of their families. This means they truly want to share their language and culture with you while learning about your language and culture. Instead of paying for language courses, our host families believe that hos
Internship in Japan
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Internship in Japan by SEKAIA Inc. (formerly ICC Consultants Inc.) Internship in Japan by SEKAIA is Japan’s leading internship program, connecting global talent with professional opportunities across the country. Based in the heart of Tokyo since 1988, we offer one of the largest networks of excit
JENZA
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Work abroad, learn a language, + lean into one of the most fascinating cultures in the world with JENZA South Korea. With a guaranteed backpacker job at the end of your four-week language school! Why Work South Korea Riding a global K-wave, South Korean culture may feel as familiar as your Samsung
See All 2 ProgramsWorld Unite!
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Please only submit an inquiry if you are eligible to obtain a Working Holiday Visa. It is available to citizens of Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Chile, Israel, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea, Hong Kong, Taiwan, or Uruguay, who are between 18 and 30 years old! Canadians can also participate through
Volunteer World
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Volunteer in Portugal and discover a small country full of little fishermen-villages, beautiful coastlines and mesmerizing cities. Wherever you step, you will find the perfectly preserved traces of history in the medieval town centers mixing in with the modern and open culture. Volunteer in Portu
InterExchange
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The InterExchange Work & Travel Year USA program is one of the best ways to experience life in the United States. InterExchange is designated by the U.S. Department of State as a sponsor of the J-1 Work Travel Visa, which allows citizens of New Zealand to work for up to 12 months in the United State
Grabatour Travel
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Are you looking for the perfect package to start your working holiday and find paid jobs in Australia? Oz Gap Year: A Paid Work Program is the perfect way to start your Aussie adventure. Spend a fun-filled week with lots of action-packed activities while learning about life, travel, and career in A
See All 2 ProgramsSail Racing Academy
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Sail Racing Academy offers tailor-made gap year programs that cater to all interests. From one month to one year and from cruising to racing in the UK, the Mediterranean, or the Caribbean, we have it all. Our experienced skippers are happy to work alongside you to help you gain experience and qualif
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Turn your passion for skiing into an internationally recognized qualification and an unforgettable winter in the Austrian Alps. Join Cold Candy Academy in Kaprun and train with Austrian Level 4 (Staatlich Geprüft) instructors on the snow-sure Kitzsteinhorn Glacier. Whether you’re taking a gap year,
Volunteers Around The World
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Seeking a pre-medical, pre-dental, pre-veterinary, or global and public health-related leadership opportunity abroad? Join the VAW Global Team Leader Fellowship. We are looking for Team Leaders and Chapter Presidents at your university or within your community! The Team Leader (TL) will have a numb
RealStep
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The Working Holiday Visa allows you to stay and work in Japan for up to one year. This experience places you in real jobs across Japan, giving you the chance to earn income while gaining international work exposure in one of the most unique and fast-paced countries on earth. Participants are placed
See All 2 ProgramsKyosei Foundation
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Discover Tanzania while making a real difference. Join the Kyosei Foundation and support education and farming at Kyosei Pre & Primary School. Work on an organic farm project that provides food for students and teaches sustainable agriculture. Engage with children through education, sports, and life
Local Life Japan
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Spend your Working Holiday in Japan while experiencing everyday life in an authentic Japanese community. Our team helps you settle into life in Japan, providing accommodation, daily life setup, guidance on formal documents, and job search preparation. Typical part-time jobs include: • Cafés, re
African Horse Safaris
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Immerse yourself in the beauty of Namibia, surrounded by stunning Appaloosa horses. Enhance your natural horsemanship skills whilst assisting with looking after over 40 stud horses, miniature ponies, alpacas, and rehabilitated equine rescues. This programme is designed to develop your communication
See All 6 ProgramsPure Exploration
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Embark on an epic journey through the South Island, where you'll immerse yourself in the breathtaking landscapes of New Zealand for 24 weeks of adventuring. Based in Queenstown you'll dive into the heart of the action as you conquer vast landscapes, navigate native forests, and explore the Southern
Oyster Worldwide
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Kickstart your equine career with Paid Horse Work in Australia – the perfect opportunity for horse lovers aged 18 to 30 with a sense of adventure. Step straight into a guaranteed, pre-arranged paid groom role at a leading Australian stud farm, organised before you leave home. Begin your journey wit
See All 5 ProgramsA Guide to Working Holiday Gap Years
Popular Locations
Gap year working holiday programs allow you spend a year abroad and get paid! Here are our top locations.
Australia. Ah, good old Oz! Can you think of a better country to travel for work and pleasure? The continent down under is off the chart when it comes to uber-cool cities, beaches, and Mad Max/out-of-this-world landscapes. Work overseas for your gap year in Sydney. Go to the office on weekdays and pound the waves at Bondi on the weekends. If you’re more of a culture vulture, head to Melbourne for lots of live music and awesome food. If you’re more about fun in the sun, head to Brisbane, the gateway to Australia’s Sunshine Coast.
New Zealand. You can easily get gap year jobs abroad (paid ones!) in Kiwiland! If you love the outdoors, New Zealand is pure paradise with lots of backpacking, camping, skiing, zorbing, glacier walking, and hiking to keep you busy! Channel your inner elf or hobbit and make your Middle Earth dream a reality. Learn about Maori culture and tuck into a sumptuous hangi feast in Rotorua. Go whale watching in Kaikoura and penguin spotting in Dunedin. Find jobs in agriculture, sales, retail, or hospitality in Auckland and Wellington on the North Island or in Queenstown, the adventure capital of the South Island.
What Else You Need to Know
Costs. It’s important to prove you have enough funds before you apply for each working holiday visa. This is recommended as a cushion when you’ve just arrived and still trying to find employment. The cost of living will differ from country to country. Head to FundMyTravel to start planning your trip now.
Accommodations. While on your working holiday gap year, accommodation is fairly easy to find. You may find yourself renting with others in a shared house or apartment. Alternatively, you may be able to work in a hostel and get a free room. If you choose to work on a farm, you may also be able to stay with your host family/employer for free or at a subsidized cost.
Visas. This is a no brainer if you want to work overseas. Some visas are only open to folks between the ages of 18-30 while others are not so fussy. Need more deets? Check out GoAbroad Travel Resources.
Safety. In general, if you’re on a working holiday visa, you should have fun but don’t go too crazy. Working holiday countries like Ireland, New Zealand, and Australia are generally stable and safe, but you should still be aware of your surroundings at all times.
GoAbroad’s Inside Scoop
To make the most of your gap year working holiday, be open to new experiences and making new friends. Never say no to any invitation from a local, because that’s the best way to experience a culture firsthand! Also, don’t think it’ll always be unicorns and rainbows—spending a long time away from home may cause homesickness. Keep in touch and share your stories with the folks back home via social media.
Pay attention to this very important travel tip before setting off for gap year jobs abroad: Paid work or not, don’t overpack! Sure you’ll be spending a year abroad, but will you really need those glitter heels if you’re heading to a sheep farm in New Zealand? Think climate and think practical. You really don’t want to be lugging around lots of stuff halfway around the world for nothing!
Working holiday gap years are a fantastic opportunity to get out there and earn real bucks. International work experience, even if it’s just seasonal, will also look great on a resume and show you can adapt to another culture in the long term. Keep reading! Find out why gap year travel programs aren't just for teens.
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