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Melbourne Gap Year: Paid Work Opportunities in Australia

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$600-900, $900-1,250Program Costs
4.8 / 5Overall Rating
11Reviews

Program Overview

Are you looking for the perfect package to start your Working Holiday and find paid work in Australia?

This program is the perfect way to start your Aussie Adventure. Spend a fun-filled week with action-packed activities while learning about life, travel, and career and establishing relationships with new gap buddies. It is an amazing eight-day group tour showing you the best of Melbourne and beyond.

Then, it's time to get job hunting with the help of our expert jobs team in Sydney or Melbourne. We will help you find a job and set you up for a year of paid work. Get advice and assistance organizing interviews and arranging accommodation, support with one-on-one employment meetings, plus lifetime access to employer database and advice. What’s even better, you’ll meet new mates and make lasting friendships!

To find full-time paid work in Australia, you must be between 18 and 30 and be eligible for a working holiday visa (subclass 417 or 462). We cater to a group of young individuals, so book with your friends! We'll help you plan and arrange any further travel or jobs after your first week.

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Program Highlights

Explore Sydney or Melbourne in the first week.
Benefit from amazing activities, all transfers, all accommodation, and some meals and drinks included in the program.
Establish good relationships with people you meet!
Find a paid job or an internship in Australia.
Go on a trip of a lifetime, together with new friends from different parts of the globe!

What's Included

Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
All Program Activity Costs
Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)

Program Details

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Locations

  • Melbourne, Australia

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • Year Round

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities
  • This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Group

Education Levels & Language

  • Language
  • English
  • Education
  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Group living
  • Independent living
  • Other

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

Age Requirement

18-30

Duration

  • Post High School
  • During College
  • After College

Starts At

$600-900, $900-1,250

Program Reviews

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4.8
11 reviews

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Health & Safety
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Professional Development
4.8
Community
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Compensation
4.7

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Sophie LaplaneUnited States · February 2025

The Perfect Start to My Australian Adventure – Highly Recommend!

Joining the Melbourne Gap Year tour with Grabatour was the best way to start my working holiday in Australia. From day one, everything was well-organized, and the team made sure we had all the essentials sorted—bank accounts, tax file numbers, SIM cards, and even job support. It took away all the stress of settling in and allowed me to focus on enjoying the experience. The itinerary was a perfect balance of practical help and exciting activities. We explored Melbourne’s vibrant laneways, visited St. Kilda Beach, and got to experience the city’s amazing food and coffee culture. The guides were friendly, knowledgeable, and always ready to help with anything we needed. One of the best parts of the tour was the people. I met an incredible group of fellow travelers, and the shared experiences made it easy to form friendships. Even after the tour ended, we stayed in touch and continued exploring Australia together. If you’re planning a working holiday in Australia, I highly recommend this tour. It gives you the perfect start, a great group of friends, and the confidence to begin your adventure the right way!

Alexandra PaulUnited States · February 2025

Excellent working holiday intro tour in Melbourne

I recently joined the Melbourne Gap Year tour with Grabatour, and it was hands down the perfect way to kick-start my Australian adventure! From the moment I arrived, everything was well-organized, making the transition into a new country smooth and stress-free. The itinerary was a great mix of practical support and fun experiences. The team helped us set up essentials like bank accounts, tax file numbers, and SIM cards, which saved me so much time and hassle. They also provided great advice on job hunting, which gave me a real head start in finding work. Beyond the practical stuff, the city tours were a highlight. We explored Melbourne’s famous laneways, checked out the street art, and visited St. Kilda Beach, all while learning about the city’s culture. There were also plenty of opportunities to socialize, and I met an amazing group of people from all over the world. The support from their local team didn’t stop when the tour ended—they were always there to help with any questions I had. If you’re looking for an exciting, hassle-free way to start your working holiday in Australia, I highly recommend this tour!

Verez GonzalezArgentina · July 2022

Melbourne Gap year is an excellent intro tour in Australia

The Melbourne Gap Year Adventure from Grabatour is designed for those planning a working holiday / gap year in Australia. It is a comprehensive tour that will take you on an adventure through the heart of Melbourne and outlying areas, taking in all major attractions, hidden gems and more. After the intro week they will help you with everything you need to find a job there or give you many advices on your traveling plans. During the tour you will make friends with many other young travelers as well. A Very fun intro tour. Totally recommend!!

Lucie ArnazNetherlands · September 2019

Had the best time

It was such an amazing weak and I really enjoyed it! We had lot of fun with our guide and we were with great people in a group!! So many helpful tips and it's nice to felt welcomed no matter what time of the day or night.

Nkechi sylveria OmhenraNigeria · August 2019

My experience

I had quite a very revealing moments during my master's studies in public and health promotion in the UK, being my first time of leaving the shore of my country to more organised and advanced society. UK was an eye opener for me and to experience first hand a multicultural society.

Jenny AgutterNetherlands · July 2019

Great start to a great adventure!

Life changing experience. A great foundation that I needed to start me off; friends, travelling. You get out of it as much as you put in. Be fearless. Remember everyone on the trip is going through similar emotions. My favourite year of my life.

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Harry SaundersUnited Kingdom · June 2019

Best possible start to my year in Oz

A fantastic way to experience Australia. Our group was a diverse mix of people and we did activities that we all enjoyed. Really recommend this gap year tour for anyone wanting to come out to Oz! Helps you out so much and you have a really fun time making some friends along the way!!

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Lily AldridgeBelgium · May 2019

Great experience

I think this was a perfect experience, and the best possible way to get introduced to Australia that will get you out, about, and earning money. They provided you with help and advice, CV reviews and interview practice. Thanks guys!

Taylor MisiakGermany · May 2019

Great intro week and job finding assistance in Melbourne

Having read all the reviews, we decided to join this program for our working holiday in Australia. We had such an amazing time in Melbourne and got to see so much of the city during the intro week. I appreciate all that is written in the positive reviews. Activities were great from the start. The other people who were going in our group was nice and friendly. They kept their word and that is very important. Additionally, they helped us out with all the Aussie admin stuff during the intro week and supported us with farm work opportunities in Queensland since we all wanted to do the 88 days regional work for the second year visa extension. Highly recommended!

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Robin ZanderUnited States · April 2019

Great tour package in Melbourne

It was really amazing with all the help from the team for finding work in Oz! During 8 days we done many activities and they were fantastic and it is something I don’t regret a bit. You felt welcomed from the first day when you arrive in the accommodation (YHA). Our group leader was extremely helpful. Overall I had a great time on this tour!

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Samuel SchindlerGermany · April 2019

Oz gap year in Melbourne

Booking this paid work package was one of the best decisions I’ve made. I would recommend it to anyone. The week itself is definitely worth the money since we experienced many amazing activities such as wine tasting penguin spotting getaway trip etc.. and all the extra help especially employment help from the team is what makes this tour so unique. Everyone involved goes above and beyond to help support you and make you feel like home. I got my first job Down Under in Northern territory to extend my second year visa thank to the team. Much appreciated!!

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Recognitions & Awards

Awards and accreditations earned by this provider

Top Rated Program 2019 - Adventure Travel
Top Rated Organization 2019 - Adventure Travel
GoAbroad Top Gap Year Program 2018
GoAbroad Top Gap Year Provider 2018

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