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Melbourne Gap Year: Paid Work Opportunities in Australia

by: Grabatour Travel

4.82 (11)

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.

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!

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Melbourne, Australia
Starts At: $600-900, $900-1250
Availability
Year(s) Offered: Year Round
Age Requirement: 18-30
Types & Subjects
Fields:
  • Accounting
  • Administrative
  • Agriculture
  • Animal Sciences
  • Anthropology
  • Archaeology
  • Architecture
  • Art & Fine Arts
  • Art History
  • Astronomy & Astrophysics
  • Au Pair
  • Aviation
  • Biochemistry
  • Biology
  • Biomedical Science
  • Business
  • Call Center
  • Camp Counselor & Trip Leader
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Chemistry
  • Civil Engineering
  • Communications
  • Computer Science
  • Construction
  • Counseling
  • Creative Writing
  • Criminal Justice
  • Culinary Arts & Cooking
  • Dentistry
  • Development
  • Ecology
  • Economics
  • Education
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Environmental Management
  • Environmental Studies
  • Fashion Business
  • Fashion Design
  • Finance
  • Food Science & Nutrition
  • Forestry
  • Geology
  • Graphic Design
  • Health Administration
  • Health Sciences
  • History
  • Horticulture
  • Hospitality
  • Human Resources
  • Human Rights
  • Humanities
  • Industrial & Manufacturing
  • Information Systems
  • Interior Design
  • International Relations
  • International Trade
  • Journalism
  • Kinesiology & Exercise Science
  • Labor & Industrial Relations
  • Law
  • Liberal Arts
  • Library & Information Science
  • Linguistics
  • Marine Science
  • Marketing, Advertising, & PR
  • Mathematics
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Media
  • Medicine
  • Meteorology
  • Museum Studies
  • Music
  • National Park
  • Nursing
  • Parks & Recreation
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Philosophy
  • Photography
  • Physical Therapy
  • Physics
  • Political Science & Politics
  • Psychology
  • Public Administration & Government
  • Ranch
  • Real Estate
  • Religious Work
  • Resort
  • Sales
  • Scuba
  • Ski Resort
  • Social Sciences
  • Social Work
  • Sociology
  • Spanish
  • Sports
  • Statistics
  • Sustainable Development
  • Technology
  • Theater, Drama, & Dance
  • Theology
  • Tourism
  • Web Design
  • Women's Studies
  • Zoology & Wildlife Sciences
Types:
  • Adventure Travel
  • Au Pair
  • Jobs
  • Working Holiday
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Last Updated: May 27, 2026

Awards

Program Reviews

Hear what past participants have to say about the programs

Overall Rating

4.82

Total Reviews

11

The Perfect Start to My Australian Adventure – Highly Recommend!

February 17, 2025by: Sophie Laplane - United States
5

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!

Excellent working holiday intro tour in Melbourne

February 17, 2025by: Alexandra Paul - United States
5

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!

Melbourne Gap year is an excellent intro tour in Australia

July 08, 2022by: Verez Gonzalez - Argentina
5

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!!

Had the best time

September 08, 2019by: Lucie Arnaz - Netherlands
5

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.

My experience

August 05, 2019by: Nkechi sylveria Omhenra - Nigeria
4

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.

Great start to a great adventure!

July 12, 2019by: Jenny Agutter - Netherlands
5

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.

A person by the side of street murals

Best possible start to my year in Oz

June 13, 2019by: Harry Saunders - United Kingdom
5

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!!

Melbourne at nightStreet art

Great experience

May 07, 2019by: Lily Aldridge - Belgium
5

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!

Great intro week and job finding assistance in Melbourne

May 07, 2019by: Taylor Misiak - Germany
4

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!

City walk in Melbourne with some new friends

Great tour package in Melbourne

April 19, 2019by: Robin Zander - United States
5

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!

Photo of me in Melbourne during the city walk

Oz gap year in Melbourne

April 16, 2019by: Samuel Schindler - Germany
5

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!!

Program Details

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Locations

  • Melbourne, Australia

Types and Subjects

  • Fields
  • Accounting
  • Administrative
  • Agriculture
  • Animal Sciences
  • Anthropology
  • Archaeology
  • Architecture
  • Art & Fine Arts
  • Art History
  • Astronomy & Astrophysics
  • Au Pair
  • Aviation
  • Biochemistry
  • Biology
  • Biomedical Science
  • Business
  • Call Center
  • Camp Counselor & Trip Leader
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Chemistry
  • Civil Engineering
  • Communications
  • Computer Science
  • Construction
  • Counseling
  • Creative Writing
  • Criminal Justice
  • Culinary Arts & Cooking
  • Dentistry
  • Development
  • Ecology
  • Economics
  • Education
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Environmental Management
  • Environmental Studies
  • Fashion Business
  • Fashion Design
  • Finance
  • Food Science & Nutrition
  • Forestry
  • Geology
  • Graphic Design
  • Health Administration
  • Health Sciences
  • History
  • Horticulture
  • Hospitality
  • Human Resources
  • Human Rights
  • Humanities
  • Industrial & Manufacturing
  • Information Systems
  • Interior Design
  • International Relations
  • International Trade
  • Journalism
  • Kinesiology & Exercise Science
  • Labor & Industrial Relations
  • Law
  • Liberal Arts
  • Library & Information Science
  • Linguistics
  • Marine Science
  • Marketing, Advertising, & PR
  • Mathematics
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Media
  • Medicine
  • Meteorology
  • Museum Studies
  • Music
  • National Park
  • Nursing
  • Parks & Recreation
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Philosophy
  • Photography
  • Physical Therapy
  • Physics
  • Political Science & Politics
  • Psychology
  • Public Administration & Government
  • Ranch
  • Real Estate
  • Religious Work
  • Resort
  • Sales
  • Scuba
  • Ski Resort
  • Social Sciences
  • Social Work
  • Sociology
  • Spanish
  • Sports
  • Statistics
  • Sustainable Development
  • Technology
  • Theater, Drama, & Dance
  • Theology
  • Tourism
  • Web Design
  • Women's Studies
  • Zoology & Wildlife Sciences
  • Types
  • Adventure Travel
  • Au Pair
  • Jobs
  • Working Holiday

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Gap Year Timing:
  • Post High School
  • During College
  • After College

Age Requirement

18-30

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Group

Starts At

$600-900, $900-1250

Program Cost Includes

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

Accommodation Options

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

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

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