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USA Au Pair Placements Available Now

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InterExchange Au Pair USA offers young adults from around the world the unique opportunity to live and work in the United States as au pairs for up to two years. Au pairs participate in a 12-month program with the option to extend for 6, 9, or 12 months. What is an au pair? An au pair is a caring live-in childcare provider between 18 and 26 who lives as an extended host family member in exchange for room, board, and a small stipend. In addition to providing childcare, an au pair's responsibilities may also include: * Dropping the children off at school * Picking them up from school or after-school activities * Helping with homework * Assisting in keeping the children's rooms clean * Cooking light meals for the children While au pairs mainly provide childcare for the host family, they have plenty of free time to make the most of their stay in the U.S. They receive a $500 credit for taking educational classes at local schools and participate in monthly meetings and activities planned with other au pairs in their community.

Program Highlights

Live and work in the U.S. for one year and have the option to extend for another year or a shorter period.

Receive monetary credit for taking academic classes at a local school.

Join monthly "cluster" meetings and activities planned with other au pairs in your community.

Explore the U.S. for up to 30 days after your program has ended.

Benefit from program inclusions, such as accident and sickness insurance.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Atlanta, United States
  • Austin, United States
  • Baltimore, United States
  • Boston, United States
  • Boulder, United States
  • Chicago, United States
  • Connecticut, United States
  • Dallas, United States
  • Denver, United States
  • Detroit, United States
  • Houston, United States
  • Los Angeles, United States
  • New Jersey, United States
  • New York, United States
  • North Carolina, United States
  • Philadelphia, United States
  • Portland, United States
  • San Diego, United States
  • San Francisco, United States
  • San Jose, United States
  • Seattle, United States
  • St. Louis, United States
  • Washington D.C., United States
Starts At: No Upfront Fees
Availability
Year(s) Offered: Year Round
Age Requirement: 18-25
Types & Subjects
Fields:
  • Au Pair
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Last Updated: Aug 24, 2026

Awards

Top Rated Adventure Travel Organization 2022

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

4

Total Reviews

2

A brief description of my experience

October 26, 2023by: Tsholofelo Mosheleba - South Africa
4

Honestly speaking, I've never been abroad or anywhere outside South Africa, and that's my goal,to explore the world,to be adventurous and grow in learning more about the world and people from different parts of the world.

A picture of myself.

Aupair for 18 month

May 25, 2018by: Simon - France
4

The Aupair program with interexchange was one of the best experience in my life. The organisation guide you and help you all the way from the begining to the end. The are always here to answer your questions, doubt, down moments etc... The also set up a lot to male sure you get in your experience the best way possible : event, meetings, tips, advices, etc. You never feel alone with them and they work closely with you and your host family. Its a high quality job that they do. If you like traveling, learn about new culture, like kids and be involved in a foreign family. I advice you the aupair program with Interexchange. Thank you very much for this amazing experience !

Program Details

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Locations

  • Atlanta, United States
  • Austin, United States
  • Baltimore, United States
  • Boston, United States
  • Boulder, United States
  • Chicago, United States
  • Connecticut, United States
  • Dallas, United States
  • Denver, United States
  • Detroit, United States
  • Houston, United States
  • Los Angeles, United States
  • New Jersey, United States
  • New York, United States
  • North Carolina, United States
  • Philadelphia, United States
  • Portland, United States
  • San Diego, United States
  • San Francisco, United States
  • San Jose, United States
  • Seattle, United States
  • St. Louis, United States
  • Washington D.C., United States

Types and Subjects

  • Fields
  • Au Pair

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Age Requirement

18-25

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Solo

Starts At

No Upfront Fees

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Medical / Accident Insurance
  • International Airfare
  • Pre-Departure Orientation
  • On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
  • In-Country Orientation
  • Cultural Training / Program / Orientation
  • Job Placement

Refund Policy

Refund with conditions

Accommodation Options

  • Home-stays

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
  • Some college credit, no degree

Application Procedures

  • Phone/Video Interview
  • In-Person Interview Required
  • Online Application

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are host families located in the USA?

Au Pair USA works with host families across the United States. Most families live in suburban areas near major cities, while some are located within the cities themselves. No matter where your new host family lives, you can be sure it's a comfortable home where you will have your own room and plenty to see and do in your community.
 

How long is the Au Pair USA program?

The au pair program requires an initial 12-month commitment. If you successfully complete your first 12-months, you have the option of requesting a program extension for an additional 6, 9 or 12 months.

Do you accept male au pairs?

Yes, we place both male and female au pairs on our program.

Do I need to have experience driving a car?

Almost all host families need someone who can drive and has at least one year of driving experience. If you are a safe, experienced driver, then it will be easier for you to match with a host family. In most American cities, driving is the primary method of transportation.

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InterExchange Au Pair USA offers young adults from around the world the unique opportunity to live and work in the United States as au pairs for up to two years. Au pairs participate in a 12-month program with the option to extend for 6, 9, or 12 months. What is an au pair? An au pair is a caring live-in childcare provider between 18 and 26 who lives as an extended host family member in exchange for room, board, and a small stipend. In addition to providing childcare, an au pair's responsibilities may also include: * Dropping the children off at school * Picking them up from school or after-school activities * Helping with homework * Assisting in keeping the children's rooms clean * Cooking light meals for the children While au pairs mainly provide childcare for the host family, they h...

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