GoSolo: Independent Working Holiday Gap Year Abroad
Program Overview
Want to work and travel abroad without joining a fully planned program? GoSolo gives Canadians ages 18–35 the freedom to build their own working holiday in Australia, New Zealand, Ireland or Germany, with support before departure and while abroad.
You choose where you go, where you live, what jobs you apply for and how you spend your time. We help make the complicated parts a little less complicated.
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Program Highlights
Quick Details
- After College
- Career Break / Mid-Career
- Post High School
- During College
- Adventure Travel
- Work Exchanges
- Working Holiday
- Canadian
Updated Sep 28, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Australia
- Germany
- Ireland
- New Zealand
Types & Subjects
- Types
- Adventure Travel
- Work Exchanges
- Working Holiday
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- Canadian
- This Program is also open to Couples
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
- University Senior (4th Year)
- University 5th Year or More
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
- Some college credit, no degree
- Trade/technical/vocational training
- Bachelor’s degree
- Associate degree
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Group living
- Other
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Phone/Video Interview
- Travel Insurance
- Application Fee
- Background Check
Age Requirement
18-35
Duration
- After College
- Career Break / Mid-Career
- Post High School
- During College
Starts At
- 12 months or longer depending on the destination and visa or permit available: $55
Payment Terms
- Upfront Deposit
- Scholarships
- Payment Plan
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