Work in New Zealand with JENZA
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Live the high life as a ski lift attendant, play the field working in a vineyard or cause a stir as a barista with a working holiday in New Zealand. Why Work New Zealand Home to spellbinding scenery, rich Māori heritage and a laid-back ‘too easy’ attitude – Aeoteroa (New Zealand) is a magical place to work on your gap year or career break. Depending on your nationality, you can stay for 1-3 years and do most types of work – from casual backpacker jobs to roles that are more related to your profession or trade. How it works We include everything you need to get your New Zealand working holiday off the ground – including visa guidance, in-country job support, help sorting all the nerdy bank account and tax stuff, and either a 4-day or 9-day group arrival in Auckland to help you find your feet and your people. Who can go You’ll need to hold a passport that is eligible for New Zealand’s working holiday scheme, and be either 18-30 or 18-35 to apply (passport dependent).
Live the high life as a ski lift attendant, play the field working in a vineyard or cause a stir as a barista with a working holiday in New Zealand. Why Work New Zealand Home to spellbinding scenery, rich Māori heritage and a laid-back ‘too easy’ attitude – Aeoteroa (New Zealand) is a magical place to work on your gap year or career break. Depending on your nationality, you can stay for 1-3 years and do most types of work – from casual backpacker jobs to roles that are more related to your profession or trade. How it works We include everything you need to get your New Zealand working holiday off the ground – including visa guidance, in-country job support, help sorting all the nerdy bank account and tax stuff, and either a 4-day or 9-day group arrival in Auckland to help you find your feet and your people. Who can go You’ll need to hold a passport that is eligible for New Zealand’s working holiday scheme, and be either 18-30 or 18-35 to apply (passport dependent).
Program Highlights
4-day or 9-day arrival support, including hostel nights, in-country job support and help sorting all the nerdy bank account and tax stuff
New Zealand working holiday visas allow you to do casual or career jobs anywhere in New Zealand
New Zealand also has one of the highest minimum wages in the world – currently NZD $23.15/hour
Before you go, we'll give you step-by-step instructions on how to apply for your New Zealand working holiday visa
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Quick Details
- Auckland, New Zealand
- Career Break / Mid-Career
- After College
- Post High School
- Working Holiday
- American
- Vietnamese
- Uruguayan
- British
- Scottish
- Irish
- Turkish
- Thai
- Slovak
- Slovenian
- Spanish
- Swedish
- Taiwanese
- Dutch
- Norwegian
- Peruvian
- Filipino
- Polish
- Portuguese
- Italian
- Israeli
- Japanese
- Korean
- Latvian
- Lithuanian
- Luxembourg
- Malaysian
- Maltese
- Mexican
- Croatian
- Czech
- Danish
- Estonian
- Finnish
- French
- German
- Hungarian
- Argentinian
- Austrian
- Belgian
- Brazilian
- Canadian
- Chilean
- Chinese
Program Details
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Locations
- Auckland, New Zealand
Types and Subjects
- Types
- Working Holiday
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- Career Break / Mid-Career
- After College
- Post High School
Age Requirement
18-35
Guidelines
- American
- Vietnamese
- Uruguayan
- British
- Scottish
- Irish
- Turkish
- Thai
- Slovak
- Slovenian
- Spanish
- Swedish
- Taiwanese
- Dutch
- Norwegian
- Peruvian
- Filipino
- Polish
- Portuguese
- Italian
- Israeli
- Japanese
- Korean
- Latvian
- Lithuanian
- Luxembourg
- Malaysian
- Maltese
- Mexican
- Croatian
- Czech
- Danish
- Estonian
- Finnish
- French
- German
- Hungarian
- Argentinian
- Austrian
- Belgian
- Brazilian
- Canadian
- Chilean
- Chinese
This Program is also open to Couples, Group
Starts At
Program Cost Includes
- Some Accommodation
- Welcome Dinner
- Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
- Public Transportation Pass
- On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
- In-Country Orientation
Refund Policy
Other
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to get a New Zealand working holiday visa?
It can take anywhere between 24 hours and 2-3 weeks to get your visa approved. However, as the New Zealand Government make the final decision, it may take longer – up to six weeks if they require further information. We don’t recommend booking your flights until your visa is approved.
What types of work can I do in New Zealand?
Your visa allows you to work anywhere in New Zealand and in any sector – meaning you can do casual work or work more related to your profession, training, trade or vocation. Typical backpacker jobs include ski season work, fruit picking, farm work, waitressing, bartending, construction, labouring, shop work, hostel work, hotel work, housekeeping, sales, promotions, tourism, and childcare such as au pair or nannying.
How much can I earn working in New Zealand?
Most entry level, casual or backpacker jobs will pay at least the New Zealand minimum wage or higher depending on the role and location. If you’re doing work more connected to your career, trade or training – your earning potential is uncapped on this visa.
Is doing a working holiday in New Zealand worth it?
In our very bias opinion, absolutely! Getting a working holiday New Zealand visa allows you to work when you want and travel when you want – funding your time out there. This allows you to stay out for longer and experience New Zealand in a more authentic way than if you were just visiting. While New Zealand is small, it is packed to the rafters with things to do and see and is home to every activity under the sun.
Do many people travel on their own?
Yes! 80% of people on our Work New Zealand packages start out as solo travellers. We have monthly departures with up to 45 people per departure, so you’ll be with a like-minded group of 18-30 somethings from all over the world. Before you go, we'll also give you access to a group chat with other travellers arriving in NZ at the same time as you so that you can start to get to know each other and arrange to meet up if you’re arriving early.
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Live the high life as a ski lift attendant, play the field working in a vineyard or cause a stir as a barista with a working holiday in New Zealand. Why Work New Zealand Home to spellbinding scenery, rich Māori heritage and a laid-back ‘too easy’ attitude – Aeoteroa (New Zealand) is a magical place to work on your gap year or career break. Depending on your nationality, you can stay for 1-3 years and do most types of work – from casual backpacker jobs to roles that are more related to your profession or trade. How it works We include everything you need to get your New Zealand working holiday off the ground – including visa guidance, in-country job support, help sorting all the nerdy bank account and tax stuff, and either a 4-day or 9-day group arrival in Auckland to help you find yo...
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Live the high life as a ski lift attendant, play the field working in a vineyard or cause a stir as a barista with a working holiday in New Zealand. Why Work New Zealand Home to spellbinding scenery, rich Māori heritage and a laid-back ‘too easy’ attitude – Aeoteroa (New Zealand) is a magical place to work on your gap year or career break. Depending on your nationality, you can stay for 1-3 years and do most types of work – from casual backpacker jobs to roles that are more related to your profession or trade. How it works We include everything you need to get your New Zealand working holiday off the ground – including visa guidance, in-country job support, help sorting all the nerdy bank account and tax stuff, and either a 4-day or 9-day group arrival in Auckland to help you find yo...
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