The Association for International Development and Exchange (AIDE) provides international teach, work and volunteer placements. AIDE was launched in August 2007 as the new not for profit sister organization of Alliance Abroad Group (AAG), in order to expand upon the programs historically offered by the AAG Outbound Department. As a not for profit AIDE aims to reach a larger audience, and has more than 15 years of experience in offering programs abroad due to its affiliation with the AAG Outbound Department. Our Goal is to create programs and services for people that will create positive change in their communities in the U.S. and abroad and will enhance their chances to achieve international understanding.

Our Work & Travel Australia program helps you find paid positions anywhere in Australia. We provide you with the sponsorship necessary for the proper visa, along with the support, guidance and flexibility to find just the job you are suited for. Paid positions include: waiting tables, clerical work, telemarketing, sales and service work, production and transport work, seasonal work and call center work. Prior to arrival we will help you prepare your resume and cover letter for the Australian job market. Upon arrival you will have a pre-arranged consultation with a recruitment consultant who will go through your resume, discuss job opportunities, give housing assistance and review positions currently available. This saves you 2-3 weeks of time familiarizing yourself with the local scene and job market.

Eligibility:
* 18 - 30 years old
* Intermediate level of English
* US citizens have the option of working for up to 4 months on a Special Programs visa, or may also work for up to one year on a Work and Holiday visa. US citizens applying for a Work and Holiday visa will need to show evidence of enrollment in a post secondary course of study or hold a degree demonstrating completion
* Citizens of Canada, UK, Japan, Ireland, Netherlands, Belgium, Estonia, Taiwan, Germany, Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Finland, Malta, Cyprus, Hong Kong, France, Italy, Thailand, Chile and Korea who qualify for a Work and Holiday visa can stay for up to one year

Location: All participants start with an orientation session in Sydney. Most job placements are in Sydney, but positions can be found throughout Australia.

Length of Program: Work and Holiday visa holders can stay for up to 1 year.
US citizens that are not currently enrolled in college or have not received their degree can stay for up to 4 months.

What you get:
- Special visa sponsorship and documentation to obtain your work visa (US Citizens)
- Pre-departure Information
- Travel medical insurance
- Australian Work and Travel Orientation Guide
- Airport pickup and transfer to accommodations
- First two nights accommodation and breakfast
- Advice and assistance with resume and cover letter
- Job search advice and access to resources, including Job notice boards
- Two job offers
- Arrange and book training course (course fee additional cost)
- Assistance on finding housing
- Access to housing notice boards
- Access to internet and email
- Email and mail hold and forward
- Advice on obtaining tax file number
- Advice on opening a Bank Account
- Full-time local representative in Australia
- 24/7 personal support
- Certificate of completion (upon request)
- Salary: Working a typical 40-hour week in Australia in an unskilled position, you can expect to make around $500-$700 AUD per week. This is based on earnings of approximately $15-$17 per hour for a 40 hour work week, which is a gross wage before taxes. Due to the high tax rate for people that come to Australia on a 416 visa or Working Holiday Maker visa, the net wages are closer to $400 - $500 AUD per week (approximately $368 - $460 USD).

Learn more about AIDE’s Work & Travel Australia program here:
http://www.aideabroad.org/work/ausWorkTravel.asp

Visit us at:
http://www.aideabroad.org/