Join a friendly Aussie host family and experience life Down Under!
Au Pair Australia
Live with a host family, care for children, and experience Aussie life!
As an au pair in Australia, you’ll live with a vetted host family for 6 or 12 months, care for your host children for up to 35 hours per week, and experience Australia as a local. You’ll receive a stipend, private bedroom, and meals. This intercultural experience is a great way for U.S. citizens to help others and gain insight into Aussie culture.
Key Info
Duration
6 or 12 months
Location
Suburbs of major cities such as Melbourne and Sydney
Program Dates
Arrival orientations held multiple times throughout the year
Application Deadline
Sign up at least 3 months before your desired travel date
Requirements
- 18-30 years old at program start date
- U.S. citizen
- Graduate of an accredited U.S. high school
- At least 200 hours of childcare experience
- Driver’s license (preferred)
Program Highlights

Group Orientation
Settle in and meet other au pairs at the three-night arrival orientation

Become Part of a Family Abroad
Help with your host children's development

Friends from Around the World
Connect with fellow au pairs from all over the globe

Exciting Locations
Placements in the suburbs of cities such as Melbourne and Sydney

Welcoming Hosts
Stipend, private bedroom, and all meals included
Program Highlights
Process
Connect
Meet your host family through video chat. If you’re happy with them, we’ll advise on the next steps.
Travel
Book your flight and visa and head to Australia to join your new family!