Location:

Brisbane, Australia

Program Type:

Study Abroad

Degree Level:

Undergraduate

Term:

Academic Year, Rolling Starts, Year Round

Program Overview

Program Description:

You will start the program with a three-night stay at a beachside resort. Once you have had the chance to recover from jetlag, you will begin a five-day orientation program on a working farm. During this time, you will have the opportunity to select the right job for you. You will learn new skills, ride horses and bikes, meet others and have a great time!

AIDE Abroad’s Work Outback program will allow you to work abroad in a paid position on a ranch or in a small town in rural Australia. Positions include farm work, domestic or childcare work on a farm, or rural hospitality work.

AIDE Abroad Work Abroad Services: • Guaranteed paid work placement in the Australian Outback • In most cases, in addition to your salary, you will receive room and board while you are working* • Visa assistance to obtain your work visa** • Pre-departure orientation and detailed handbook • Travel Medical Insurance • Airport pickup and transportation to accommodations • First nights' accommodation and breakfast • 3-night stay at a beachside resort and subsequent transportation to orientation*** • 5 day orientation at farm in Queensland: one day for administration and four days for the course and orientation**** • Assistance obtaining a tax file number • Assistance opening a bank account • Letter forwarding and message passing for the duration of the visa (within reason) • Full-time local representative in Australia • 24/7 personal support and emergency number • Certificate of completion (upon request) • An Aussie All Rounder hat and a T-Shirt

Setting Description:

Work in rural Australia and see what it's like to live like an Australian! Our Work Outback program will place you in a paid position in a small town in the famous Australian Outback.