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Working Holiday Australia (Lite)

Experience
Working Holiday
Destination
Australia
Duration
3 to 36 months
Ages
18 to 35

197 others looking at this too. Next opening is Jul 2025, with limited spots.

$995

Trip overview

When you’re ready for a Working Holiday but don't need all the bells and whistles of our premium trips, Global has got you covered.

Introducing Working Holiday Australia (Lite) – an arrival service designed to get you settled in, without the job match included. You’ll get access to our custom-made job board, specifically designed for travellers like you, so you can take the next steps on your own.

So while it’s up to you to land your own job, we make it super easy for you. 

And in true Global style, included in your trip is all the important stuff like: 

  • Australia job board – Introducing the first job board where you can filter by the experience you want. Beachside vibes, backpacker party scene, or stargazing in the bush – you choose what you’re after and we’ll show you available jobs across the country that match.
  • Airport transfer (Brisbane, Melbourne, or Gold Coast) – To get you straight to your included accommodation with zero hassles or extra fees after your long flight. 
  • 3 nights at a great hostel (Gold Coast or Melbourne) – Skip the search for accommodation and waltz straight into the best hostel in the area for your first 3 nights. 
  • Arrival activities – Start your adventure (after recovering from jet lag, of course) with a range of amazing activities in the area when you first arrive. 
  • SIM card – Roaming on your home SIM can be super expensive if you’re not careful. We’ll hook you up with a local SIM with loads of data and credit for your first month, so you can stay connected without blowing your budget. 
  • Social – An exclusive network just for Global Travellers. Connect with fellow travellers before you leave home, meet up in the area, and share tips and experiences throughout your journey.
  • Academy – Your one-stop shop inside our app to learn a range of skills that make you an asset to any employer and a more interesting human, too. Once you get started, you’ll have access to a variety of courses designed to enhance your skills and become the best version of yourself.
  • Visa assistance – You don’t wanna risk this one. Rely on our guide to make sure you get the right visa approved the first time ‘round. 

This is the Working Holiday for you if you’re a resourceful traveller but you don’t wanna wing it completely.

Because you know relying on the experience of those who came before you will make your trip that much better

We’re not throwing you into the job searching market in a foreign country with no help. You’ll get access to our one-of-a-kind job board – designed specifically to help you find a job that matches the experience you want, even if you’re totally unfamiliar with Australia and all its diverse locations.  

You can forget about boring job filters like ‘Location’ or ‘Experience level’. And instead focus on what you’re most excited about doing in Australia, and find yourself a job that helps you get paid to do it. We scour the internet for the jobs working holidaymakers want, and can get, and bring them to you.

So with the power of the coolest job board on this side of the internet, it’ll be much easier to find yourself the perfect job for your Working Holiday. 

Plus – you’ll get to start your trip with a whole bunch of fun stuff lined up and 3 nights at the best hostel in town to make friends from the start.  

Most travellers book their trips 6-12 months in advance. Dates are flexible but capacity is limited – so don’t leave it ‘til the last minute. 

Looking for even more? Check out our Working Holiday in Australia or Working Holiday in Australia (Plus) trips, which includes a guaranteed job match, epic side tours & even more support.

If you’re after the ultimate Working Holiday at a lower price point and worldwide support, tap the red box to secure your spot. 

Inclusions

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Australia job board
Airport transfer (Brisbane, Melbourne, or Gold Coast)
3 nights at a hostel (Gold Coast or Melbourne)
Australian wildlife encounter (Gold Coast*)
Surf lesson (Gold Coast*)
Bar crawl (Melbourne*)
Great Ocean Road Tour (Melbourne*)
SIM card
Visa guide
Tax File Number guide
Bank account guidance
Permanent accommodation resources
Global Emergency Line
gWorld access
Social
Global Academy
Marketplace deals

Just in case it’s not clear already, we’re not an employment or recruitment agency. Read more

Qualification

To qualify for this trip you must meet the following requirements:

  • Be between 18-35 years of age
  • Be a citizen of an eligible country
  • Have no criminal convictions in the past 5 years

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Trip details

Our Working Holiday trips are designed to help you save you time, money, and stress while eliminating the risk of returning home early. 

You’ll get a full-on arrival package so you’re not hoping for the best when you arrive. 

You’ll also get access to the best job board for Working Holidayers out there. We know, because we designed it with travellers just like you in mind.

Working Holiday jobs are not like other jobs. So why should you have to rely on the regular, boring old job boards with filters that simply don’t match your travel goals?

With access to our Working Holiday job board, you don’t have to. Using advanced AI technology, we’ve scoured the internet for open jobs that will be available when you go on your trip, saving you time and effort. Our job board is tailored to provide you with job listings that are intelligently matched to your preferences, so you can focus on the adventure, not the search.

We know your experience is probably more important than the job itself. So you can filter jobs based specifically on the experience you’re most excited about having on your Working Holiday.

If you’re keen to get stuck into that famous Aussie beach culture but have no idea where to start, you can filter your job search by Tropical & Beachside or Surf & Beach Culture.

If you’d rather be immersed in the buzzing urban scene but don’t know which city is right for you, filter by City Buzz or Music & Arts Hubs.

There are 20 different filters you can choose from, based on Climate & Environment preferences or Lifestyle & Interest preferences. So you can filter by things like Outback & Remote, Backpacker Social Scene, or even Diving & Marine Adventures.

Thanks to the AI-powered matching technology, the job board is designed to be as intuitive as possible, helping you find your dream job on your working holiday in a location that best suits the lifestyle and experience you're after.

And when one job ends and you’ve used your saved-up cash to go on some wild adventure across the country, the job board will be there to help you find your next job.

But this trip isn’t all about your job. One of the most important things is growing your network ASAP so you can make lifelong connections with interesting people from all over the world.

Social will help you connect with fellow Global Travellers through our exclusive in-app social network. You will get access to this private community where you can message and meet other travellers before you even leave home, and of course, while you're on your trip. It’s the perfect place to organise meet-ups, make new friends, and get the lowdown on the best places to stay and things to see from travellers who are one step ahead of you.

So with your network sorted with potential job opportunities coming your way, what will you do about accommodation? 

If your job doesn’t provide any staff accommodation, our resources will help you find a permanent place for you to stay!

If there’s an emergency, you can use our 24 hours a day, Monday – Friday Global Emergency Line for anything urgent.

Our team is well travelled so you can rely on our experience. 

The first step can be the hardest, but we make sure every step after that is easy. So stop dreaming, start doing, and let’s turn your Working Holiday dream into reality.

Did you know we have another working holiday trip to Australia? With more inclusions, side trips and support, check out our Working Holiday in Australia or Working Holiday in Australia (Plus) trips.

Requirements

To qualify for this trip you must meet the visa requirements.

What extra costs will I have?

Flights, travel insurance, visa, accommodation, criminal background check, souvenirs & spending money.

Trip itinerary

Before you leave

We’ll have your first 3 nights booked at the best hostel in town, your arrival activities lined up, and your airport transfer prepped for your arrival.  Upon booking you’ll also get access to the job board, so you can start browsing and applying for jobs before you even leave. 

First 3 Nights

You’ll be whisked off to your accommodation by your airport transfer and booked in for your arrival activities. No need to hit the ground running here. Take the first day to settle in, recover from your jetlag, and meet some of the other travellers in your hostel.  Don’t forget to log in to Social, announce your arrival, and link up with fellow Global Travellers. Since you’re in charge of finding your own job, networking is important. Even fellow travellers could open you up to a job opportunity that could change your life.

Ongoing

You’ll have access to Academy to learn all sorts of cool things for your trip, Social to meet other Global Travellers wherever you are in Australia, and Marketplace for major deals on things like phone plans, tours & more. We’re always adding new deals so check back regularly.  You’ll also have access to Global’s 24 hour emergency line Monday – Friday, to contact our international emergency team. 

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Frequently asked questions

Why are you the best company to choose?

As the world’s leading gap-year and "work & travel" company, we pride ourselves on providing a premium service for Global Travellers. Choose from a variety of awesome experiences worldwide, and let us assist you with visas, pre-departure preparations, flights, insurance, and tours. Throughout your journey, our cool tech features will support you every step of the way. As a Global Traveller, gain access to gWorld, our personalised app designed to enhance your travel experience. Keep important documents and trip details handy, and take advantage of exclusive Marketplace deals, a vibrant social network, language learning resources, side trips, meet-ups, and more. It's like having all your favorite travel apps merged into one, but even better! But our support doesn't end there. With four international offices, over 100 dedicated staff members, a 24/5 emergency team, and the backing of over 90,000 Global Travellers who have turned their travel dreams into reality with us, rest assured you're in good hands. We also proudly boast the most and best reviews in the biz, and maintain a massive following on our social channels including Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook. Embark on your next adventure with confidence and ease. Join us and discover the world in a meaningful way!

Are flights & insurance included?

While we would love to include flights and insurance in our trip packages, it is not feasible to have a fixed price due to the diverse destinations, trip durations, and individual coverage needs of our travellers from around the globe. However, once you register for the trip, we will assign you a dedicated Travel Concierge. They will work closely with you to arrange the ideal flights and insurance tailored to your specific adventure. Rest assured, our team is here to ensure you have a smooth and hassle-free travel experience from start to finish!

Why should I book now?

After the last unexpected disruption to travel caused by the..c word..people are now more eager than ever to venture out and explore the world, determined not to miss out on any experiences. Global Work & Travel works on a first-in-best-dressed basis. Booking earlier ensures that you don’t miss out on the best intake, season, placements and more! We recommend our travellers take 6-12+ months to plan their trip for a reason - to make sure you’ve got everything organised perfectly, stress-free. As a Global Traveller you’ll get exclusive access to gWorld, our personalised app where you can keep all of your important documents and trip details in one spot and gain insider access to everything Global. This is where you will find exclusive Marketplace Deals, a unique social network to connect you with other like-minded Global Travellers, access to our Academy with an ever-growing range of skills & languages, and so much more. Think all of your favourite apps merged into one, but like, better? Why not give yourself something to look forward to by booking that trip!

Can I travel with a friend or partner?

Absolutely! For most of our trips, we can help arrange for you and your friends to be together - so you can live, work, play, and explore the world side by side. But that’s not all! You can also earn extra travel funds just by referring your friends to Global Work & Travel. It’s super simple, and you’ll find all the details about our referral rewards program inside your gWorld account once you’ve joined. Flying solo? No worries. We’ve made it easier than ever to connect with other Global Travellers heading to the same region through Social. Just like any social platform, you’ll be able to chat, share, and meet others doing similar trips - so you’re never really travelling alone.

Can I bring my pet along?

At Global Work & Travel, we share a deep love for animals and fully understand the special bond you have with your pet. We recognise the challenges of embarking on a trip without them. Due to travel restrictions, requirements, and limited pet-friendly accommodations among our host organisations, we regretfully cannot facilitate their inclusion in the journey. However, many of our customers choose to entrust their pets to a family member or friend, embark on their adventure, and return home to wagging tails and furry cuddles.

What happens if I need to cancel my trip?

We know that life can get in the way of travel, so all our trips come with a great deal of flexibility. In most cases, if you cannot travel on your selected date, you can place your trip on hold to deal with whatever is holding you back, and continue in the future without incurring any penalty. You may also have the option of transferring to an entirely different trip and destination as well, or even transferring your trip to a friend or family member. In the event that you need to outright cancel your trip, if you give us 84* days notice you can do so with only a 50% cancellation fee. Your refund of the balance will come in the form of a Store Credit which you can put toward any other trip that we offer, including tours through third-party providers, as well as holidays through DealsAway.com, and is valid for 2 years from date of issue. As international travel can be complex, your options are based on the progress of your trip organisation and our support team can assist you in finding the best solution for your needs.

How it works

1. Choose a trip style

Find your dream experience & destination, then secure your spot with a flexible & low deposit. Activate your gWorld to unlock some cool perks. Well done! The hardest part’s over!

2. Dive into gWorld

Jump into gWorld to explore our job board, browse exclusive Marketplace deals, and connect with fellow travellers. Share your journey on social and start building your travel community from day one.

3. Time to go!

We’ll get your tickets, accommodation & transfers ready. Our in-country team or partner will have everything prepared & waiting for your arrival. Get on the plane with no worries!

4. Global support

Never stress, knowing we’re there with you when you need us with ongoing & unlimited local team support. And just in case, we’ve got an emergency team on stand-by, 24 hours, Mon-Fri.

Still have questions?

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Worldwide support

Know that someone is always ready to assist throughout the journey & they’re only a call, tweet, comment, text or double tap away, 24/5.

We're the experts

With over 15 years in the industry and a team of over 90 passionate pros, you can bet we know our stuff better than anyone else.

Partner network

We have over 1,200 partners around the globe, so we have access to plenty of exclusive opportunities to make your trip the best it can be.

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