Become an Au Pair Outside the United States

As a participant in our au pair abroad program, you’ll be placed with a thoroughly vetted host family who is excited to welcome you into their home for a mutually beneficial cultural exchange. In addition to providing live-in childcare, you’ll become part of the family, assisting with household responsibilities, sharing meals, and embracing their customs and traditions.

Many of our au pairs build special, lasting bonds with their host families, with many even reuniting after their au pair program ends. Experience a cultural exchange that goes beyond childcare—it’s an opportunity to create lifelong connections.

Immersing yourself in a new culture through an au pair abroad program provides unparalleled opportunities to learn a language beyond what any classroom can offer. As an au pair, you’ll go beyond basic grammar, engaging in real-life conversations that develop mental flexibility, non-verbal communication skills, and critical thinking.

In addition to the extensive language practice you’ll experience daily, being an au pair allows you to learn the true essence of a culture through its customs, traditions, and daily routines. This cultural immersion offers a unique and profound understanding of your host country, making it an ideal way to deepen both language skills and cultural awareness.

As a participant in our cultural exchange program, you’ll have the rare opportunity to experience world-famous destinations and attractions first-hand. While technology offers glimpses through photos, video, and virtual reality, nothing compares to the awe and wonder of personal travel experiences.

Imagine standing atop the Eiffel Tower in Paris at night, feeling the humbling presence of the Colosseum in Rome, or admiring the intricate details of each carved statue in the Trevi Fountain. These moments go beyond what a photograph can capture, offering an unforgettable cultural travel experience you’ll cherish for a lifetime.

Embarking on an exchange program means creating lifelong friendships while having the experience of a lifetime! During your term abroad, you’ll enjoy countless opportunities to meet people from diverse cultures and backgrounds. Whether you’re attending group activities with fellow au pairs or joining language study sessions, the connections you make abroad will enrich your personal and professional life for years to come. Embrace this chance to grow your global network and create lasting memories through meaningful cultural connections and friendships.

Through language and cultural immersion, our participants gain invaluable benefits by experiencing life from a new perspective. Living abroad as an au pair allows you to develop a deeper respect for diverse cultures, customs, and traditions, fostering an openness to meeting new people and adapting to different ways of life.

Upon returning from your exchange experience, you’ll have a unique understanding of what it truly means to be a global citizen. Having explored the wider world and embraced different cultures, you’ll gain the confidence to find your place in an interconnected global community.

Becoming an au pair abroad provides the added benefit of enhancing your employability in today’s increasingly globalized job market. As more employers seek professionals with international experience, your exchange term will better equip you to stand out in a competitive job environment.

In addition to learning a second language, exchange participants demonstrate a remarkable ability to quickly adapt to changing circumstances and manage challenges with ease. A deeper understanding of different cultures is a highly sought-after trait, particularly in international companies that value cross-cultural competency and global perspectives.