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Awesome Work & Travel

Anyone can be cool, but AWESOME takes practice!

Awesome Travel is a culture exchange work and travel company. For more than a decade we’ve been assisting young opportunity seeking South African graduates and professionals to work abroad on short term contracts.

We also offer an inbound program giving participants the opportunity to work in social and conservation programs throughout South Africa.

The opportunities offered prove an invaluable addition on any young South African’s CV. We offer full support throughout the entire process. Support includes covering everything from visa, flights, insurance, jobs, housing etc.

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Camp Exchange
USA

Summer Camp in the United States is a way of life. Over a million children a year in a America attend a camp and in South Africa we look for young councilors who are keen to travel to America for the summer to work with kids, teach a sport or an activity. Most people who go to camp say it is the greatest job you will ever have because you are paid to do a hobby or sport you love.  So if you like children and have a sport or skill you love doing and are happy to teach it to children, then camp is for you.

  • Interested applicants must be between the ages of 19-27
  • Must have experience with children, not necessarily as a form of profession but a profession related to fields of teaching, coach and youth/social worker is an advantage. In general have a set of skill to offer to children.
  • Must be South African, or have a valid visa to be in South Africa
  • Prepared to work hard and commit to the conditions and cultures set for camp and America as a country.

  • Program applications are open year around.
  • It takes a minimum of 2-3 months to place candidates and process everything needed for the visa program.
  • The program is a minimum of 9 weeks. It is best to APPLY EARLY.

The Visa classed used for this program is the J1 exchange Visa.

After you have completed your program, you have a 30 day grace period in which you may travel America.

During your employment at the summer camp, you will earn a minimum if $950 for the while duration of your contact. The location that your camp can be varies as there are over 12 000 Summer Camps in America and any one of them can select you to offer a position.

It is a requirement that all flight details are handled by Awesome Travel through our flight department. This includes the free flight change that is offered with the ticket of which you can request day of when you would like to change the flight to and we will aim for the closest date possible if not the exact date.

As a camp councilor, in your position you would be in charge of setting up and managing a program/activity schedule that is in line with your activity, be it archery, rock climbing, swimming or even boating.

The skills that are required at camp do not need to be professional or qualified. As long as you have experience in the skill, confidence and are willing to lead your activity with children then that is all that is needed.

Total costs: R7599 (Please note that Visa and passport costs are not included)

This cost includes:

  • Application assistance throughout the process
  • In-person or webcam interviews to determine visa eligibility
  • Visa application and scheduling assistance
  • Periodic pre-departure program resources and tools
  • In-person pre-departure Program Orientation
  • Assistance with flight scheduling
  • Visa sponsorship including DS-2019 Form issuance
  • One night accommodation at Meet & Greet site upon US arrival if chosen by your camp
  • Ground transportation information and assistance upon arrival to the US to Meet & Greet (if chosen by your camp) or your camp’s pick-up point. All transfer costs associated with transport to Meet & Greet are the responsibility of the applicant
  • Information and guidance to camp pick-up location
  • 24/7 support in U.S. by CIEE
  • CIEE Insurance coverage throughout program from arrival in U.S. to program end date
  • Pocket money from camp upon completion of contract
  • Up to 30 days of travel anywhere in the U.S. after successful completion of camp contract
Apply here
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Agricultural Internship
USA

FOOD SECURITY, these are the first thing that come to mind when thinking about agriculture on the African continent. Our program provided for qualified candidates to train under some of the very best farming professional and gain experience vital to being able to be successful in the farming industry back in South Africa. We have a partner network across the United States that provides training  opportunities in order for you to work, learn and grow in agriculture while building a life long business network.

  • Applicants must be between the ages of 19-30
  • Must have at least an NQF level 5 or a Diploma, have an agricultural background and experience related to farming, animals, crops, dairy and cattle production.
  • Must be a South African or have a valid visa to be in South Africa.
  • Prepared to work hard and commit to conditions of the training program to advance your career

  • Program applications are accepted all year around.
  • It takes between 4-6 months to place candidates and process everything needed for the visa program.
  • Programs are for a minimum of 6 months and a maximum of 12 months.
  • It is best to APPLY EARLY.

  • We make use of the J1 intern and trainee visa costs.
  • After training completion, you’re granted a 30 day grace period to travel and explore America.

  • This program is not free however we have a variety of fee options available to qualifying candidates in order to assist everyone interested participate.
  • As per Awesome Travel we have a program budget that is available on request.
Apply here
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Hospitality and Culinary Internship
USA

With more than 17 years experience in hospitality and Culinary Internships abroad. We have the strongest network of hospitality companies who provide incredible training platforms for graduates in hospitality or young chefs who are looking to develop their skills and make a name for themselves. With placements at companies such as the Ritz Carlton, Montage and The Broadmoor, there really is no stopping graduates of our internship program in the United States become industry leaders in South Africa.

  • Applicants must be between the ages of 18-30.
  • Must have at least an NQF level 5 or a Diploma in studies related to fields of Hospitality Management, Food & Beverage or Professional Cookery.
  • Must be South African, or have a valid visa to be in South Africa.
  • Prepared to work hard and commit to conditions of the training program to advance your career.

  • Program applications are accepted all year around.
  • It takes between 4-6 months to place candidates and process everything needed for the visa program.
  • Programs are for a minimum of 6 months and a maximum of 12 months.
  • It is best to APPLY EARLY.

  • We make use of the J1 intern and trainee visa costs.
  • After training completion, you’re granted a 30 day grace period to travel and explore America.

  • This program is not free however we have a variety of fee options available to qualifying candidates in order to assist everyone interested and who qualifies to participate, so do not let finance stop you.
  • As per Awesome Travel we have a program budget that is available on request.
Apply here
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Work Exchange
New Zealand

Probably the only really open work and travel program that allows young South Africans the opportunity to travel to a country and work for up to a year in any field. So if meeting travelers from all over the world while working in your field appeals to you then work New Zealand is the program for you.

  • Interested applicants must be between the ages of 19-30
  • Must have post high school studies in any chosen field and have experience within the chosen field.
  • Must be South African citizen
  • Must be mature enough to travel to a country on your own and mange things like work, housing and other day to day challenges.

  • Program applications are accepted all year around.
  • The program allows the visa holder to arrive in New Zealand and have 365 days to stay and work in the country on the program form that day.
  • Visa application can take about a month.
  • THERE IN NO NEED TO HAVE A JOB LINED UP BEFORE YOU LEAVE.   

  • The visa is valid for 1 full year.
  • You can work in any field.
  • You can work as much as you like or you don’t have to work and can just travel (if you have the cash).
  • A true working and Travel program for South African’s.

  • Work New Zealand is and open program and has no employers attached to the visa.
  • With it being and open visa (no attachment to an employer) there is no assistance provided for the the fees of the program.
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Internship Cape Town

We have a network of host companies that are eager to offer students and young professionals the opportunity to get ahead in the job market! Come to South Africa on one of our many industry specific internship programs and become the reason companies head hunt you for their next open position! Whether it be hospitality, medical, business, finance or the next big thing for young people to get involved in – let us help you in getting a leap on life.

  • 19-29
  • Current passport
  • Current student or recent graduate
  • Clear criminal record
  • Drive to get international experience for building your future career!

  • Monthly arrival orientation dates

Apply online or contact us today so we can evaluate your application!

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Volunteer South Africa

Want to have a life altering experience in Africa?

We have some amazing opportunities to get involved in either a social development project, wildlife conservation programs or group travel with some mates. Available to anyone who is wanting to get involved. Pop along on our weblink to scour the options available.

  • 18+
  • Physically able to complete tasks

  • Arrival orientation + minimum 2 weeks at the program
  • Arrival dates every first and third Tuesday of the month [except December, this is only the first Tuesday.]

  • Contact us for the details to your local Agent.

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