Work in Australia Starter Packages

The Australian lifestyle is often envied the world over, with its year-round sunshine, tropical climate, beach culture, and vast and varied landscapes to explore. Here is your chance to get a little taste of life Down Under.

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Now’s the perfect time to get yourself sorted with a starter pack designed to help make it easier for you to fund your travels while boosting your resumé.

What will I be doing? | What's included? | Am I eligible? | Employment Information | What does it cost?

What will I be doing?
Our starter packages are perfect for anyone wanting a stress-free start in Australia. Heading abroad and attempting to find work in a foreign environment can be a daunting task, so our work and travel packages offer immense support surrounding you every step of the way. With everything you could possibly need to help you find your feet once in Oz, they offer excellent value for money. On arrival in Australia a guide will be at the airport to meet and greet you with a friendly “G’Day”, they’ll then whisk you off to your hostel to get you settled in. You’ll then be equipped with a comprehensive work and travel pack,12 months membership to the Australian on-line job agency/Woodduck Australian Backpackers job agency and a mail holding and forwarding service. On top of this you’ll also be set up with a bank account, tax file number, Medicare account, and Oz mobile SIM Card, to ensure your future job search goes swimmingly. At the hostel you’ll be surrounded and supported by others in the same position, and you’ll also get to share in some of the best local day trips and activities with your new-found friends.

What’s included?
Adelaide
2 nights hostel accommodation and transfers
• Comprehensive work and travel pack
• 2 x12 months Job Club membership
• Set up of: mobile phone, SIM card, bank account, Medicare card, mail forwarding/holding service and tax file number
• Day trip to the Barossa Valley wineries

Cairns
2 nights hostel accommodation and transfers
• Comprehensive work and travel pack
• 2 x12 months Job Club membership
• Set up of: mobile phone, SIM card, bank account, Medicare card, mail forwarding/holding service and tax file number
• Day trip snorkeling on the Outer Great Barrier Reef

Darwin
2 nights hostel accommodation and transfers
• Comprehensive work and travel pack
• 2 x12 months Job Club membership
• Set up of: mobile phone, SIM card, bank account, Medicare card, mail forwarding/holding service and tax file number
• Day Trip to the Territory Wildlife Park

Melbourne
2 or 4 nights hostel accommodation and transfers
• Comprehensive work and travel pack
• 2 x12 months Job Club membership
• Set up of: mobile phone, SIM card, bank account, Medicare card, mail forwarding/holding service and tax file number
• Great Ocean Road day trip (5 day), The Official Neighbours Tour (3 day) or entry to the Sky Deck 88 and Edge Experience (3 day)

Perth
2 nights hostel accommodation and transfers
• Comprehensive work and travel pack
• 2 x12 months Job Club membership
• Set up of: mobile phone, SIM card, bank account, Medicare card, mail forwarding/holding service, and tax file number
• Day trip to Rottnest Island

Sydney
2, 4, or 6 nights hostel accommodation and private transfers
• Exclusive access to the Australian Backpackers Lounge
• Comprehensive work and travel pack
• Services of a dedicated program manager
• 2 x12 months Job Club membership
• Set up of: mobile phone, SIM card, bank account, Medicare card, mail forwarding/ holding service, tax file number and free Internet
• Social trips: hop-on hop-off Sydney Sights tour, harbour cruise, Aussie BBQ dinner (5 & 7 day), group pub crawl (5 & 7 day), Aboriginal culture show (5 & 7 day) and a surf lesson and Blue Mountain excursion (5 & 7 day)

Am I eligible?
You must:
• Be aged 18-30 inclusive at the time of work visa application
• Be a U.S. citizen and passport holder
• Be a high school graduate (12 month option only)

Employment information
Many participants find casual employment. Australian options are plentiful ranging from: construction, catering, factory and office jobs. Salaries range from AU$12 to AU$25 per hour. However, if you have relevant experience and a bit of motivation, jobs can be found in just about any sector.

What does it cost?
Adelaide starter pack From $406
Cairns starter pack From $406
Darwin starter pack From $406
Melbourne starter pack From $406
Perth starter pack From $390
Sydney start pack From $390

Other costs to consider
12-month 462 Visa fee AU$270
Personal support funds AU$1,500 (4 months) / AU$5,000 (12 months)
Flights and travel insurance

All prices are subject to change without notice. Speak with an STA Travel Expert for an Australia Starter Pack quote today by calling 800.781.4040, or submit your details for more information.

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