Gap Year Programs in Australia
51 Gap Year Programs in Australia
The Intern Group
Jumpstart your career with Australia’s top internships! Partnerin...
See All 2 Programs
Pacific Discovery
Embark on a transformative 10-week Gap Semester through New Zeala...
See All 4 Programs
Gapforce
This Gapforce program is an action-packed, six-week tour combinin...
International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]
At International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ), we unite people from over 9...
See All 2 ProgramsInstitute for Global Studies
Australia is a huge draw to our U.S. clients. Sydney is one of th...
See All 17 ProgramsCIEE High School Grads Abroad
With glittering harbors, world-famous beaches, and a buzzing down...
GoEco - Top Volunteer Organization
GoEco is one of the world’s top volunteer organizations, with awa...
See All 3 ProgramsSeamester Study Abroad at Sea
Seamester is the educational adventure of a lifetime! For more th...
See All 2 ProgramsINTERNeX Pacific
Work and live in some of Australia's epic tourism locations and h...
Rooted Life Adventures
Rooted Life Adventures’ Australia Gap Year is a transformative 10...
Intern Abroad HQ
Launch your marketing career with confidence through Intern Abroa...
Love Volunteers
Whether you want to support vulnerable communities in developing ...
Volunteer World
Looking to apply your talent and expertise to a good cause? Find ...
See All 2 ProgramsAcademic Programs International
Sydney is the oldest and largest city and the economic and financ...
Global Work & Travel
Australia is a hefty trip! You wouldn't want to cover all that di...
See All 2 ProgramsGrabatour Travel
Are you looking for the perfect package to start your working hol...
See All 2 ProgramsOyster Worldwide
Our orientation week is educational and offers all the support ne...
See All 2 ProgramsWorking Holiday Guide
Go on an extraordinary adventure with our Sydney Gap Year Program...
See All 3 ProgramsLetz Live
Give in to your urge to explore the world and discover new cultur...
Korea GapYear 한국갭이어 KGY
The gap year culture is now widespread in Korea! Thanks to Korea ...
A Guide to Gap Year in Australia
Popular Providers
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Australia is one of the most popular gap year destinations in the world, with one of the best gap year visas available. Gap years in Australia allow you to travel the country while working part time jobs on the side.
The most popular cities in Australia for gap years are Sydney, Melbourne, Gold Coast, and Perth. These cities offer a ton for travelers to do and experience, as well as growing markets for gap year jobs.
Most gap year students in Australia work in hospitality as bartenders, baristas, servers, and hotel/hostel staff. However, you can focus on things other than work, and explore the Australian wilderness or take classes at a local university.
Gap years in Australia can be pricey due to airfare. However, job availability and earning potential mean it's pretty simple to work during your gap year in order to offset travel and living costs.
The easiest job to get during a gap year in Australia is any hospitality job—bartending, serving, or working in a cafe or hotel. Other popular jobs involve working on farms or vineyards in exchange for room and board.
Latest Program Reviews
Popular Searches
to get exclusive discounts on meaningful travel programs!
Travel Tools
Recent Gap Year Articles
