Become an Au pair with AuPairCare
Want to leave your comfort zone and explore a new culture? With AuPairCare, you can live abroad as an au pair for 6 to 24 months, staying with a local host family and caring for their children.
Where would you like to go?
- USA 🗽
- Australia 🦘
- New Zealand 🥝
Being an au pair means experiencing daily life and culture up close while gaining valuable life experience. After your program, you’ll have plenty of time to travel and explore your host country.
From preparing your application to finding the right host family — we’re here to guide you every step of the way. You’ll also get practical tips before departure and support throughout your stay, including 24/7 emergency assistance if needed.
✈️ Let Your Adventure Begin
gain experience abroad
learn to speak fluent English
travel a new country
find a second home abroad
earn your own money
improve your resume
make international friends
get to know a new culture up close
gain new perspectives
take on new challenges
Experience American life up close: Spend 12 months or more living with a host family in the USA. As an au pair, you’ll care for the children and become part of the family, gaining a deep, authentic insight into everyday American culture.
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Duration
1
Year
Age
from 18
Years
Price
1.090
Euro
Live like a local in Australia:
Spend 6 to 12 months with a carefully selected host family and experience everyday life in vibrant cities like Sydney or Melbourne.
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Duration
6
Months
Age
from 18
Years
Price
990
Euro
Discover life in New Zealand: Spend 6 to 12 months with a welcoming host family and experience everyday life in cities like Auckland, Wellington, or Christchurch.
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Duration
6
Months
Age
from 18
Years
Price
990
Euro
Reach out on WhatsApp!
Got any questions about the program? We'll be happy to get in touch with you! Simply reach out to us on WhatsApp at +49 30 84 39 39 91. We're here for you Monday through Friday from 9 am to 5 pm. Talk to you soon! 😊
🌍 Your Au Pair Journey in 6 Steps
What is an Au pair?
As an au pair, you help care for your host family's children and support them with light household tasks. In return, you’ll get:
- Free accommodation
- Free meals
- Weekly spending money
Beyond your daily duties, you’ll get to explore a new country, meet people from around the world, and try things you’ve never done before.
More than just a trip
Being an au pair isn’t like going on vacation. You’ll stay for 6 to 24 months (depending on your choice and destination), become part of a local family, and really experience everyday life in a new culture.
You'll speak the local language every day and quickly become more fluent. Over time, you’ll see what life is really like “behind the scenes”.
Time for personal travel
Even though you're working as an au pair, there's still time for adventure. Use your free weekends, holidays, or your travel month at the end of the program to explore even more!
Explore the Program
Before You Apply
Learn more about the basic requirements that are required to apply, the costs and program benefits, and who we are.
To become an au pair, you need to meet certain criteria like age, childcare experience, and language skills. Learn more about the personal requirements to help you prepare and see if the au pair program is right for you.
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Curious about the costs involved? Learn more about the program fees, what they cover, and how our discounts can make your au pair adventure more affordable. Check out all the details on our costs page.
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Get to know us! Learn about our experience, values, and how we support you every step of the way. Meet our team who’ll be there to guide and help you during your entire au pair journey.
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Your Application & Placement
From submitting your application to matching with a host family, learn how we support you throughout the process.
Learn how your application moves forward, from submitting your details to the personal interview. We’ll guide you step-by-step to find the right host family and ensure a smooth start to your au pair journey.
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We'll show you how the matching process works and how we help connect you with host families from all kinds of backgrounds and family constellations.
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Visa rules and application steps vary by destination. Whether you’re headed to the USA, Australia, or New Zealand, our visa page guides you through what you need to know and how to apply.
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Life as an Au Pair
Learn about your everyday duties abroad, your comprehensive insurance coverage, and the au pair contract that sets the foundation for your stay.
Playing, cooking, helping with homework, reading stories, doing crafts... As an au pair, you’ll support your host family with childcare and become a trusted part of their daily life. Find out what everyday life as an au pair is really like.
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Health, liability, accident, and baggage insurance help protect you during your stay. Learn more about your au pair insurance and how you are protected in case of an emergency or illness.
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Your contract with the host family outlines key rules and protections, including working hours, duties, holiday entitlement, and responsibilities. It ensures a clear, fair agreement for both sides. Find out what to expect and how it safeguards your stay.
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Your AuPairCare Team
At AuPairCare, you’re never just a number. We stay in close contact with our au pairs throughout the entire process, and many keep in touch long after their time abroad. A lot of our team and local reps have been au pairs themselves, so they really get what it’s like — both the good and the challenging parts.
We’ll help you prepare, guide you through your application, and assist you in finding a host family that suits you.
What we offer:
- Genuine, personal support before and during your time abroad
- Practical guidance throughout the application and preparation process
- Advice from people who’ve been there
🗽Going to the USA?
We work closely with our AuPairCare colleagues in San Francisco, so your whole au pair experience there is managed together from start to finish.