STS Cultural Exchange: Au Pair abroad programmes

According to your age, STS offer 2 types of cultural exchange: = High School Student Exchange (14-18yo) This programme allows you to spend 2, 3, 5 or 10 months in the foreign country of your choice. This full immersion is possible in over 20 countries. You will get the chance to live with a volunteer host family and go to a local school. Unforgettable memories guaranteed! = Au Pair Abroad (18-26yo) This programme is a work placement programme as a live-in nanny in the USA, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and in France. it is open to every young man and woman who are looking for a work experience abroad while living with a local family. Both programmes offer a great cultural exchange. STS organizes for participants in all programmes activities as to get to know the others placed in your area.

Work programs

Requirements

Duration
  • 3-6 months
  • 6-12 months
  • 12 months+
Minimum age
14
Maximum age
26
Age notes
14-18yo for high school exchange. 18-26yo for au pair abroad
Student status required
No
Type of student status required
  • High school
Qualifications required
  • High school or equivalent
Language notes
No language knowledge is necessary except for a few destinations such as Switzerland or Japan
Application process
Your pre-application and interview determine your participation in our programme. A full file must be filled out online. Deadlines and departure dates vary according to countries.

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