Work & Travel New Zealand

Just do it! Honestly, I had a lot of doubts initially and was a bit uncertain because I didn't think it would be a good choice for my career. Most of my friends who graduated from University with me were taking jobs related to their majors.

You will definitely not regret the decision! Plus, it is a great resume booster and will help you stand out from others in interviews in the future.

There is no average day or week in this program. Everyone has a completely unique experience based on their choices and the kind of people they meet along the way. Some people choose to work for a short period at a time, save money quickly, and travel along. Others, like me, worked in one place for a longer period of time, immersed myself into a community, and took time off in between to travel. You can decide how you want to proceed, and just go with the flow.

My biggest fear was that I wasn't making a right choice for my career and was doing something different than what everyone else was doing. None of my friends had done something like this.

I overcame that fear quickly because once you are abroad, you meet so many like-minded backpackers who are doing the same thing! Also, you see so many amazing places, meet incredible people, and make long-lasting friendships. So many people I know are frustrated with their jobs back home, and wish they could do what I am doing. I think there is nothing to fear from taking on this adventure!

Initially, you feel a bit homesick, but when you build a connection with people in a community, that environment becomes like a second home. They become your family, and you really enjoy. Home is where the heart is, and if you fall in love with a place, a piece of your heart will always be there. For me, that place would be Fox Glacier, New Zealand. I always say about that place, you come for the scenery but stay for the people.