Au Pair USA
Overview
The Au Pair USA Program offers a unique cultural exchange experience where participants live with an American host family and help care for their children. It’s an opportunity to explore everyday American life while building independence and global friendships.
What Is an Au Pair?
“Au Pair” means “at par” in French — reflecting a relationship built on equality and mutual respect.
Au Pairs are treated as part of the family, not as domestic workers or nannies.
Role and Experience
Your main responsibility is childcare — supporting the host family by helping with the children’s daily routines, meals, and activities.
You’ll also do light household tasks related to the children, such as tidying their rooms or preparing simple meals.
Life as an Au Pair
Au Pairs work up to 45 hours per week and receive regular time off, paid vacation, and a 30-day travel period after the program.
You’ll share family life, learn local customs, and experience iconic U.S. celebrations like Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
Why Join
It’s more than just work — it’s a chance to grow personally, gain cultural understanding, and form lifelong connections while exploring the United States.
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Au Pair USA applications are opening year-round.
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Interested candidates are advised to apply at least 3 to 5 months before their intended arrival date in the USA due to possible long matching processes to find the suitable Host Family.
Program Availability
*Please note that male applicants may take a slightly longer time to match when compared to female applicants unless you are an outstanding candidate with many skills.
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Be at least 18 and not more than 26 years of age
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Not be engaged to be married and/or not have any children
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Graduated with a minimum of secondary school educational background
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Have good English command and speaking skills
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Have a valid driving license and/or able to obtain an International Driving Permit (IDP) before going to the US, when needed
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Can provide proof of achievement with a minimum of 300 hours of childcare experience, preferably children under 2-year-old
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Able to provide at least two non-relatives childcare references
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Comfortable and love being around children
Important update
*Au Pair applications are generally open to females only. However, we can now accept qualified male candidates starting in 2021 if you meet both the above and below requirements:
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20 years old and above, but not more than 26 years of age
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Have an excellent driving record of more than 1 year
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Active, sporty, athletic, outgoing, and mature
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Must be a non-smoker
Eligibility Requirements
Duration
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The program needs one to commit a minimum of 12 months of stays.
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You have the option of extending your stay in the USA later, up to another year with 6, 9, or 12-month options available for consideration, if interested.
