Summer camp is a great American tradition. And it was back in the mid 1800’s that Americans began turning to the outdoors for inspiration and recreation at some of the first US summer camps. Today, around 7 million American children are annually attracted to over 12,000 summer camps located throughout rural America.

At summer camp, youngsters aged 6-17 years can undertake a broad range of recreational and sporting activities as well as developing group living skills in an outdoor setting.

The Camp America international work/travel program operates in over 35 countries and annually arranges jobs (June-August) for 10,000 for international staff at independently owned summer camps. Camp America is the largest and most respected provider of staff to US summer camps and in Australia, has been placing thousands of enterprising Aussies at summer camps since 1973.

Camp America is on the hunt for 1,000’s of Aussies with sport’ leisure and recreational skills to spend 9-16 weeks in June to August 2010 soaking up the sun at summer camp somewhere in the USA. And according to US camp directors, Aussies come with the best skills and are popular with American staff and campers.

Activities in demand include- swimming, lifeguarding, sailing, windsurfing, water skiing, tennis, soccer, horseback riding, ropes, archery, camping, hiking, arts & crafts, performing arts, working with special needs children and many more.

Australians are renowned for their sporting skills and are popular and highly sought after by US camp directors throughout America. CAMP AMERICA places over 90% of all Australian applicants and you don’t have to be a ‘Hewitt’ on the tennis court or a ‘Thorpe’ in the pool to be successful!

Provided you are- at least 18 years of age (no upper limit), are cheerful, flexible and adaptable, can work with children, have skills in one or more of the 100 listed sport and recreational activities, and are available for a minimum of 9–10 weeks from June to August 2010, then chances are you’ll be spending our winter in the sun!

Camp America participants get- All accommodation and meals at camp, between US$1250 and US$1735 (depending on age and experience) pocket money for a minimum of 9 weeks at camp, medical / hospital insurance, discounted airfares to America, assistance with US J-1 cultural exchange visa, 24-hour emergency support in the USA, plus plenty of time after camp for independent travel and discovering America.

In short, you’ll make new friends, develop new skills and see new places. Furthermore, you will have had a worthwhile international work-experience that could very well influence future study or career prospects. Certainly looks great on the CV!

Camp America is a program of the American Institute for Foreign Study and in 1969, secured the approval of the US Department of State as an authorised provider of international staff to American summer camps.

For further information please visit www.campamerica.com.au

According to American families, Aussie nannies are adaptable, flexible, easy going and have a friendly nature. Families also endorse our childcare skills, which they rate amongst the best in the world. In fact, there is a very high demand for Aussie nannies and placement chances are excellent!

Au Pair in America applicants receive:

A choice of 3 different programs

• Au Pair in America
• Edu Care
• Au Pair Extraordinaire
• A pre-arranged placement for 12 months with a selected US host family
• A 4-day all expenses paid orientation and training session on arrival in New York
• Weekly stipend of up to US$250 per week
• Sponsored US Visa and the option of extending this for a further 6, 9 or 12 months
• All meals and accommodation
• Two weeks paid holiday
• US$ part-time study allowance
• Subsidised flight to the US
• 24-hour back-up, support and emergency assistance
• Departures to the USA every month!

AuPair in America applicants must:

• Enjoy caring for children and have relevant practical childcare / baby sitting experience
• Have completed year 10 at high school
• Have a valid drivers license (‘P’ plates ok!)
• Be aged 18-26 years (US Govt. Visa regulation).
• Agree to a national police check.

For further information please visit www.aupairamerica.com.au

The demand for cultural exchange programmes has never been greater and the American Institute for Foreign Study (AIFS) is excited to announce its Au Pair in America Scholarship.

Au Pair in America Scholarship. is a fully paid scholarship awarded to one individual each calendar year. The Scholarship will enable the candidate to gain valuable experience both personally and professionally which will benefit them in their future career as a child care provider.

The Scholarship provides:

• A pre-arranged au pair placement with a carefully selected host family in the USA
• Comprehensive 4 day arrival orientation in the New York area including all meals & accommodation
• 24 Hour Emergency assistance
• A designated local community counsellor
• Medical insurance for 12 months
• Sponsorship of the USA J1 visa
• Return economy airfare to the USA from Melbourne or Sydney
• Up to US$500 study allowance & up to 3 hours study per week
• 2 weeks paid vacation
• Weekly payment of US$195.75 for working up to 45 hours

Value: AUD $1,800

Scholarship Eligibility

• At least 18 years of age by 31st July 2011and no older than 27 years by the 31st December 2011
• An Australian citizen
• Have a current Australian drivers license (“P” plates are acceptable)
• Have a minimum of 200 hours practical childcare experience, not including caring for family members, gained within the last 3 years.
• Be able to depart before December 31 and complete the entire program (12 months)
• Available to attend an panel interview in August 2011

The winner will be required to:

• Attend an interview with a designated Au Pair in America interviewer
• Complete a monthly Blog or written diary during their Au Pair in America placement
• Provide a written and video testimonial about their placement (AIFS to provide guidelines).
• Attend a minimum of three information sessions in their local region
• Meet our medical, visa, program and criminal check requirments

To Apply for the Au Pair in America Scholarship

Download the Au Pair in America Scholarship Application Package below or contact the Au Pair in America office on 1300 889 067 or info@aupairamerica.com.au

Applicants who apply for the Au Pair in America Scholarship will be required to complete the following:

• The Au Pair in America Scholarship Application
• Write a letter which highlights your childcare experience and why you should be chosen for the scholarshi
• Start your online Au Pair in America application @ myaupairinamerica.com
• Complete all application questions on the Au Pair in America online application
• Complete and write a personal letter to your Host Family via the Au Pair in America online application site.
• Complete and provide details of your Childcare Experience (babysitting, nannying or coaching). All areas of childcare experience should be clearly detailed. This section can be completed via your online Au Pair America application. Hours accumulated whilst caring for family members will not be counted.
• Upload a Passport-style to your Au Pair in America online application

Applicants who are selected and invited to an interview will be required to complete the following”

• 3 Au Pair in America non-family references (one must be the main childcare reference). Copies of the specific Au Pair in America reference forms are supplied with the Scholarship Application Pack
• A drivers license copy
• A copy of the student’s most recent educational qualification
• A video clip to accompany your Au Pair in America application
• A completed Au Pair in America medical form.

Selection process

A shortlist of 5 Applicants will be selected by Au Pair in America, and these applicants will be invited to an interview in August 2011. The interview is an opportunity for the panel to learn more about each applicant’s skills and interests. The shortlisted applicants will need to complete at the interview a CPI 260 personality test. The interview will take approximately 2 hours.

The winner will be notified via phone and email on Friday 12th August. The winners name will then announced Tuesday 16th August at www.aupairamerica.com.au.

All unsuccessful Applicants will be invited to participate on the program.

All applications must be completed and received by AIFS – Au Pair in America before 22nd July 2011
Please contact the Au Pair in America office to obtain an Scholarship Application Package

Next Sydney Information Session

When: Wednesday 13th April 2011

Where: Au Pair in America Head Office

10 – 14 Oxford Square, Darlinghurst

(next door Pearsons Florist)

Call 1 300 889 067 or email info@aupairamerica.com.au to register and receive an Au Pair in America Gift Bag on the evening.

Upcoming information session dates:

• 2011 Dates
• 11th May
• 8th June
• 13th July
• 10th August
• 14th September
• 12th October
• 9th November

We will be holding Information Sessions in other states soon.

Returning to the USA with Au Pair in America?

An increasing number of Au Pairs are returning for a second year.

If you have the au pair bug then contact us today! 1300 889 067.