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English + Work

The English + Work Program at ELS Universal English College provides working holiday visa students the chance to learn English and secure paid employment in temporary or casual, non-professional roles.  Many of the listed jobs available to students on this program are in other cities apart from Sydney and in country areas of Australia.  

The program includes:

  • Detailed welcome presentation
  • Guidance with your résumé / CV
  • 12 month job assistance
  • Opening a bank account
  • Tax File Number (TFN) registration
  • Australian mobile SIM card
  • International phone card (to the value of $10)
  • 12 months international YHA membership
  • Use of office facilities for work purposes
  • Unlimited internet access
  • Mail holding and forwarding
  • Free luggage storage
  • Access to discounted travel products
  • 24 hour emergency hotline

Placement into a job through this program generally takes only 2 to 3 weeks, but occasionally may take longer, depending on the candidate and the job market.

Types of jobs

The types of jobs on offer are temporary or casual and in non-professional roles. They include retail assistant, cleaning, picking and packing, charity and promotions work, waitressing (experience essential) and barista (experience essential) work. Jobs are often outside Sydney.

How much will I earn?

You will earn the minimum award wage at least. Typically the rate of pay is between AU$12 - AU$18 per hour, depending on the type of job.


Download information on the English + Work program from our Download library page.

Key facts
English entry requirement: Intermediate level, completed application form and signed terms and conditions
English course duration: Minimum 4 weeks