Work & Travel Iceland
Unique experience in a fairytale landscape.
The Work & Travel Iceland program gives you the chance to spend between 4 and 12 months in a fascinating country, working in tourism or agriculture. Live among geysers, fjords, and northern lights, discovering a totally different culture while gaining professional experience and earning a competitive salary – all without needing a visa.
Work & Travel Iceland
Unique experience in a fairytale landscape
The Work & Travel Iceland program gives you the chance to spend between 4 and 12 months in a fascinating country, working in tourism or agriculture. Live among geysers, fjords, and northern lights, discovering a totally different culture while gaining professional experience and earning a competitive salary – all without needing a visa. Iceland means more than spectacular nature. It’s a welcoming culture, a balanced lifestyle, and workplaces where you can learn, contribute, and grow.
You can go alone or with friends and you will be placed either in a tourist location or on a farm – depending on your preferences and experience. During the program, accommodation and meals are provided by the employer.
Work & Travel Iceland
Eligibility requirements
- Age: 18–30 years
- You don’t need to be a student
- Minimum work experience (any field)
- Conversational English
- Advantage: German, French, Italian, or Spanish
Application process
The process is clear and fully supported by Student Travel:
- Visit our office or contact us online
- Complete the eligibility interview
- Pay the first installment
- We begin the placement process
- Receive a job offer and interview with the employer
- Receive confirmation letter and pay the second installment
- Flight booking
- Attend an orientation session with our partner in Iceland
Work & Travel Iceland
General Information
Costs
Program fee: 900 EUR (two installments)
Other costs:
Round-trip flight ticket
Medical insurance
Job details & Benefits
- Fields: Tourism and farming
- Duration: 4–12 months
- Period: Anytime during the year
- Locations: Various tourist regions
- Salary: approx. 2600 EUR/month
Included in the program
- Placement in a safe workplace
- Accommodation + meals provided by employer (~10–13 EUR/day)
- Continuous support from Student Travel
- Orientation session
- Reference for future jobs
- 24/7 emergency support
Work & Travel Iceland
Discover Iceland’s magic through work and adventure
Geysers, fjords, and northern lights – Iceland offers you a unique setting and jobs that put you right at the heart of local culture. With accommodation and meals included, a competitive salary, and new friends, you’ll live an experience that changes your perspective.