Au Pair USA

Living as a member of an American family for one year

Au Pair USA is more than just a job – it’s a complete cultural exchange, personal development, and integration experience within an American family.

Au Pair USA

Au Pair USA is more than just a job

Au Pair USA is more than a job – it’s a full cultural exchange program, offering personal growth and the chance to integrate into an American family. If you are between 18 and 26 years old, enjoy working with children, and are ready to commit to a one-year adventure, the Go Au Pair program opens up a world of opportunities.

As an Au Pair, you will live with a host family in the USA, have your own private room, meals included, free time, paid vacation, and receive a weekly stipend of at least $195.75 for your childcare activities. In addition, the host family will support your studies at a US institution with a budget of up to $500/year. The program can start at any time of the year, and upon completion, you will receive a completion package that includes a $100 gift card.

Au Pair USA

Eligibility Requirements

Application Procedure

  1. Submit your application at a Student Travel office
  2. Attend an interview with the STR representative
  3. References and documents are verified
  4. After acceptance, pay an initial fee of $100
  5. Your file is sent to the USA, and placement begins (2–4 months)
  6. After confirmation of a host family, pay the remaining $400
  7. Receive your visa documents and apply at the US Embassy

Total program fee: $500
$100 upon registration
$400 after placement confirmation

Included fees:

SEVIS fee ($35)
Medical insurance for 12 months
Round-trip flight covered
J-1 visa support and training

  • Childcare (max. 45 hours/week, max. 10 hours/day)
  • Household tasks related to children
  • Participation in educational courses in the USA (min. 72 hours/year)
  • Social, cultural, and recreational activities in your free time
  • Accommodation and meals included
  • Weekly stipend: minimum $195.75
  • 2 weeks paid vacation
  • $500 educational allowance
  • 24/7 support throughout the program
  • 32 hours of online training
  • Completion package + $100 gift card

Au Pair USA

Live one year as part of an American family

Au Pair USA gives you the chance to live in the USA, care for children, study, and experience American culture at a personal level. You will have full support, paid vacation, and a welcoming host family ready to open their home to you.