Au pair USA

Before you sign up, it's worth getting a feel for what being an au pair is really like. Take a look around our website or check out our Instagram for more insight. If you have any questions, just reach out. We would love to hear from you!

You would like to go to the US? Great, so let's get the ball rolling! Simply fill out our short, non-binding application. From there, we will check together whether you meet all the necessary requirements and talk through the next steps.

If you're ready to get serious, you can start working on your application profile. Potential host families use this profile to get an idea of who you are and whether you're a good match for their home.

At this point, we'll schedule an interview to review your application process and answer any open questions. Part of this interview will be in English, but no worries. This isn't a test, just a chance for you to get comfortable speaking English. 

Once your au pair profile is complete, the exciting part begins! As soon as a host family is interested in you, you'll get all the details you need to contact them. Now it's up to both of you to connect and see if it's the right fit.

You have found the right match? Amazing! Now it's time to work out all the details with your host family and agree on your arrival date. Your adventure abroad is just around the corner!

Once you've matched with a family, you are officially joining the AuPairCare program! After your program fees are paid, we will send you everything you need, including your visa application documents and insurance paperwork.

After receiving your visa, it's time to get ready. As part of the Virtual AuPairCare Academy, you will participate in webinars and online seminars with other future au pairs, giving you all the tools and tips for your life as an au pair.

You'll start in NYC together with other au pairs. Spend two days in this exciting city, exploring the sights, making friends, and shaking off your jet lag. After that, you'll continue on to your host family, and your au pair year officially begins. 

Challenges and roadblocks are normal and can always happen. If you need advice, we're always there for you, Your AuPairCare area director will schedule regular check-ins and monthly meetings with local au pairs so you can share your experiences. 

After your au pair year, you have one month to travel and explore whatever part of the country you like. Want to keep going? You can extend your stay for up to two years total and continue living the dream.

Want to stay connected and share your experiences with future au pairs? We'd love to keep you in the AuPairCare family. Whether you want to become a representative, join info events, write a blog post or share photos — we're happy to hear from you!