A year in America,
a lifetime of memories

Spend a year as an au pair in the United States. Immerse yourself in a diverse culture, build lasting relationships, and gain valuable experience that will change your life.

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"It was an incredible and unforgettable experience... I created bonds with people I never imagined would happen."

Larissa

Au Pair Participant

Maximize Your Gap Year Experience Abroad

Why be an au pair in America

Family and Friendships

By living with a host family and caring for their children, you will bond with the children and parents and become a part of the family. Meet other fellow au pairs and make friends from around the world.

Professional Growth

While living abroad, you’ll become more confident and independent, improve your English, and take on responsibilities that will help you grow and succeed.

Culture and Travel

Discover the diversity of the United States while sharing your own culture. In the US you'll have the opportunity to explore your city as well as travel across the country with friends or your host family.

Start the Experience of a Lifetime

What memories will you create?

Your world just got a whole lot bigger and a whole lot more fun. Join thousands of au pairs that lived a year in the USA with a host family.

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au pair at Colorado Rockies baseball game

au pair at the Hollywood Walk of Fame with Marilyn Monroe star

au pair at the Jefferson Memorial in Washington DC during cherry blossom festival

au pair at the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco

Group of au pairs in New York City subway

Group of au pairs with AuPairCare Connect in New York City Rockefeller Center

Group of au pairs with AuPairCare Connect in New York City Central Park

Group of au pairs with AuPairCare Connect in New York City Times Square

AuPairCare Connect NYC Experience

Connect with other au pairs on arrival

It might feel like a big move, but you're not alone. Meet new au pair friends from around the world and explore New York City! Then continue on to your host family to start your program.

"Living here has really allowed me to grow and learn a lot of things about myself. I have done things that I would have never expected to experience..."

Regina
Au Pair Participant

"I love the way AuPairCare makes each au pair feel comfortable, welcomed, and also makes their mental health a priority."

Phoebe
Au Pair Participant

"I like the fact that every time I contacted a member of the agency I was always answered the same day or the next day. Everyone is very responsive..."

Louise
Au Pair Participant

"My experience is fulfilling the expectations...because my family has treated me truly like a daughter."

Valeria
Au Pair Participant

Expand your world with family and friendships from around the globe

We are passionate about making the world a smaller place by building cultural understanding and friendships across borders.

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