The Process: Become an Au Pair

Thousands of au pairs have spent their year in the U.S. with AuPairCare supporting them as their placement agency. As our AuPairCare alumni tell us, being an au pair is an experience that you will remember for the rest of your life.

We will be happy to help you through the visa process and organize your placement with a host family. Are you ready to get started on an exciting year in the U.S.? Learn about the steps for becoming an AuPairCare au pair, from applying to our program to your arrival in New Jersey.

Apply as an Au Pair - The application process is easy! If you think you meet AuPairCare's program qualifications, start by filling out our short pre-application online
Host family matching - With AuPairCare you get to choose your host family. You will interview with families interested in your application and select the host family which is the best match.
Au Pair Arrivals - Start off your au pair program with a hotel stay in the New York City area!
Orientation - Our 4-day orientation and training program will prepare you for a successful year as an au pair.
AuPairCare Support - You will have the support of a local representative throughout the program. From organizing monthly outings with other au pairs to answering any questions that you may have, your local representative is there to provide advice and guidance.