Whether you’re looking to pay your way on your round the world or further your career in the Big Smoke (London), a UK working holiday is a rite of passage. We’d go for the roast dinners alone.
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Ps and Qs
Quaint, quirky and quintessential – the UK plays its part down to a tee (or should that be tea). With cider-filled countryside, kiss-me-quick seaside towns and elegant cities straight out of a Richard Curtis Brit flick – history and architecture are everywhere. And where it’s not, there’s usually a creaky 500+ year old pub to dive into. But it's the UK’s non-conformist streak that makes it such a unique place to live and work. That alternative attitude that produces the best musicians, the most eccentric artists, the angriest chefs and the most satirical comedy. It’s a place to make it – into whatever version you fancy being.
Need to know before you go
When to go
The UK has a bad rep weather wise. Some of it is deserved – the winters can be dark and wet, and the summers hit and miss. But wrapping up in front of cosy pub fire or dancing in the rain at Glasto is all part of the charm. And when you get that perfect crisp wintry walk or hot summers day knocking back Pimm’s in the park, there’s nowhere prettier.
What it pays
How much you earn depends on where you live and what your qualifications are. If you’re looking to do casual work, expect to earn the minimum wage (£11.44 for over 21s) or above, plus tips. The average salary in the UK is £33K, although this differs massively depending on your industry, experience and where you live – with London being higher.
Where to go
Most working holidaymakers tend to start in London, where there’s heaps of casual work in pubs and restaurants and a competitive but lucrative job market in every industry under the sun. Talking of sun, the UK’s scenery is stunning – so a summer on the coast working in hospitality jobs will guarantee okay money, but amazing beaches and quality banter.
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Let's talk UK
Get some facetime with our amazing JENZA Support Squad. When they’re not posing for pool pics, they’re making your work aboard adventures happen with their endless enthusiasm and mad traveller skills. These include: parent whispering, visa geekery and the ability to pack a backpack in 30 seconds flat.
Get hired or get the intel
Meet Camp Directors face-to-face, connect with others heading to camp, and (fingers crossed) get hired on the day. To register your interest, apply for Summer Camp USA over on our BUNAC camp page and let us know which city you'd like to attend. We can't wait to see your face, but don't worry if you can't make an in-person event - the quickest way to get hired is in our hiring pool.
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