Introduction
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The UK has long been a popular destination for young South Africans who have found a second home there. The UK may be small but there are certainly a wealth of things to experience. Chilli Adventures offer you Work Experience UK – an opportunity to earn pounds, experience the culture, gain work experience and all whilst having the experience of a lifetime! A working holiday in the UK will also allow you to base yourself in the heart of Europe, and fund your travels to other exciting European destinations.
Every South African between the age of 18-29, is eligible to apply for the Working Holiday Maker Visa for the UK. This visa is valid for 2 years from your departure date or date of issue by the UK consulate, and allows you to work full time for one year of the total two year period, or part time for the full two years. Chilli Adventures offer various levels of support, from basic visa assistance for the independent traveler, all the way through to full placement option for the less experienced. The choice is yours. Whatever you decide, Chilli Adventures trained and experienced staff will be with you all the way. So what are you waiting for!
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 So, what’s it like?
The UK is made up of four separate countries - England, Wales, Scotland (Great Britain) and Northern Ireland. People in the UK are generally very friendly and reasonably knowledgeable about Europeans. Britain's big cities (Brighton, Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Cardiff, Sheffield, Edinburgh, Glasgow etc) are melting pots for people of all nationalities and backgrounds and very popular tourist destinations; therefore, jobs in the hospitality industry are common. As 24-hour cities - they have lots to offer with a wide selection of shops, nightclubs, theatres and tourist attractions. The UK can be an expensive country to live in - so make sure you check our budgeting guide before applying.
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What kinds of job are available?
The job possibilities are only really restricted by your stills or experience. There are many positions available from secretaries through to builders, from work in the IT industry to teaching. Work is also plentiful in the more seasonal positions as well as the "traditional" backpackers jobs - including restaurant and hospitality work, fruit-picking, packing, au pairing, call centers, care work and babysitting. You can find a job anywhere in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland - the freedom of choice is yours.
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