Want to work in America, Canada or Europe but don’t know where to start?
We can help you with the tricky stuff!
We explain and guide you through the visa process, help you find your dream job, and place you with a trusted host. Basically, we’re here every step of the way!
How can I travel with the RENZ Outbound Program?
RENZ works with partner organisations worldwide to provide paid work experiences for young New Zealanders in agriculture, agronomy, horticulture, winery, equine and even building/trade fields. Each country has different eligibility criteria.
Want to chat about what your options are?
If you live in New Zealand and want to experience a working holiday with RENZ - Contact Us for a chat.
EXPERIENCE
AMERICA
WITH RENZ
Experience America with RENZ
The opportunities are endless and can include working and studying at an American university for a semester, harvest run across America, working alongside some of the best horse trainers in the country, or even voluntary work in Florida with Marine animals.
RENZ Placements Get:
24/7 emergency call support
Seminars
Host and trainee visitations
Event invites
Job placement
Visa Support
Am I Eligible - To Participate as a Trainee?
Be between the ages of 18-28 when your program begins (Enology programme between the ages of 21-35)
Have an agriculture degree or professional certificate from a
post-secondary academic institution or a certificate from a nationally
recognized accredited agency and at least one year of prior applicable
work experience in your occupational field outside of America
ORHave five years of agriculture work experience outside of America
in the occupational field in which you are seeking trainingHold a valid New Zealand Passport
Am I Eligible - To Participate as an Intern?
Be between the ages of 18-28 when your program begins (Enology programme between the ages of 21-35)
Be currently enrolled in and pursuing studies at an agriculture degree-
or certificate-granting post-secondary academic or nationally recognised
accredited institution outside of America
ORYou have graduated from such an institution no more than 12 months
before their program start dateHold a valid New Zealand Passport
America Placement Opportunities!
Equine - Year-round placements
Enology - Mid-August to mid-December, depending on climate and location.
Viticulture - April to December, depending on location.
Dairy Farming - Year-round placements
Custom Harvesting - April to November
Field Crops - March/April to November -December
Swine - Year-round placements
Cattle Management/Ranching - Year-round placements
Bee Keeping - Year-round placements
Agricultural Cooperative Operations Technicians - Placements start in Jan/February or July/August
Vegetable Production - March to July, ending in October
Orchard and Fruit Production - March to June, ending in October
Turf Management - February to October
Landscaping - April to October
Construction - Year-round placements
Want to chat about what your options are?
If you live in New Zealand and want to experience a working holiday with RENZ - Contact Us for a chat.
EXPERIENCE
CANADA
WITH RENZ
Experience Canada with RENZ
We work closely with International Rural Exchange Canada (IREC), which offers an incredible exchange for young trainees to gain international experiences. Most of the host families are located in Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba.
RENZ Placements Get:
24/7 emergency support
Invitations to social events throughout the year
Welcome package and email check-ins
Airport pickups
Assistance when necessary
And so much more!
Am I Eligible?
You must be between 18-35 years
Have two years of practical experience
Valid New Zealand passport
Valid driver's licence
Able to pass a criminal record test
Canadian Placement Opportunities!
Grain farm or Mixed Farming
Beef Cattle
Potato Farm
Dairy Farms
Organic Grain
Sheep, Pigs, and Goats
Pheasant/Chicken
Equine
Agri Home (mix of farm work, childcare and household chores)
Agriculture equipment mechanic
Hospitality
Crop Farms prefers an early April arrival and November departure. Livestock and dairy placements vary throughout the year. Please apply at least four months in advance.
EXPERIENCE
EUROPE
WITH RENZ
Experience Europe with RENZ
Working closely with our European partners, we can offer countless working opportunities! Learn by doing, immerse yourself in the rich European culture. Don't worry, English is spoken on all farms!
European Country Placements:
The Netherlands
United Kingdom
Germany
Austria
Ireland
France
Denmark
Sweden
Placement Opportunities:
Dairy Farms
Field Cropping
Swine
Cheese Making
Viticulture
Horticulture
Each country has its own eligibility requirements.
Please contact RENZ to see if you qualify
Email Amanda or Phone Amanda if you have any questions.
