{"id":11545,"date":"2025-02-03T00:30:00","date_gmt":"2025-02-03T05:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.aupairusa.org\/au-pairs\/?p=11545"},"modified":"2025-11-21T19:17:42","modified_gmt":"2025-11-22T00:17:42","slug":"building-your-future-professional-development-opportunities-during-your-au-pair-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.aupairusa.org\/au-pairs\/au-pair-advice\/building-your-future-professional-development-opportunities-during-your-au-pair-year\/","title":{"rendered":"Building Your Future: Professional Development Opportunities During Your Au Pair Year"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"bsf_rt_marker\"><\/div>\n<p>As an au pair, you\u2019re at a prime age to be thinking about your future career. You may have plans after the au pair program to return home and begin (or continue) university studies. You may already be a university graduate while on the au pair program and look forward to advancing your career upon your return. Or you may be dreaming of what the future looks like after a life-changing year abroad in the U.S. One thing\u2019s for sure: your time as an au pair in the U.S. presents many opportunities to grow professionally.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Au Pair Education<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the greatest gifts the au pair program gives is the ability to <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.aupairusa.org\/au-pairs\/program-resources-for-au-pairs\/au-pair-educational-course-requirement-faqs\/\">study<\/a> and live in a foreign country. On the U.S. au pair program, you\u2019ll <a href=\"https:\/\/j1visa.state.gov\/programs\/au-pair\">complete six educational credits<\/a> for which your host family will fund up to $500. Most times, this will cover the full expense of your classes. You may want to <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.aupairusa.org\/au-pairs\/au-pair-advice\/lessons-on-education-from-our-au-pairs\/\">consider courses<\/a> that align with your career goals. For example, if you plan to return home and become a teacher, you can choose a course focused on child development.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Au Pair English Language Skills<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many au pairs have a goal of improving their English language skills while on program because being bilingual will open many career doors for them once they return to their home countries. As an au pair in the U.S. using English daily, it is inevitable your English will improve, but how can you level up your newfound English fluency? Consider getting a professional language certification, like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ets.org\/toefl.html?utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_campaign=toefl-search_exact_usa-us-acq-2025-Q1-10&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gclid=CjwKCAiApsm7BhBZEiwAvIu2XxHxYFOX_kDyrAvOXzxrDvbS3FHBnrcJJfQ_kw2Vru7mS7CJeXS3GhoCejkQAvD_BwE&amp;feed_item_id=&amp;extension_id=&amp;target_id=kwd-11707101&amp;target=&amp;param1=&amp;param2=&amp;ad_type=&amp;merchant_id=&amp;product_channel=&amp;product_id=&amp;product_country=&amp;product_language=&amp;product_partition_id=&amp;store_code=\">TOEFL<\/a>. Language proficiency certifications are ways to showcase your fluency in a non-native language and add a credential to your CV.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.aupairusa.org\/au-pairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/04\/pro-PJyoCArR-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11359\" title=\"Photo courtesy of au pair Miranda\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.aupairusa.org\/au-pairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/04\/pro-PJyoCArR-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.aupairusa.org\/au-pairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/04\/pro-PJyoCArR-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/blog.aupairusa.org\/au-pairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/04\/pro-PJyoCArR-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/blog.aupairusa.org\/au-pairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/04\/pro-PJyoCArR-1536x864.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/blog.aupairusa.org\/au-pairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/04\/pro-PJyoCArR-2048x1152.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Au Pair Networking<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Networking for professional purposes doesn\u2019t need to feel like work. Each month when your Local Coordinator organizes a <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.aupairusa.org\/au-pairs\/cultural-exchange-stories\/au-pair-cluster-events\/\">monthly cluster event<\/a>, be sure to attend! You have the ability to meet young professionals from all over the world, and\u2014best of all\u2014they live in your community! Other ways to network during your au pair year may include professional meetups or community-driven events. Whatever it is, get out there and meet new people! You never know what can happen from a simple introduction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Volunteer Opportunities<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Au Pair USA regularly organizes <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.aupairusa.org\/au-pairs\/cultural-exchange-stories\/au-pairs-participate-in-exchange-day-2024\/\">volunteer opportunities<\/a> for au pairs to be part of throughout the year. For example, in past years au pairs have volunteered at both the <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.aupairusa.org\/au-pairs\/cultural-exchange-stories\/au-pairs-nyc-marathon\/\">New York City<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.aupairusa.org\/au-pairs\/au-pair-advice\/au-pairs-volunteer-at-los-angeles-marathon\/\">Los Angeles <\/a>Marathons. You can also search for volunteer opportunities in your neighborhood on your own with a simple Google search. Volunteering is a wonderful way to give back to your community and differentiate yourself from the competition on your CV.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"740\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.aupairusa.org\/au-pairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/11\/wallace-2021-nyc-marathon-ap-group.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10379\" title=\"Photo courtesy of InterExchange\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.aupairusa.org\/au-pairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/11\/wallace-2021-nyc-marathon-ap-group.png 740w, https:\/\/blog.aupairusa.org\/au-pairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/11\/wallace-2021-nyc-marathon-ap-group-300x243.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Cultural Exchange Components<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Believe it or not, every day you\u2019re living in the U.S. is an opportunity to learn and grow from a cross cultural perspective. A simple interaction with the cashier at the supermarket or ordering a meal at a restaurant are all ways you are building your <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.aupairusa.org\/au-pairs\/au-pair-advice\/communication-tips-for-au-pairs\/\">communication skills<\/a> and expanding your ability to exercise cultural sensitivity and empathy to others. These soft skills can aid in your future career, especially one in a global environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Professional Skills Through Childcare<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Think childcare skills won\u2019t help you in your career path as a lawyer, administrative professional, or business owner? Think again. As an au pair responsible for a number of different duties, you are practicing crucial professional skills daily. Chances are you\u2019ve become more organized and better at time management in this role. Perhaps you\u2019ve mastered project management. You\u2019re likely a top critical thinker and problem solver. And negotiation skills? You\u2019ve got those every time you\u2019re able to avoid a massive tantrum with your toddler. Be sure to document these important skills and talk about them during future interviews.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"792\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.aupairusa.org\/au-pairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Alejandra-work-792x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10914\" title=\"Photo courtesy of former au pair Alejandra\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.aupairusa.org\/au-pairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Alejandra-work-792x1024.jpg 792w, https:\/\/blog.aupairusa.org\/au-pairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Alejandra-work-232x300.jpg 232w, https:\/\/blog.aupairusa.org\/au-pairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Alejandra-work-768x993.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.aupairusa.org\/au-pairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Alejandra-work.jpg 914w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 792px) 100vw, 792px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Being an au pair doesn\u2019t mean your <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.aupairusa.org\/au-pairs\/au-pair-advice\/au-pair-journey-to-entrepreneurship\/\">career goals<\/a> need to be placed on hold. Use your time in the U.S. to network in person and online. Build a professional social media presence. Research next steps in your <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.aupairusa.org\/au-pairs\/au-pair-advice\/au-pair-to-human-resource-career\/\">career<\/a>. And don\u2019t forget to document all your accomplishments along the way so you don\u2019t forget!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re interested in adding \u2018au pair\u2019 to your CV, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.aupairusa.org\/au-pair\">apply today<\/a>! <a href=\"http:\/\/www.aupairusa.org\/au-pair\">Au Pair USA<\/a> has been successfully matching au pairs with American host families for over 35 years. We look forward to welcoming you to the au pair program!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As an au pair, you\u2019re at a prime age to be thinking about your future career. You may have plans after the au pair program to return home and begin (or continue) university studies. 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