Meet Anna.
She’s 23, a fresh graduate, with no work experience yet, but a head full of dreams. Her goal? Take a gap year to improve her English, travel the world, and discover herself.
This month, we want you to travel alongside Anna. Through her story, you’ll get a realistic look into our gap year programs, the insights she’ll gain, and how she’ll overcome the little challenges along the way.
Anna is not a “real” candidate, she’s a mix of hundreds of stories from our travellers. That’s why she perfectly represents the adventure that could be yours.
Step 1: Understanding Your Goals
Before you start browsing destinations or programs, ask yourself:
- What am I looking for?
- Do I want professional growth?
- Do I want to meet people from all over the world?
- Am I searching for adventure and new experiences?
- Or is it language learning and cultural immersion that excites me most?
Your personal goals will help you pick the right program and destination. Remember that self-awareness is the first ticket to your gap year.
Step 2: Choosing the Right Program
With Roast Jobs, the world really is open to you. Here are the most popular program types:
- Jobs + Internships
Countries: Ireland, France, the Netherlands, Italy, Spain, Malta
Ideal for: Hospitality enthusiasts, students seeking professional experience, and anyone who wants to earn while they explore.
- Au Pair
Countries: China, France, Ireland, Spain, Australia
Ideal for: Those who enjoy spending time with children, want to live with a host family, and are looking to learn a language through full cultural immersion.
- Volunteering
Countries: South Africa, Australia, Ireland
Ideal for: People who want to make an impact, help local communities and connect with nature and culture.
- Working Holiday Visa (WHV)
Countries: Australia, New Zealand, UK
Ideal for: Adventurers who want long-term flexibility, with the freedom to work and travel for months.
Step 3: Narrowing Down Your Destination
Once you know which program excites you, the next big question is: where to go?
Even if you’ve traveled before, a gap year is a different experience. Your choice depends on:
- Budget– How much do you want to spend or save?
- Time– 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, or even 1 year?
- Lifestyle – Beach lover? City explorer? Culture enthusiast?
Choosing a destination might feel overwhelming. But remember, you’re not alone.
Step 4: Why Choose an Agency Like Roast Jobs
Planning a gap year alone can be confusing. That’s why Roast Jobs exists:
We guide you through all the options and help you find the program that truly fits your goals:
- You’ll have a full-time personal consultant to support you (during working hours, at least 😉) at every step.
- We assist with documents, pre-departure prep, language support, and cultural tips.
- From the moment you choose your program until the day you land in your host country, we’ve got your back.
Step 5: Start the Adventure
After picking your program and destination, it’s time to:
1. Pack your bags
2. Start your pre-departure checklist
3. Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime
Like Anna, you might feel a bit overwhelmed at first and that’s totally normal!
Soon, you’ll be living, working, and traveling abroad, meeting new people, improving your skills, and creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Have you ever asked yourself, how do I plan my gap year with confidence? Don’t worry, Roast Jobs makes the whole process easy. From choosing your program to settling abroad, we’re with you every step of the way.
👉 Start today! Contact us and let your gap year adventure begin.
And keep your eyes on us to discover where Anna chose for her first adventure.
A little hint: it involves the Spanish language, cultural immersion… and muchas tapas, lol.🌮🇪🇸
Contact us today at hello@roastjobs.com, or discover more at roastjobs.com.
You might want to read as well 7 Tips to Prepare Your English Before Departure., Working Holiday Visa Checklist, Find Your Perfect Program, Essential Do’s and Don’ts for Gap Year Programs and much more.
This article was written by Júlia Zapparolli. Thank you for reading. 😊
