Programs- Agriculture Work Placements in Switzerland

Agriculture/Farming Internships- $1500 CAD. Pay just $1350 CAD when you sign up by Feb 28th 2025.

Agriculture/Farming Work Placements – $2000 CAD. Pay just $1750 CAD when you sign up by

Feb 28th 2025.

Why Choose Switzerland?

Known for its picturesque landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and high quality of life, Switzerland is an excellent choice for students and graduates looking for work in agriculture and farming. This experience not only enhances professional skills but also provides an immersive cultural journey in one of the world’s most beautiful and well-managed countries, consistently ranked as one of the safest globally. Working in Switzerland will be an invaluable opportunity for personal and professional growth that it will bolster your resume, providing an edge in future job markets. This program is an ideal way to start building a robust career while enjoying the unmatched lifestyle that Switzerland offers.

Who can apply for this program?

The Agriculture/Farming Internship & Work Placement Programs in Switzerland are available to both graduates and undergraduates in the agriculture/farming field. Any Canadian student in these fields can apply for the Internship version of this program.

Any Canadian graduate in the fields and aged 18-30/35, or any young citizen of a country with a bilateral agreement with Switzerland (see list below), can apply for the Professional Work Placement version of the program.

Both programs are designed for highly motivated and committed people, they require a clean police record and a basic level of German.

What’s the difference between the programs?

Roles

Agricultural Farm Intern

Animal Farm Intern

Mixed Farm Intern

Viticulture Intern

What’s included:

✅ Employment contract + visa application + visa fee

✅ Insurance

✅ Full accommodation + 3 meals a day

✅ Remuneration of 2000 EUR per month (approximately CAD 2900).

✅ Possibility of longer contracts: 6, 8 or 12 months (depending on role and employer)

What’s not included:

❌ Flight

❌ Transportation from airport to farm

❌ Free-time expenses

Sign Up + Secure a Role

Get Hired + Start Visa Application

Get Flight + Plan Your Trip

Arrive in Switzerland and Have Fun!

Plan your trip

The best way to make sure your trip is the experience of a lifetime is to plan. Review our travel checklist to find out what you should know or do before travelling to and working in a foreign country.

Before you leave, remember to register as a Canadian abroad to receive notifications in case of an emergency while you are abroad or of a personal emergency at home. The service also enables you to receive important information before or during a natural disaster or civil unrest.

Important information:

Tourism in Switzerland: Switzerland Travel & Vacation | Switzerland Tourism

Travel advice: Travel advice and advisories for Switzerland

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If you are living in the provinces Québec, Ontario, Manitoba, New-Brunswick, Nova-Scotia, Prince-Edward-Island, Newfoundland and Labrador as well as Territory of Nunavut, you should apply at the Consulate General in Montreal:

CONSULATE GENERAL OF SWITZERLAND IN MONTREAL

1572, Avenue Dr. Penfield, Montreal Quebec H3G 1C4

(514) 932-7181

If you are living in the provinces and territories of British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Northwest Territories and Yukon you must apply to the Consulate General in Vancouver:

CONSULATE GENERAL OF SWITZERLAND IN VANCOUVER

790 – 999 Canada Place, Vancouver BC V6C 3E1

(604) 684-2231

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Programs- Agriculture Work Placements in Switzerland

Agriculture/Farming Internships- $1500 CAD. Pay just $1350 CAD when you sign up by Feb 28th 2025.

Agriculture/Farming Work Placements – $2000 CAD. Pay just $1750 CAD when you sign up by

Feb 28th 2025.

Why Choose Switzerland?

Who can apply for this program?

The Agriculture/Farming Internship & Work Placement Programs in Switzerland are available to both graduates and undergraduates in the agriculture/farming field. Any Canadian student in these fields can apply for the Internship version of this program.

Any Canadian graduate in the fields and aged 18-30/35, or any young citizen of a country with a bilateral agreement with Switzerland (see list below), can apply for the Professional Work Placement version of the program.

Both programs are designed for highly motivated and committed people, they require a clean police record and a basic level of German.

What’s the difference between the programs?

Roles

What’s included:

✅ Employment contract + visa application + visa fee

✅ Insurance

✅ Full accommodation + 3 meals a day

✅ Remuneration of 2000 EUR per month (approximately CAD 2900).

✅ Possibility of longer contracts: 6, 8 or 12 months (depending on role and employer)

What’s not included:

❌ Flight

❌ Transportation from airport to farm

❌ Free-time expenses

Sign Up + Secure a Role

Get Hired + Start Visa Application

Get Flight + Plan Your Trip

Arrive in Switzerland and Have Fun!

Plan your trip

The best way to make sure your trip is the experience of a lifetime is to plan. Review our travel checklist to find out what you should know or do before travelling to and working in a foreign country.

Before you leave, remember to register as a Canadian abroad to receive notifications in case of an emergency while you are abroad or of a personal emergency at home. The service also enables you to receive important information before or during a natural disaster or civil unrest.

Important information:

Tourism in Switzerland: Switzerland Travel & Vacation | Switzerland Tourism

Travel advice: Travel advice and advisories for Switzerland

Safety and Travel Advice for 2SLGBTQ+ travelers Travel and your sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and sex characteristics – Travel.gc.ca

If you are living in the provinces Québec, Ontario, Manitoba, New-Brunswick, Nova-Scotia, Prince-Edward-Island, Newfoundland and Labrador as well as Territory of Nunavut, you should apply at the Consulate General in Montreal:

If you are living in the provinces and territories of British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Northwest Territories and Yukon you must apply to the Consulate General in Vancouver:

CONSULATE GENERAL OF SWITZERLAND IN VANCOUVER

790 – 999 Canada Place, Vancouver BC V6C 3E1

(604) 684-2231

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The best way to make sure your trip is the experience of a lifetime is to plan. Review our travel checklist to find out what you should know or do before travelling to and working in a foreign country.

Before you leave, remember to register as a Canadian abroad to receive notifications in case of an emergency while you are abroad or of a personal emergency at home. The service also enables you to receive important information before or during a natural disaster or civil unrest.

If you are living in the provinces Québec, Ontario, Manitoba, New-Brunswick, Nova-Scotia, Prince-Edward-Island, Newfoundland and Labrador as well as Territory of Nunavut, you should apply at the Consulate General in Montreal:

If you are living in the provinces and territories of British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Northwest Territories and Yukon you must apply to the Consulate General in Vancouver: