Worldwide Agri Exchange South Africa (WAXSA) specializes in offering South Africans training as well as work options in the agricultural field abroad.
The objective of the Worldwide Agri Exchange South Africa (WAXSA) training programme is primarily to offer young people the opportunity to gain more experience in a specific agricultural category and also to become acquainted with another culture and way of life. This in turn leads to personal growth and at the same time, offers the opportunity to build useful contacts abroad. The length of this programme varies from 3 to 12 months and can in certain circumstances be extended up to 18 months. We offer placements with most agricultural operations, including amongst other:
The work program, on the other hand, is designed for those who are experienced in especially crop farming and harvesting, whose motivation is primarily to work aboard in order to earn a reasonably good income. The duration of this program is normally 7 - 10 months, depending on when the applicant applies and availability of placements at the time. A placement on the programme is arranged for a certain period with a specific employer.
Host farmers and employers are screened by our partner organisations abroad in order to ensure that they are well-informed about the objectives of our program and to minimize chances of trainees and workers being exploited.
View our Agri Learnership and Student Exchange Program in action, where students thrive in diverse agricultural work environments around the globe.
Discover the allure of two remarkable countries: New Zealand and the United States of America. From New Zealand’s rugged beauty and thriving agriculture to the USA’s diverse landscapes and equine adventures, your journey awaits. Whether you’re drawn to vineyards, mountain peaks, or bustling cities, let wanderlust guide you. Explore, experience, and embrace the world!
New Zealand has one of the world’s most beautiful landscapes. Made up of two main islands, NZ is located 3000km off the coast of Australia. Well known for its rugby, rugged beauty, and agriculture, New Zealand is also home to strong wine and equine industries. Placements are available in:
These placements are generally for periods from six months to one year. Dairy placements commence August 1; other livestock, cropping, and horticulture placements commence October 1. Oenology (wine) placements coincide with the New Zealand grape harvest, which commences around February - April. Equine placements can be throughout the year, on various properties from eventing yards to stud farms to racing stables.
You need the following:
Please contact our office for cost information on specific program fees.
Please contact our office for cost information on specific program fees.
Placements are available in all areas from Thoroughbred horse placements in Kentucky to ranching in Montana or Oenology placements in California, with over twenty years of experience we are able to make your training/ international experience or seasonal work wishes come true.
Programs available for the USA:
J1 Visa:
J1 Visa:
The J1 Intern ProgramCurrently enrolled in and pursuing studies at a degree or certificate-granting post-secondary academic institution outside the USA, orGraduated from such an institution no more than 12 months prior to their exchange visitors program start.J1 Trainee ProgramA degree or professional certificate from a foreign post-secondary academic institution and at least one year of prior related work experience in their occupational field acquired outside the USA, or Five years of work experience outside the USA in their occupational fields.
Please contact our office for updated information on fees applicable for the different program options we have.
Have a question, feedback, or just want to say hello? We’d love to hear from you! Reach out using any of the methods below, and our friendly team will get back to you as soon as possible.
PO BOX 28923
DANHOF
9310
SOUTH AFRICA
