Work exchange opportunities in Italy

Work and travel in Italy and save money to travel around!

Work in Italy in exchange for room and board to save money to visit the country’s major destinations. Apart from being an open-air museum, Rome, for instance is wonderful in so many ways: amazing food, historical tours, millions of visitors per year and so much more. Much like Rome, other cities in Italy are a must-see like Venice, Milan, Florence or Pisa. How about going to the countryside to see Tuscany or get to know small and charmful cities like Montone and Positano? Work away in Italy and have a break from your routine!

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What is it like to do work in Italy in exchange for accommodation?

Work exchange programs in Italy are a great opportunity to extend your trip while learning about local culture and making friends from all over the world! Many of Worldpackers hosts love to travel and can give you travel tips so you can have a great time working and living in Italy. You’ll have days off to get to know Italy’s nature, history and rich culture. During work hours you can help with cooking, cleaning, bartending, administration or even content writing. The sky's the limit!

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Why work and travel in Italy

With breathtaking landscapes and a very hospitable and outgoing people, Italy is one of the most visited countries and has the most UNESCO world heritage sites in the world. It is ideal for those that want to work abroad and take advantage of the beautiful scenery. To learn a little more Italian, see the historic beaches and cities, meet new people, and still save money, working in exchange for accommodation is a solution for the traveler that wants to travel on a budget.

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Tips for work exchange in Italy

Being a touristic as well as historic region, Italy is a highly recommended destination for those that want to experience a cultural exchange. Working in a hostel makes this cultural exchange that much more intense since it puts you in frequent contact with people from various parts of the world. Bologna, Rome, Milan, Genoa and La Spezia are some of the incredible places you can get to know as you volunteer in the country.

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How can I go to Italy to work in a hostel using Worldpackers?

To have a work exchange experience in Italy, start with a Worldpackers profile. Fill in your traveler profile with your best photos on the road and also describe previous travel experiences, your areas of expertise and skills that can help in a hostel, guesthouse, camping or any other host that needs a helping hand. To work abroad in Italy, become a member of the Worldpackers community. 

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