Sunshine Au Pair Application Form

Sunshine Au Pair B.V. is a recognized Au Pair agency of the Dutch Immigration Office
REQUIREMENTS TO BECOME AN AU PAIR IN THE NETHERLANDS
- You are at least 18 and no more than 25 years old at the time of the application.
- You are unmarried
- You do not have any (foster) children.
- You have not had a residence permit for exchange in the Netherlands before.
- You have not worked for the host family before, in the Netherlands or abroad.
- You are not related, as a family member, to the host family. Related means: parents, children, brothers and sisters, grandfathers and grandmothers, grandchildren, uncles and aunts, cousins, nieces and nephews, great-grandparents, and great-grandchildren.
- You are going to live in the Netherlands temporarily on an exchange program as an au pair through a recognized au pair agency (recognized sponsor).
- You will do light housekeeping tasks for the host family. You do this no more than 8 hours a day and for a maximum of 30 hours a week. You have two days off each week.
- You will not carry out tasks for people who need more specialized care, for which you need to have a specific skill, such as nursing.
- You have not paid any fees to an intermediary agency (Dutch or foreign) or au pair agency.
- You have not paid more than €34 in costs to prepare for your stay in the Netherlands. For example, for registration and intermediary services by an intermediary agency or to take a course about staying in the Netherlands.
I have read and understood the Dutch au pair program requirements through the Dutch IND website (https://ind.nl/en/residence-permits/au-pair-and-exchange/residence-permit-au-pair) and the Sunshine Au Pair website (www.sunshine-aupair.com). I will follow the program rules during my stay in the Netherlands.
I understand that providing false or misleading information about my status may negatively affect my participation in the program. I confirm that all information submitted in my Sunshine application is accurate and truthful.
I understand that my acceptance into the program depends on various factors, and I respect the decision of Sunshine Au Pair B.V.

FAMILY INFORMATION
Parent- Father's Name*

First NameLast Name
City and Province
Phone Number*

Country CodeArea CodePhone Number
Email
example@example.com
Occupation
YesNoNot yet informed
Could you please describe your relationship with your father?
Parent - Mother's Name*

First NameLast Name
City and Province
Phone Number*

Country CodeArea CodePhone Number
Email
example@example.com
Occupation
YesNoNot yet informed
Could you please describe your relationship with your mother?
Who are the family members currently residing with you?*
How many siblings do you have?*
Can you please tell us more about your siblings and their occupations?
If Yes, please tell us more information:

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Highest level of education completed:*
Institution | University Name:*
Year Completed*
Field of Study/ Major:*
What awards, achievements or honors have you received?
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING AND CERTIFICATIONS
YesNo
If Yes, please provide the following details: Certification/License Name, Issuing Organization, Expiration Date (if applicable):
YesNo
YesNo
YesNo
If Yes, please provide more information:

AU PAIR EXPERIENCE
YesNo
If Yes, please provide the country, starting month and year, end month and year, how many kids you took care of, and your feedback on your stay there. Could you share more about your experience?
If yes, please share with us your previous host family's contact information such as their name, email, and contact numbers.
YesNo
If Yes, could you provide more details about the circumstances surrounding the visa denial?

WORK HISTORY

Please provide details about your work experience, starting with your most recent job.
Company | Organization*
Title*
Work Location (City and Country)*
Employment Duration (Start Date and End Date)*
Brief Description of Responsibilities*
Name of Work Reference (Name of Immediate Supervisor)*

First NameLast Name
Phone Number*

Country CodeArea CodePhone Number
Email*
example@example.com
Please provide details about your second most recent job.
Company | Organization
Title
Work Location (City and Country)
Employment Duration (Start Date & End Date)
Brief Description of Responsibilities
Name of Work Reference (Name of Immediate Supervisor)

First NameLast Name
Phone Number

Country CodeArea CodePhone Number
Email
example@example.com

CHILDCARE EXPERIENCE

Please provide 2 childcare experiences below:
Type of Childcare 1*
Description of Childcare Experience
Number of Children*
Age and Gender of Children ( example : 3 years old - female )*
YesNo
YesNo
Start date and end date*
Describe your childcare responsibilities and tasks.*
Name of Childcare Reference (Name of Child's Parent or Guardian)*

First NameLast Name
Phone Number*

Country CodeArea CodePhone Number
Email
example@example.com
Kindly list your second most recent childcare experience. If you took care of more than one child in the same setting, please list this as one experience.
Type of Childcare 2*
Number of Children*
Age and Gender of Children ( example : 3 years old - female )*
YesNo
YesNo
Start date and end date
Describe your childcare responsibilities and tasks.*
Name of Childcare Reference (Name of Child's Parent or Guardian)*

First NameLast Name
Phone Number*

Country CodeArea CodePhone Number
Email*
example@example.com
FRIEND REFERENCE
Name of Friend Reference (one of your closest friends)*

First NameLast Name
Phone Number*

Country CodeArea CodePhone Number
Email*
example@example.com
Describe your relationship with your friend.*

MOTIVATIONS AND GOALS
What specifically attracts you to the idea of being an au pair in the Netherlands?*
What do you want to learn about the Netherlands?
What inspired you to become an au pair, and what specific goals or aspirations do you hope to achieve through this experience?*
How do you envision this program aligning with your personal and professional growth?*
Are there any specific situations or criteria with a Host Family that would make you unwilling to begin the interview process or continue as a candidate with them? Please share any preferences or deal-breakers that are important to you.*

EXPECTATIONS ON YOUR FUTURE HOST FAMILY
In what ways do you envision the host family providing assistance and support to you during your stay?*
In what ways do you want to share your culture with your host family to build strong connections and relationships during your au pair year?*
Are you comfortable with occasionally babysitting for the host family? It's crucial to note that all babysitting hours will be considered part of your overall working hours. How do you feel about this arrangement?*
In the event of conflicts with the family, how do you plan to handle and resolve such situations? Can you please write down your approach to managing disagreements or misunderstandings?*

PHOTOS OF MYSELF

We request that you attach 1 2x2 (passport size) photo, and at least 6 photos below: 4 photos of yourself, 2 photos with your family, 2 photos with children, and 2 photos with friend(s). Please ensure that each photo is not bigger than 502KB.
Your 2x2 photo*

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PHOTOS OF MY FAMILY
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PHOTOS WITH CHILDREN
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PHOTOS WITH FRIENDS
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LETTER TO YOUR HOST FAMILY
Is there anything more that you'd like to share with your future host family?*

Sunshine Au Pair B.V. is a recognized Au Pair agency of the Dutch Immigration Office

REQUIREMENTS TO BECOME AN AU PAIR IN THE NETHERLANDS

AU PAIR APPLICATION FORM

PERSONAL BACKGROUND

SKILLS, LIFESTYLE, AND INTERESTS

FAMILY INFORMATION

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING AND CERTIFICATIONS

AU PAIR EXPERIENCE

WORK HISTORY

Please provide details about your second most recent job.

CHILDCARE EXPERIENCE

Description of Childcare Experience

Kindly list your second most recent childcare experience. If you took care of more than one child in the same setting, please list this as one experience.

FRIEND REFERENCE

HOST FAMILY PREFERENCES

CHILDCARE PREFERENCES

During a period of twelve months, the Au Pair has the right to a holiday of two weeks, during which the Host Family will continue to pay the pocket money. The Au Pair agrees to go on a holiday, not earlier than 3 months after his or her arrival at the host family’s place.

MOTIVATIONS AND GOALS

PERSONALITY TRAITS

HOUSEHOLD WORK EXPERIENCE

EXPECTATIONS ON YOUR FUTURE HOST FAMILY

KNOWLEDGE OF THE AU PAIR PROGRAM

PHOTOS OF MYSELF

PHOTOS OF MY FAMILY

PHOTOS WITH CHILDREN

PHOTOS WITH FRIENDS

LETTER TO YOUR HOST FAMILY

MEDICAL QUESTIONNAIRE