Do you dream of a career in the travel industry? Is travel your passion? Are you an undergraduate looking for a placement year? If the answer is yes, then Audley could be for you.
Audley is offering an opportunity for you to gain first-hand work experience within our industry leading travel company. You will gain valuable insight into how a travel company works and the industry we operate in. Your work placement will help you understand how our teams interact and create Audley’s award winning, bespoke tailor-made trips. You will learn about the different skills needed for a successful career, including communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and time management.
And the best part? You get to work alongside a team of people who share your enthusiasm and pride in what they do. At Audley, one of our core values is #BePassionate, we’ve won multiple awards for our commitment to our trips and customer service and are known as a great place to work. If you’re looking to gain work experience in a company that has a positive work culture and a commitment to customer satisfaction, Audley might just be the next stop on your journey.
Work placements for 2025
Are you an undergraduate looking for a work placement year to help you complete your degree, whilst gaining real life work experience? If so, Audley Travel might be for you.
We will be offering 12-month work placement positions starting in the summer 2025. These placement positions will be advertised on our ‘Current Vacancies’ section in February 2025, found here. Please follow the link to find out more about the vacancies, along with details on how to apply.
Want to know what it’s really like? Keep reading to hear firsthand experiences from Molly and Amr, two of our current placement students working in the Global Travel team:
What’s your job role?
Molly & Amr: Our roles as Global Travel Advisors is to support clients in creating personalised itineraries to a wide range of destinations. By using the knowledge we’ve gained during our time here at Audley, we help guide clients towards the destinations that best suit their preferences and interests.
What does a typical day look like?
Molly & Amr: No two days are the same, which is what makes it so exciting. A core part of our day involves speaking with potential clients via phone and email to uncover what they’re truly looking for in a trip — whether it’s a relaxing beach escape, a cultural deep dive, or a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. We guide them through possible destinations that match their interests and preferences, helping them refine their ideas and get inspired.
Once a client is ready to take the next step, we will seamlessly connect them with the appropriate country specialist, who will work with them to design a tailor-made journey.
Alongside client interaction, we are also constantly building our own destination knowledge through structured training sessions and independent research, ensuring we're always ready to offer expert insights and recommendations.
What have you enjoyed the most about your time at Audley so far?
Molly: Being part of such a supportive team and learning from so many knowledgeable people. I’ve really enjoyed the team events, which have been a great way to meet others in the company and feel more connected to the wider team at Audley.
Amr: I have enjoyed being introduced to a work/office environment. The Global Travel Team is very friendly, and I am confident that I will stay in touch with many colleagues.
What’s given you the biggest sense of achievement at Audley?
Molly: The biggest sense of achievement has come from seeing how much my confidence and skills have developed since starting the role. From learning more about the travel industry to speaking with clients, it's been very rewarding to see my progression over the placement.
Amr: The knowledge that we are providing an excellent service and that our clients are very satisfied with what they are provided.
How would you describe the working and office environment?
Molly: The office environment is incredibly supportive, which has made a huge difference during my placement. Everyone is extremely approachable and always happy to offer help, creating a space where you feel comfortable learning and asking questions. Additionally, being surrounded by people who all share the same passion for travel makes the office enjoyable and motivating.
Amr: Fun, cooperative, supportive.
Why should someone do their work placement at Audley Travel?
Molly: Prospective applicants should choose a placement at Audley because the work culture is genuinely amazing. You're part of a welcoming and very supportive team, the environment is both professional and fun. I've developed so many valuable skills throughout my placement and gained a real understanding of the travel industry.
Amr: It is the perfect introduction to an office job for someone who has never done one before, the support provided from all the individuals in the company is unparallelled elsewhere. A perfect balance of fun and professionalism.
