SKI INTERNSHIPS
A ski instructor internship programme is an all-inclusive, season-long instructor course which gives passionate skiers a fast-track route into the snowsports industry. Expect world-class professional ski tuition, internationally recognised instructor qualifications and a fully paid ski instructor job offer for the winter season.
Join our one-of-a-kind ski instructor internship programme and you could be trained, qualified and earning a wage in a reputable ski school within weeks of arriving at the resort.
What's Included
Explore some of the inclusions you receive when choosing the WE ARE SNO ski instructor internship programme.
Season Lift Pass
A season lift pass which allows you full mountain access to the resort.
Accommodation
Accommodation is included for the entire duration of the course or until you start employment.
Expert training
Extensive on-snow training delivered by senior instructors and examiners with decades of experience.
Qualifications
Internationally recognised and interchangeable qualifications which enable you to teach globally.
Paid Employment
All instructor internships come with a job offer guarantee for instructor employment the same season.
Regular social events
Experience the best of our resort areas with group meals and inclusive social activities.
Programme Manager
A dedicated member of our team based in resort to ensure your winter is a success.
Visa & Travel Advice
Personalised, step-by-step visa guidance and travel planning.
Loads more inclusions
From exclusive discounts to career guidance and ongoing support - we've got you covered.
Ski Destinations
We have a diverse portfolio of instructor-friendly resorts spanning both hemispheres. Each internship location has been carefully selected based on a number of important criteria. Located in the powder capital of the world, Japan, we are based out of the famous Hokkaido resorts of Niseko and Furano. In Canada our resorts are found on both sides of the country. In beautiful British Columbia, we are in the award winning resorts of SilverStar, RED Mountain and Mount Washington, and in the east, in the province of Quebec, the incredible Le Massif. If you’re a fan of the Alps, look no further than Zermatt, in Switzerland. For the more adventurous, why not travel down-under to New Zealand to experience Wanaka in all its glory.
Take our four question instructor eligibility quiz to see if you are eligible for one of our ski instructor internships with a guaranteed job offer.
A member of our training team will be in touch to guide you through the process and focus on finding the right internship for you.
Travel to your chosen resort at the beginning of winter, meet your course mates and begin training to become a qualified instructor.
As soon as you become a qualified instructor you will start working and earning as a full-time instructor in one of our partner ski schools.
"the best coaching I've ever received"
TOM MAYNARD - SKI INSTRUCTOR INTERN
INSTRUCTOR QUALIFICATIONS
Complete a ski instructor internship with us and you’ll receive an internationally recognised ski instructor qualification provided by an ISIA-sanctioned national association. Depending on which country you train in, you could gain qualifications from the British (BASI), New Zealand (NZSIA), or Canadian (CSIA) national association. The qualifications provided by these certification providers will allow you to work as a ski instructor in Australia, Canada, Europe, Japan, New Zealand, South America and the USA. Our ski internships offer diversity to suit your needs. If you’re looking to complete your first season and get a taste of life as an instructor, the Level 1 ski internship programme is right for you. Or, if you’re considering a career in the snowsports industry, the combined Level 1 and Level 2 ski internship programme with additional certifications is your best option.
Your instructor job
Working as a ski instructor is easily one of the coolest jobs in the world. With WE ARE SNO you’ll become an internationally recognised ski instructor with a job in the same resort you’ve trained in. This means you’ll be training, teaching and earning money in your dream job all in one season. Complete a ski instructor internship with us and leave with all the necessary tools for the ultimate winter experience.
Internship Insights
Read some common questions about ski instructor internships below, or contact our team for more information.
The first step when applying for our ski instructor internship (ski internship) programme is to complete the eligibility form on our website. You will initially be asked to answer five basic questions, and presuming you qualify, you will then be asked for your contact details (name & email) to receive our brochures. Once received a member of our team will be in touch within 24 hours to introduce themselves and discuss our ski instructor internships in more detail.
The total cost of each ski internship depends on the location and the level of training/qualification available. For a full list of up-to-date pricing please visit our pricing page located in the main menu/navigation of our website. Alternatively, talk to our team about the pricing of different ski internships we have available.
Our ski instructor internships have a comprehensive list of inclusions. Much like the pricing, they differ slightly depending on a particular course. Please visit our individual resort pages for a full run-down of inclusions. Flights, travel insurance, equipment and daily expenses are not included as part of the ski internship packages. We do provide assistance and access to discounts for these elements that are exclusive to our course participants.
Qualifications are usually dictated by the country a particular course is running in. We only work with ISIA accredited qualification bodies from CSIA (Canada), NZSIA (NZ & Japan) & BASI (Switzerland).
The majority of our ski internships require a deposit of 10% of the total course fees to secure your position. After this, and depending on the course, we offer a range of flexible payment terms (monthly, bi-monthly or quarterly) in the run up to your course starting.
