Japan Ski Resort Jobs Program for Canadians aged 20 - 30

Imagine spending your days off work gliding through Japan’s legendary powder at the country’s top ski destination. Swap stories from the slopes with new friends over a cold beer and hot bowl of savory ramen before capping off the day with a hot soak in a traditional onsen, or hot spring. For Canadians, the dream is closer than you think with our Japan Ski Resort Working Holiday Program.

Program Overview

Our team of experts will find you a job at the ski resort, help you arrange your accommodation and apply for your work permit. We work with you every step of the way, from revising your resume to prepping you for the interview and setting up your medical coverage and residence permit.

Qualifications:

A Canadian citizen currently in Canada with a valid passport
Between 20 – 30 years old (may accept 18 – 19 year olds)
Proof of support funds during the visa application ($3,500 CAD+)
In good health and eligible for travel medical insurance

What's Included

Pre-Departure

Guaranteed paid job
Resume review and revision
Subsidized staff accommodation
Interview preparation
Step-by-step support obtaining your Japan working holiday visa
Help booking flights and travel insurance
Pre-departure orientation

Upon Arrival

Pick up from the train station
Staff welcome party
Paid job training
Assistance with foreigner registration and government paperwork
Staff cell phone

The Fun Stuff!

Lift pass
Staff shuttle for getting to work
Gear rental and ski/snowboard lessons
Staff excursions around Hokkaido & cultural events
High-speed wi-fi
Holiday discounts for family and friends
Regular staff events, activities, and parties

Our Support

Personal trip coordinator
Tax return assistance
As needed support from our team in Canada and Japan prior to and throughout your entire trip

What Will I Do?

We work with reputable employers in Japan to find you the right ski resort job relevant to your skill set. Positions are limited so we recommend you apply early. In the event you do not land your first choice role, staying open to other jobs will ensure you get a spot in the upcoming season.

Ski Instructor (must be certified)
Shuttle Bus Driver
Snow Clearing & Property Maintenance
Housekeeping
Guest Services & Front desk
Spa Therapists
Chefs & Cooks
Servers & Baristas

Begin the best adventure of your life

$949 CAD

Get Started & Apply

Program applications for the 2021/2022 winter season are on hold due to Japan’s border closure. Contact us for more details!

Positions run the entire length of the ski season from mid-November through to early April. All program participants must be available to work in Japan the entire season.

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Testimonials

Hannah R
Japan Ski Resort Working Holiday - September 2019

… Stepabroad makes moving abroad easy by being there for you through finding a job, accommodation, visa process and everything else in between. They have made the process of moving to Japan way less stressful. They have been there for me through the entire process from helping me land my job, to just getting my visa approved and so much more! Great trustworthy company that I would recommend to anyone! I have always wanted to go abroad to travel and work but never knew how to do it. They help you whenever you need it, from the practice interviews to looking over your visas it all helps a lot!
Jesse V
Japan Ski Resort Working Holiday - November 2019

They have been wonderful to work with in my process of getting setup for my working holiday visa in Japan. Everything they claimed checked out. It is my first experience with a company like this and am over the moon with how it has gone so far. Highly recommendable!

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Japan

Working Holiday

Ski Resort Program

Program Overview

What's Included

Pre-Departure

Upon Arrival

The Fun Stuff!

Our Support

What Will I Do?

Begin the best adventure of your life

Begin the best adventure of your life

$949 CAD

$949 CAD

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Testimonials

Japan Ski Resort Working Holiday - September 2019

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