About Big White Ski Resort
Located in the heart of British Columbia, Big White is an award-winning resort that offers the most ski-in, ski-out accommodation in Canada.
Big White receives a hefty 750cm of light, fluffy powder each year and is known for its deep powder bowls, wide-open glades and long groomed trails. The ski resort has more than 2,700 skiable acres made up of 18% beginner, 54% intermediate, 22% advance, and 6% expert runs.
All up, Big White offers 118 runs, 5 alpine bowls, 1 massive terrain park, night skiing, and Canada's biggest tubing park. If you're looking for an unforgettable winter experience, you can't look past Big White.
Cory Hay
Big White Ski Resort facts
The Cliff at Big White Ski Resort earned #2 on the must-ski runs in British Columbia according to snowbest.com
Big White's TELUS Park has been named one of the best terrain parks in North America, out of 20 terrain parks nominated in the USA TODAY 10Best awards.
The ski resort pretty much lives up to its name of being “big” offering 1,147 hectares (2,655 acres) of terrain, 105km of marked runs, 118 designated trails, and 16 lifts, the size of the ski area is nothing to be sneezed at.
Big White earned a mention a mention in The Telegraph Ski and Snowboard's "Top 10 best Canadian ski resorts" winning the "most convenient ski-in, ski-out access."
Big White is home to the world-famous ‘Snow Ghosts’ that span over 618 ha and have been repeatedly recognized by Ski Canada for ‘Best Tree Skiing’ and ‘Best Glade Skiing’.
Become a ski or snowboard instructor at Big White Ski Resort
EA Ski & Snowboard offers two ways to become a ski or snowboard instructor at Big White Ski Resort. Join us this winter on a ski instructor internship or dual instructor internship.
Ski Internship
- Accommodation during training
- Guaranteed job offer
- World-class training
- Internationally recognised qualification
- Full season employee lift pass
- Training and exams costs
- Association membership
- Mountain transfers
- EA program manager at your resort
- Training webinars
- Discounted flights and insurance
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- First aid certificate
- Advanced technical and theory training
- Level 2 instructor training
- On-snow analysis
- Avalanche safety course
- Park and/or freeride training
PRICE
$10,975 USD
Dual Internship
- Accommodation during training
- Guaranteed job offer
- World-class training
- Internationally recognised qualification
- Full season employee lift pass
- Training and exams costs
- Association membership
- Mountain transfers
- EA program manager at your resort
- Training webinars
- Discounted flights and insurance
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- Snowboarding level one training
- Snowboarding level one exam
- First aid certificate
- On-snow analysis
- Avalanche safety course
PRICE
$10,975 USD
Living and working at Big White Ski Resort
On a ski instructor internship at Big White, new instructors will typically work in the Kids Center. Big White is also only 45 minutes away from Kelowna, the third largest city in British Columbia offering shopping, restaurants, nightlife for you to enjoy in your free time.
Message from Big White Ski School Director
“Hello and thank you for considering Big White Ski Resort and EA Ski and Snowboard as the starting point for your ski instructing career. We’re confident that this experience will provide the education, skills and memories that will last a lifetime...
...We only hire the best of the best so the training program here is second to none and we’ll custom tailor that daily training program to meet your goals and expectations as well a give you a leg up on working as a professional ski instructor. Join us this season, we look forward to showing you your new 7,355-acre office.”
Josh Foster, Big White Director of Snow Sports
What about accommodation?
Accommodation for our internship participants is in a private house rental. This is located in Snow Pines. Its comfortable, private and well located close to the lifts.
- The house is split between two separate units (upstairs/downstairs)
- Upstairs/downstairs units have separate facilities
- Rooms are twin or triple share
- Bedding & towels are included
- Lounge with cable TV
- Kitchen facilities with all utensils included
- Full Laundry facilities
- Internet provided
After the level one exam, you will be able to stay on for the remainder of the season. Prior to arrival, you will need to confirm that you would like to stay in the accommodation as we are required to sign a lease for the whole season (5.5 months). You are then required to pay a security bond and an advanced rent payment.
Certification Overview
Our Ski and Snowboard Internships and Training Courses at Big White Ski Resort, Canada allow you to obtain a globally recognised snowboard or ski instructor certification with either the CSIA (Ski) or CASI (Snowboard).
Both the CISA and CASI are internationally recognised snowsports associations and are the governing bodies for ski and snowboard instructor qualifications in Canada. 
CASI and CSIA qualifications are highly regarded in the industry and a qualification with the Canadian system will build your technical understanding and allow you to effectively instruct skiing or snowboarding.
Program Manager
EA Ski & Snowboard want you to have the best season possible at Big White Ski Resort. This means that we have someone on the ground, who is easily contacted and there to offer advice and support at all times. Every season we have a resort representative there at the resort with you to help us create a fantastic winter environment for your group. Not only are they familiar with Big White itself, but they also work for the ski school and will be a familiar face, ready to make your gap year and first winter season that much easier.
Reviews from EA Alumni
The best part of the program was the guys who trained us. The standard of coaching you got here was just sensational. Those guys know everything about skiing! ..see more
“I’m doing the Level one snowboard instructor course here at Big White. Absolutely loving it! The mountain is awesome, the instructors are even better. It’s well worth it so come on out here!” ...see more
The best 5 months of your life! Why stay at home doing the same old stuff with the same old people when you can wake up each morning with a huge smile on your face thinking of your new day's challenges! ...see more
I really liked the guaranteed job offer after passing my level 1 exam. I was very busy and got a lot of work, I improved my skiing ability and the training was great. ...see more
WHERE CAN YOU GO IN CANADA?
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Known worldwide for its light, dry, champagne powder; Big White is an award-winning resort that offers a variety of terrain for all skiers and snowboarders of all abilities.
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Mt Norquay Ski Resort is the best-kept secret of the Canadian Rockies. Located close to Banff, Mt Norquay offers outstanding conditions for skiers and riders of all levels.
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