About Big White Ski Resort
Located in the heart of British Columbia, Big White is an award-winning resort and ski town that offers ski-in, ski-out accommodation.
Big White receives 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 suitable for even the most advanced skiers and powder hunters.
All up, Big White offers 118 runs, 5 alpine bowls, 1 massive terrain park, night skiing, and Canada's biggest tubing park. Big White offers an unforgettable winter experience.
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. Join us this winter on a ski instructor internship or dual instructor internship.
Ski Internship Plus
- Accommodation is included until after the level 1 exam
- Guaranteed job offer
- World-class training
- Internationally recognised qualification
- Full season employee lift pass
- Level 1 Training
- Level 1 Exam Fee
- Level 2 Training
- Association membership
- Transport to resort for training if applicable
- EA program manager at your resort
- Preseason Preparation webinars
- First aid certificate
- Advanced technical and theory training
- On-snow analysis
- Avalanche safety course
- Park and/or freeride training
- Future job opportunities with our network of 27+ resort partners around the globe
STARTING AT
$10,975 USD
Dual Internship
- Accommodation is included until after the level 1 exam
- Guaranteed job offer
- World-class training
- Internationally recognized qualification
- Full season employee lift pass
- Level 1 training for ski and snowboard
- Level 1 exam fees for ski and snowboard
- Association membership
- Transport to resort for training if applicable
- EA program manager at your resort
- Preseason Preparation webinars
- First aid certificate
- On-snow analysis
- Avalanche safety course
- Future job opportunities with our network of 27+ resort partners around the globe
STARTING AT
$10,975 USD
Living and working at Big White Ski Resort
Big White is 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. On a ski instructor internship at Big White, new instructors will work in the Kids Center, initially on a part time style contract as this fits in with your training demands and schedule as you work towards your dual certification or level 2 depending on course type. You can expect to be busy with work over the Christmas and New Year period with less work during the quieter weeks in January onwards. Your further training towards your dual certification or level 2 is designed to make the most of this period.
Message from former Big White Ski School Director, Josh Foster
“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, Former Big White Director of Snow Sports
What about accommodation?
Accommodation is a private house rental located on Snow Pines Road, a short walk from the town centre and lifts. This property is large and houses everyone on our program which is a great social experience for all.
- The house is split between two separate units (upstairs/downstairs)
- 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
Prior to arrival, you will need to confirm that you would like to stay in the accommodation you are required to sign a lease for the whole season (roughly 5 months). You are then required to pay a security bond and an advanced rent payment which locks your accommodation in for the whole season.
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Certification Overview
Our ski and snowboard internships and training courses at Big White Resort, Canada are run in conjunction with either the CSIA (Ski) or CASI (Snowboard).
Both the CSIA 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.
Remember that if you are taking a plus internship, the level 2 course fees are not included as not everyone chooses to sit these.
Program Manager
Every season we have a resort representative at Big White who is easily contacted and there to offer advice and support at all times. 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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