About Lake Louise Ski Resort
Lake Louise Ski Resort located in Banff is one of Canada's largest resorts. Voted the top Ski Resort in Canada at the 2019 World Ski Awards, Lake Louise consistently ranks among the world's best ski resorts. Other notable titles include 'Best Steeps,' 'Best Scenery', 'Best Terrain Park' and 'Best New Off-Piste Tour.'
Boasting 4,200 acres of ski area, this world-class resort is perfect for beginner to intermediate skiers. Lake Louise is Banff's largest ski resort and offers a variety of terrain and skiing to suit all abilities.
EA Ski & Snowboard are proud to partner with Lake Louise Ski Resort to provide instructor internships at this beautiful place.

Dan Harito
Lake Louise Ski Resort Facts
Voted #1 Ski Resort in Canada at the 2019 World Ski Awards
Lake Louise, Sunshine Village and Mt Norquay make up Ski Big 3. All are based in Banff National Park and as an EA Ski & Snowboard intern, you will have access to all three mountains
Lake Louise has also been named one of the top three freestyle resorts in the world.
25% beginner runs, 45% intermediate runs, 30% advanced runs across 4,200 acres
Lake Louise's Showtime is North America's largest terrain park
Become an Instructor at Lake Louise Ski Resort
EA Ski & Snowboard offer three ways to become a ski or snowboard instructor at Lake Louise Ski Resort. Choose from a Ski Instructor Internship, a Snowboard Instructor Internship or an Instructor Training Course.

SKI INTERNSHIP PLUS
INCLUDES:
- Accommodation is included until after the level 1 exam
- Guaranteed job offer
- Full season employee lift pass
- Level one training
- Level one exam costs
- Level two training
- Internationally recognised qualification
- Association membership
- Transport to resort for training if applicable
- EA Program Manager at your resort
- Preseason preparation webinars
- Future job opportunities with our network of 27+ resort partners around the globe
- First aid certificate
- Advanced technical and theory training
- On-snow analysis
- Avalanche safety course
- Park and/or freeride training
PRICE
$10,975 USD

SNOWBOARD INTERNSHIP PLUS
INCLUDES:
- Accommodation is included until after the level 1 exam
- Guaranteed job offer
- Full season employee lift pass
- Level one training
- Level one exam costs
- Level two training
- Internationally recognised qualification
- Association membership
- Transport to resort for training if applicable
- EA Program Manager at your resort
- Preseason preparation webinars
- Future job opportunities with our network of 27+ resort partners around the globe
- First aid certificate
- Advanced technical and theory training
- On-snow analysis
- Avalanche safety course
- Park and/or freeride training
PRICE
$11,975 USD

TRAINING COURSE
INCLUDES:
Inclusions differ depending on course length but can include:
- Accommodation included for course duration
- Avalanche training and first aid certificate
- Lift pass
- Level 1 & 2 instructors training
- Level 1 exam costs
- Association membership
- Transport to resort for training if applicable
- EA Program Manager
- Preseason preparation webinars
STARTING AT
$6,475 USD
Working at Lake Louise Ski Resort
You will quickly become one of the locals and enjoy ‘mates rates’, ‘mean hookups’ and a lot of fun. People are often keen to know how much it costs to buy food so here’s our shopping list rundown:
- A hearty meal from the West Lake Louise Lodge $10
- A cold apres-ski beer on the mountain $6
- A big burger and fries from Eddies in Banff $13.50
- A pack of 5 Bagels from the Safeway Supermarket $5
On your day's off, you'll find yourself heading to other resorts such as Mt Norquay, Banff and Sunshine Village. You can expect work at Lake Louise to be busy during the holiday periods, while the quieter parts of the season are taken up with a mix of part time work and training towards your level 2.
Message from Ski School Director, Kevin Eaton
What about accommodation?
Training Courses
Accommodation during our 4 – 11-week training course at Lake Louise is typically located at the Banff International Hostel. This is a hostel-style lodge in a fantastic location right in the heart of the township of Banff. All of the facilities Banff has to offer are literally on your doorstep! Choose from the amazing selection of bars, restaurants, nightclubs, cinema, gym, the list goes on...
- Central downtown location
- Dorm share rooms
- High-Speed Wireless Internet
- TV
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Basketball hoop
- Kitchen and laundry facilities
- On-site liquor store
Rates and locations may vary from time to time, and if they do we will endeavour to let you know at the earliest opportunity.
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Internship Programs
Accommodation for those on an EA Internship Program is organised at the 'The Stables' Staff Housing. The accommodation is used by Lake Louise Resort staff as well as Fairmont Chateau staff. This is very affordable accommodation with everything you need including spacious rooms, an awesome atmosphere and an onsite bar! Here are a few quick details:
- Single bed
- Twin-share rooms
- Dresser & clothes closet
- Sofa & Fridge
- Cooktop or shared kitchen
- Cable & telephone capabilities
- Shared common area
- Legendary 'Stables pub' onsite
Note: For those on our Internship Programs, EA covers the cost of your accommodation for the duration of the level one program. Once employed you will be able to stay on for the remainder of the season with payments deducted from your pay. On arrival, you will be required to pay a bond of approximately CA $200. You will also need to bring or purchase on arrival bedding, towels plus some basic cooking and eating utensils.
Certification overview
Our Internships and instructor courses allow you to obtain a globally recognised qualification with either the CSIA (Ski) or CASI (Snowboard).
Both the CISA and CASI have internationally recognised ski associations and are the governing bodies for ski/snowboard instructor qualifications in Canada. CASI and CSIA teaching 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
EA want you to have the best season possible this winter. We have two program managers who oversee the running of our instructor courses who are easily contactable and there to offer advice and support at all times. Not only are they familiar with Lake Louise itself, but they also work for the ski school and will be a familiar face to make your gap year and first winter season that much easier.
REVIEWS FROM EA ALUMNI
Our instructor took us down the sickest tree runs and mogul slopes. Every one of us had a blast and could’ve kept skiing in the deep fluffy snow for ages. ...see more
Training is going great, we all just passed our level 1 so really happy with that! ...see more
The best thing about coming out here with EA was knowing that I had a job guaranteed for me, and all the help and preparation that they gave me ready for my adventure out here in Canada. ...see more
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