Tell me about Mt. Hutt Ski Resort 
Here is your chance to spend an extended period shredding the slopes in the land of the long white cloud! Mt. Hutt ski resort is one of New Zealand’s leading ski resorts and home to one of the largest vertical drops in the Southern Hemisphere. Mt. Hutt is renown for its epic, expansive terrain. Being 100% above the tree line creates a stunning opportunity to ride in open bowls, double black diamond chutes and wide-open groomed runs.
On a ski instructor course at Mt. Hutt you will receive world-class training and gain an internationally recognised level one instructor qualification. After passing your exam, you'll join the Mt Hutt Snowsports team as an instructor.
Mt. Hutt's laid back, Kiwi atmosphere is a huge part of its appeal. In the parking lot locals regularly set up BBQs to cook their lunch. You will train under some of the world's best instructors.
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Mt. Hutt Resort Facts
For three years in a row, Mt Hutt has won gold for New Zealand's Best Ski Resort. Mt Hutt ski area boasts wide open terrain suitable for all ski and snowboard ability levels.
Mt. Hutt offers over 365 hectares of ski area with a wide range of terrain to suit beginners intermediate to advanced riders! Don't forget, there's plenty of off-piste runs on offer too.
Located right at the top of the Southern Alps, Mt. Hutt offers breathtaking views spanning across the Canterbury Plains to the Pacific Ocean. A classic Kiwi resort town, Methven, is located just down the road.
Mt Hutt has the UP& GO terrain park which features a variety of kickers, rails and tabletops and now an epic halfpipe!
EA Ski & Snowboard offer world-class training at Mt Hutt Ski resort as part of their ski or snowboard instructor course, not only will you gain a qualification you will also massively improve your skiing.
How to become a Ski or Snowboard Instructor at Mt. Hutt Ski Resort
EA offer both ski and snowboard instructor internship courses at Mt. Hutt ski resort. Our team will help you select the right program for you based on your goals, interests and experience. Check out what's included below.
SKI INTERNSHIP
INTERNSHIP INCLUDES:
- Accommodation is included until after the level 1 exam
- Guaranteed job offer
- Employee season pass
- Level one training
- Level one exam costs
- Association membership
- Mountain transfers
- Future job opportunities with our network of 27+ resort partners around the globe
- Program managers at each location
- Training webinars
- Special deals on flights and insurance
PRICE
$7,975 USD
SNOWBOARD INTERNSHIP
INTERNSHIP INCLUDES:
- Accommodation is included until after the level 1 exam
- Guaranteed job offer
- Employee season pass
- Level one training
- Level one exam costs
- Association membership
- Mountain transfers
- Future job opportunities with our network of 27+ resort partners around the globe
- Program managers at each location
- Training webinars
- Special deals on flights and insurance
PRICE
$8,975 USD
Living and working at Mt. Hutt, New Zealand
On an EA Ski & Snowboard instructor internship at Mt. Hutt you will live in the ski resort town, Methven.
Your first few weeks will be spent training towards your NZSIA or SBINZ certification. Once you pass your Level 1 exam, you will start working as an instructor at Mt. Hutt ski resort, provided you show professional qualities during the training period and complete the NZSki hiring process. Mt Hutt offers some of the best internal training in New Zealand. You will also have the opportunity to train for your Level 2 qualification. Your job as an instructor will start in time for peak season in early July and will run through until early August. From there, contract extensions are available for those who are doing well and wish to stay, alternatively you can spend the rest of your winter exploring New Zealand and the epic ski terrain on offer.
What about accommodation?
Accommodation will be provided for the length of the Level 1 training and exam period. Shared rooms in a clean, warm lodge are provided to ensure a homely environment. Each room in the lodge includes a private ensuite, fresh towels and linen, electric blankets, television, alarm clock radio and heating. There is also a six-seater private spa pool as well as a separate hot rock sauna to soothe away aching muscles and weary bones. Further facilities include off-street parking, a large communal living area, pool table, equipment storage space and drying room.
Don't just take our word for it, check out this awesome video at Mt. Hutt Ski Resort.
Certification Overview
Our Ski and Snowboard Instructor Course in Mt Hutt, New Zealand allows you to obtain a globally recognised qualification with the NZSIA (New Zealand Ski Instructors Alliance) and SBINZ ( Snowboard Instruction New Zealand). The NZSIA is an established educational body that is recognised internationally for producing professional, knowledgeable instructors, with the capabilities to teach and ride at very high standards.
NZSIA and SBINZ instructors are able to competently perform and teach on snow in many cultures and conditions. This qualification can truly take you anywhere.
REVIEWS FROM EA ALUMNI
I came here to become an instructor and I have loved it so much, I have learned so much about my skiing technique and would anybody in everybody in the world. ...see more
I have enjoyed every part of it so far, being in New Zealand meeting all of the EA team, meeting loads of new people in New Zealand itself has been absolutely great ...see more
I would definitely recommend to come out here, it has been a great time, the people I have met have been awesome, the EA program is just incredible, they make it so simple to get out here! ...see more
I've really enjoyed it. I've met some great people along the way. Definity highly recommend the course with EA, cracking service. ...see more
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