Applications open in May and will close in September, interviews will begin from June

Yes! We offer subsidized staff accommodation close to both work and the mountain.

 Yes. Depending on the role, we offer short-term contracts from late November or early December through to the end of February. Long-term positions may extend into March and April. Please refer to individual job descriptions for exact contract dates, as they can vary by role.

Most applicants will need to be eligible for a Working Holiday Visa (WHV).
Please note that we can only offer sponsored visas for applicants who meet the requirements for Ski Instructor positions. For all other roles, a WHV is required. For more information on the working holiday program in Japan see here.

No! We only require applicants to be fluent in English, however Japanese/Mandarin language ability is highly advantageous. In winter, English is the most common language spoken around Niseko.

Yes, we provide a comprehensive (paid) induction and training program that goes for 1-2 weeks. We follow up with on-the-job training and coaching throughout the season.

Your roster will be highly dependent on the position you're applying for, however,.generally speaking, you will be required to work 32-40 hours per week with 2 days off per week. Your shifts will typically vary between morning, night and/or split shifts. This ensures there is plenty of opportunities to explore the area and fit in time on the slopes even on work days. 

Yes, all positions come with a company issued season lift pass for the Hirafu/Hanazono ski areas. Ski Instructors receive a commercial all-mountain pass for the Niseko United.

Yes, absolutely! However, we recommend applying for different roles so you’re not spending 24 hours a day together. If you both apply for the same role, we usually assign you to different locations.

Yes, we offer internships for students in Japan. This opportunity provides valuable on-the-job training and development in an international working environment, unique to Niseko. Please see here for more information.