Working Holiday Gap Year Programs in Japan

Love travel and adventure? This is your game-changer. Embark on a life-changing adventure and take your skiing to the next level. Meet like-minded individuals while exploring some of the biggest and best mountain resorts across Canada, Switzerland, New Zealand, Japan, and the United States. Join EA Ski and Snowboard Training on an instructor internship, and you'll get world-class training, an internationally recognized qualification, and a guaranteed paid job offer at your chosen resort. EA Ski & Snowboard Training's courses all include: - A paid job offer - Training and exam fees - Season lift passes - Accommodation while training - First aid training - Avalanche training - Local EA Rep to help and support you throughout the season - Exclusive invites to social events And much more! Applicants must: - Be eligible for a working holiday visa in Canada, USA, Japan, Switzerland or New Zealand - Have prior skiing or snowboarding experience - Have the ability to ski or snowboard at an intermediate level - Be passionate about the snow sports industry - Have the funds to participate in the program (course costs from $5975)

Internship in Japan by SEKAIA Inc. (formerly ICC Consultants Inc.) Internship in Japan by SEKAIA is Japan’s leading internship program, connecting global talent with professional opportunities across the country. Based in the heart of Tokyo since 1988, we offer one of the largest networks of exciting placements for students and young professionals. Guided by our vision to “Explore the World,” the program goes beyond work experience—you’ll discover Japan’s culture, business, and people while growing as a global professional. From Finance to Fashion, Robotics to Journalism, Game Design to Event Management, and IT to Trade—we have opportunities to match your goals. No Japanese language skills? No problem. The world is open to you with SEKAIA. Our multinational team supports you every step of the way, offering 24-hour assistance, insurance, and personalized services to ensure a smooth and rewarding experience. Start your journey today—send us a message and take the first step toward your future in Japan!

Niseko, Japan, known as the powder capital of the world, has snow-covered mountains and ski slopes galore. On this trip, you’ll become a qualified ski instructor, so you can get paid to ski in one of the most futuristic countries in the world! Spend three weeks training for your Level 1 NZSIA ski instructor certification while living in Niseko. This entry-level course is designed to get you confident and ready for employment in this winter wonderland. The course typically runs for 4 or 5 days a week. So, with your included seasonal ski pass, you’ll have plenty of time to put your course theory into practice as you carve your way through your new backyard. When you’re ready to warm up, you can soak in a hot spring bath or hit the ski village with your new friends and sample the best nightlife in Niseko. And when you’re done with your course, you’ll be offered a job on the slopes. This is the closest you’ll get to a guaranteed life as a ski instructor in Japan!

If you’re looking to live and work somewhere with a culture that’s completely different to you own – but with the security of an English-speaking job – then Japan is the working holiday to do it. Why Work Japan Home to snow-capped peaks, ancient shrines and off-the-wall cities – Japan is a total one off. With visa assistance, intercultural training, the option to pre-arrange an English-speaking ski resort job, and arrival support to sort all your bank account, tax and work permits included. How it works Work and play where the tourists pay to go, with a pre-arranged ski season job in the powder playgrounds. Contracts typically run from Nov/Dec for 3-4 months working as servers, front of house, drivers, housekeepers, lift attendants and more – often with subsidised staff housing and great perks such as lift passes and lessons. Our partners in Tokyo also provide job support for the full 12 months of your visa – typically English-speaking roles within the hospitality industry in Tokyo. Who can go To work in Japan, you’ll need to be eligible for a Japan working holiday visa. This allows 18-30 year olds (depending on your nationality) to work for up to 12 months.

Are you interested in discovering a new culture? If you are eligible to get a working holiday visa, this program offers the perfect opportunity to experience a new culture while working in Japan. We are looking for candidates who are passionate about teaching their native language! A working holiday visa is intended for young travelers seeking adventure and short-term work, and requirements for applicants include the following: - You must be from an eligible country - You must be a native English speaker - You must be over 18 years old - You must have an international driver's license Our English Assistant Teacher is a paid part-time position, with 4-5 working hours per day from Monday to Friday. The school opens from 9:30 AM - 21:00 PM. We are found in four locations (in Shizuoka pre) where you will be assigned. The city in Shizuoka Prefecture is situated on the southeastern side of Mount Fuji, providing the neighborhood with a magnificent natural background. You will stay in a peaceful town in Gotemba, approximately a 1.5-hour drive going to Tokyo.