Often the position will be decided after your arrival when the Management have had an opportunity to make a firsthand assessment of your Japanese language and other skills. Some of the Nagano ski resorts have a team leader who can often assist with problems. Alternatively, a Japanese company with English speaking staff has been specifically retained by WEP to assist New Zealand participants if requested. Yes, no-one is sent alone to any of our ski resorts. The number of New Zealanders and Australians working at a ski resort usually depends on the size of the operation.
All participants live in the same quarters as Japanese staff.
You will have laundry facilities and a common room available. In some cases the accommodation may be located about 1 hour from the hotel and a shuttle bus will provide free transport. If located at a ski resort, you will also be able to ski during days off. Experience Japanese culture at ski lodges, golf resorts, and quality hotels. Learn more about the hospitality and tourism industries, gain work experience, advance your career and have a great international adventure while you earn.