{"id":2120577,"date":"2026-08-31T14:36:37","date_gmt":"2026-08-31T11:36:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=2120577"},"modified":"2026-08-31T14:36:37","modified_gmt":"2026-08-31T11:36:37","slug":"the-top-9-international-destinations-for-seasonal-ski-jobs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=2120577","title":{"rendered":"The Top 9 International Destinations for Seasonal Ski Jobs"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"entry-content\">\n<figure id=\"attachment_284237\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-284237\" style=\"width: 1041px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"wp-image-284237 lazyload\" src=\"image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAoAAAAFaAQMAAAC0Tn60AAAABlBMVEUAAAD\/\/\/+l2Z\/dAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAADJJREFUeNrtwTEBAAAAwqD1T20ND6AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAADeDW16AAFusAljAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC\" alt=\"best ski towns to work a season\" width=\"640\" height=\"346\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/whistler-base-area.jpg?resize=640%2C346&amp;ssl=1\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/whistler-base-area.jpg?w=750&amp;ssl=1 750w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/whistler-base-area.jpg?resize=300%2C162&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/whistler-base-area.jpg?resize=600%2C324&amp;ssl=1 600w\" data-max-width=\"640\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"640\" data-eio-rheight=\"346\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"wp-image-284237\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/whistler-base-area.jpg?resize=640%2C346&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"best ski towns to work a season\" width=\"640\" height=\"346\" data-eio=\"l\"><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-284237\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">If you are looking to travel abroad to work and live the ski bum life, these are the locations for you. | Photo: Tourism Whistler<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-1\" style=\"margin: 8px auto;text-align: center;display: block;clear: both\">\n<!-- GAM 71161633\/SNWBR_snowbrains\/article_hrec_1 --><\/p>\n<div data-fuse=\"article_hrec_1\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>For many skiers and snowboarders, working a season at a mountain is the ultimate way to combine a paycheck with a passion for snow.<\/strong> Instead of squeezing in a few vacation days each winter, seasonal workers can spend months living in a ski town, riding on their days off, and immersing themselves in mountain culture.<\/p>\n<p><strong>But not all ski destinations are created equal when it comes to seasonal work.<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remitly.com\/nz\/en\/money-transfer\/best-seasonal-work-locations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A recent study by <em>Remitly<\/em><\/a><em>,<\/em> ranking 88 popular seasonal work destinations around the world, found nine winter resort towns that stand above the rest.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The study ranked 88 seasonal work destinations across 21 countries using five factors: cost of living, rent affordability, things to do, job demand, and safety.<\/strong> Each factor was scored from 0 to 100, with the five scores averaged to produce an overall ranking for each destination.<\/p>\n<p><strong>These are the world\u2019s top nine destinations for skiers and snowboarders looking to work a season abroad.<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-15\" style=\"margin: 8px auto;text-align: center;display: block;clear: both\">\n<div class=\"sb-trending-widget\">\n<div class=\"sb-trending-header\">\n            <span class=\"sb-trending-icon\">\ud83d\udd25<\/span><br \/>\n            <span class=\"sb-trending-label\">Trending on SnowBrains<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n<ol class=\"sb-trending-list\">\n<li 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src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/790540829_871725182543840_1794839006645002470_n.jpeg?resize=200%2C125&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Canadian Ski Resorts See First Snow of the 2026-27 Season\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"80\" height=\"64\" data-eio=\"l\">\n                    <\/div>\n<div class=\"sb-trending-text\">\n                        <span class=\"sb-trending-num\">1<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"sb-trending-right\">\n                            <span class=\"sb-trending-title\">Canadian Ski Resorts See First Snow of the 2026-27 Season<span class=\"sb-trending-arrow\"> \u2192<\/span><\/span>\n                        <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>                <\/a>\n            <\/li>\n<li class=\"sb-trending-item\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/snowbrains.com\/best-ski-towns-to-work-a-season\/?utm_source=trending_widget&amp;utm_medium=internal&amp;utm_campaign=trending\" class=\"sb-trending-link\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"sb-trending-thumb\">\n          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Gunbarrel With New Six-Seat Chairlift in 2028\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"80\" height=\"64\" data-eio=\"l\">\n                    <\/div>\n<div class=\"sb-trending-text\">\n                        <span class=\"sb-trending-num\">4<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"sb-trending-right\">\n                            <span class=\"sb-trending-title\">Thredbo to Replace Gunbarrel With New Six-Seat Chairlift in 2028<span class=\"sb-trending-arrow\"> \u2192<\/span><\/span>\n                        <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>                <\/a>\n            <\/li>\n<li class=\"sb-trending-item\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/snowbrains.com\/utah-receives-its-first-michelin-starred-restaurant\/?utm_source=trending_widget&amp;utm_medium=internal&amp;utm_campaign=trending\" class=\"sb-trending-link\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"sb-trending-thumb\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" 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href=\"https:\/\/snowbrains.com\/quit-your-day-job-these-5-gigs-will-pay-you-to-live-the-ski-bum-dream\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em><strong>Quit Your Day Job: These 5 Gigs Will Pay You to Live the Ski Bum Dream<\/strong><\/em><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000\"><strong>#9 Whistler, Canada \u2013 Score: 58.3<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_192995\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-192995\" style=\"width: 1500px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-192995 lazyload\" src=\"image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAoAAAAFAAQMAAAAWA19JAAAABlBMVEUAAAD\/\/\/+l2Z\/dAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAADBJREFUeNrtwTEBAAAAwqD1T20MH6AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAPgZlQAABOGKJ6gAAAABJRU5ErkJggg==\" alt width=\"640\" height=\"320\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/support-local-in-whistler.jpg?resize=640%2C320&amp;ssl=1\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/support-local-in-whistler.jpg?w=1500&amp;ssl=1 1500w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/support-local-in-whistler.jpg?resize=600%2C300&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/support-local-in-whistler.jpg?resize=300%2C150&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/support-local-in-whistler.jpg?resize=700%2C350&amp;ssl=1 700w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/support-local-in-whistler.jpg?resize=768%2C384&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/support-local-in-whistler.jpg?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w\" data-max-width=\"640\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"640\" data-eio-rheight=\"320\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-192995\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/support-local-in-whistler.jpg?resize=640%2C320&amp;ssl=1\" alt width=\"640\" height=\"320\" data-eio=\"l\"><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-192995\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Whistler, British Columbia. | Photo: Tourism Whistler.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Whistler combines a huge ski and snowboard scene with a strong seasonal hospitality industry, giving temporary workers plenty of opportunities to work and play in the same place.<\/strong> Its abundance of outdoor attractions and activities means workers have plenty to do on their days off, while the resort\u2019s massive tourism industry creates consistent demand for seasonal jobs. For someone looking to spend a winter working abroad without giving up access to world-class skiing, Whistler offers a particularly natural fit.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000\"><strong>#8 Courchevel, France \u2013 Score: 60.9<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_422924\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-422924\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-422924 lazyload\" src=\"image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAoAAAAE1AQMAAABN7MM7AAAABlBMVEUAAAD\/\/\/+l2Z\/dAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAC1JREFUeNrtwQEBAAAAgJD+r+4ICgAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAgAZhxQABp0ZPFwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg==\" alt width=\"640\" height=\"309\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/courchevel-france.png?resize=640%2C309&amp;ssl=1\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/courchevel-france.png?w=1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/courchevel-france.png?resize=300%2C145&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/courchevel-france.png?resize=768%2C371&amp;ssl=1 768w\" data-max-width=\"640\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"640\" data-eio-rheight=\"309\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-422924\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/courchevel-france.png?resize=640%2C309&amp;ssl=1\" alt width=\"640\" height=\"309\" data-eio=\"l\"><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-422924\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Courchevel, France. | Photo: Alpin Bus<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-2\" style=\"margin: 8px auto;text-align: center;display: block;clear: both\">\n<!-- GAM 71161633\/SNWBR_snowbrains\/article_hrec_2 --><\/p>\n<div data-fuse=\"article_hrec_2\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Courchevel puts seasonal workers in the heart of the French Alps, with extensive skiing and snowboarding alongside a thriving hospitality industry that comes alive during the winter season.<\/strong> The area\u2019s large number of attractions and recreational opportunities gives workers plenty to explore beyond the slopes, while seasonal tourism creates demand for temporary employees. Its combination of mountain access, European ski culture, and seasonal work makes it an appealing destination for those looking to spend a winter in the Alps.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000\"><strong>#7 Zermatt, Switzerland \u2013 Score: 62.0<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_422925\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-422925\" style=\"width: 1280px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-422925 lazyload\" src=\"image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAABQAAAALQAQMAAAD1s08VAAAABlBMVEUAAAD\/\/\/+l2Z\/dAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAIdJREFUeNrtwTEBAAAAwqD1T20JT6AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAeBrE3wABnPeUSgAAAABJRU5ErkJggg==\" alt width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" data-src=\"https:\/\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/zermatt-city.avif\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/zermatt-city.avif 1280w, https:\/\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/zermatt-city-300x169.avif 300w, https:\/\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/zermatt-city-1200x675.avif 1200w, https:\/\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/zermatt-city-768x432.avif 768w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"1280\" data-eio-rheight=\"720\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-422925\" src=\"https:\/\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/zermatt-city.avif\" alt width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" data-eio=\"l\"><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-422925\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Zermatt, Switzerland. | Photo: The Australian<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Zermatt offers seasonal workers the chance to live and work beneath the Matterhorn while enjoying one of Europe\u2019s most famous ski and snowboard areas.<\/strong> The resort\u2019s strong tourism industry supports seasonal employment in hospitality and other services, while its concentration of attractions gives workers plenty to experience away from work. Although the high cost of living is an important consideration, Zermatt\u2019s spectacular mountain setting and extensive winter recreation make it a memorable option for a ski season abroad.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000\"><strong>#6 Val d\u2019Is\u00e8re, France \u2013 Score: 62.5<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_266750\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-266750\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-266750 lazyload\" src=\"image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAoAAAAGrAQMAAABqgLQIAAAABlBMVEUAAAD\/\/\/+l2Z\/dAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAADhJREFUeNrtwTEBAAAAwqD1T+1tB6AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAADgDIcbAAEnbF1FAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC\" alt width=\"640\" height=\"427\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/valdisere.webp?resize=640%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" data-eio-rwidth=\"640\" data-eio-rheight=\"427\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-266750\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/valdisere.webp?resize=640%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" alt width=\"640\" height=\"427\" data-eio=\"l\"><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-266750\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Val-d\u2019Is\u00e8re, France. | Photo: forbes.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-3\" style=\"margin: 8px auto;text-align: center;display: block;clear: both\">\n<!-- GAM 71161633\/SNWBR_snowbrains\/article_hrec_4 --><\/p>\n<div data-fuse=\"article_hrec_4\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Val d\u2019Is\u00e8re\u2019s high elevation in the French Alps helps provide a long season and dependable snow, making it a popular destination for winter workers.<\/strong> The resort scored well for affordability and job opportunities, while also having the highest number of attractions per resident among the ski destinations. Its biggest drawback was safety, with a score of 37.3, the lowest among the study\u2019s top destinations.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000\"><strong>#5 St Anton, Austria \u2013 Score: 63.6<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_415695\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-415695\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-415695 lazyload\" src=\"image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAoAAAAHgAQMAAAAPH06nAAAABlBMVEUAAAD\/\/\/+l2Z\/dAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAD1JREFUeNrtwQENAAAAwqD3T20ON6AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA4M8Al+AAAUvMG0oAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" alt=\"st anton arlberg austria\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/St.-Anton-am-Arlberg-4075423134.jpg?resize=640%2C480&amp;ssl=1\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/St.-Anton-am-Arlberg-4075423134.jpg?w=1000&amp;ssl=1 1000w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/St.-Anton-am-Arlberg-4075423134.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/St.-Anton-am-Arlberg-4075423134.jpg?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w\" data-max-width=\"640\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"640\" data-eio-rheight=\"480\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-415695\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/St.-Anton-am-Arlberg-4075423134.jpg?resize=640%2C480&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"st anton arlberg austria\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" data-eio=\"l\"><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-415695\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">St Anton, Austria. | Photo: vakantie-check.nl<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>St. Anton is a top choice for skiers who want a combination of quality skiing and a lively apr\u00e8s scene in Austria\u2019s Arlberg region.<\/strong> The resort has strong demand for seasonal hospitality workers, helped by its popularity with winter visitors, while also earning a solid safety score of 75.6. Living costs are higher than many other destinations, but the chance to spend a season in the Tyrolean Alps makes it an attractive option for seasonal workers.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000\"><strong>#4 Wanaka, New Zealand \u2013 Score: 64.1<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_422928\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-422928\" style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-422928 lazyload\" src=\"image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAoAAAAFoAQMAAAD9\/NgSAAAABlBMVEUAAAD\/\/\/+l2Z\/dAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAADJJREFUeNrtwQENAAAAwqD3T+3sARQAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAN3HoAAEwzlS7AAAAAElFTkSuQmCC\" alt width=\"640\" height=\"360\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Wanaka-fresh-snowfall-ChrisSearl.jpg.webp?resize=640%2C360&amp;ssl=1\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Wanaka-fresh-snowfall-ChrisSearl.jpg.webp?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Wanaka-fresh-snowfall-ChrisSearl.jpg.webp?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Wanaka-fresh-snowfall-ChrisSearl.jpg.webp?resize=1200%2C675&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Wanaka-fresh-snowfall-ChrisSearl.jpg.webp?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Wanaka-fresh-snowfall-ChrisSearl.jpg.webp?resize=1536%2C864&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Wanaka-fresh-snowfall-ChrisSearl.jpg.webp?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w\" data-max-width=\"640\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"640\" data-eio-rheight=\"360\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-422928\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Wanaka-fresh-snowfall-ChrisSearl.jpg.webp?resize=640%2C360&amp;ssl=1\" alt width=\"640\" height=\"360\" data-eio=\"l\"><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-422928\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Wanaka, New Zealand. | Photo: wanaka.co.nz<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Wanaka is a quieter lakeside community about an hour from Queenstown, offering easy access to Mount Aspiring National Park and nearby ski areas such as Cardrona and Treble Cone.<\/strong> It is a good choice for seasonal workers who want to experience the Southern Alps without the busier party scene found in Queenstown. Wanaka also scores highly for safety and has more affordable rent than Queenstown, while maintaining a relatively low cost of living.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000\"><strong>#3 Queenstown, New Zealand \u2013 Score: 66.6<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_422931\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-422931\" style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-422931 lazyload\" src=\"image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAoAAAAEFAQMAAABJlsSWAAAABlBMVEUAAAD\/\/\/+l2Z\/dAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAACpJREFUeNrtwQEBAAAAgiD\/r25IQAEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAcGdSlQAB59c4BAAAAABJRU5ErkJggg==\" alt width=\"640\" height=\"261\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/queenstown2.webp?resize=640%2C261&amp;ssl=1\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/queenstown2.webp?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/queenstown2.webp?resize=300%2C122&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/queenstown2.webp?resize=1200%2C489&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/queenstown2.webp?resize=768%2C313&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/queenstown2.webp?resize=1536%2C626&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/queenstown2.webp?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w\" data-max-width=\"640\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"640\" data-eio-rheight=\"261\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-422931\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/queenstown2.webp?resize=640%2C261&amp;ssl=1\" alt width=\"640\" height=\"261\" data-eio=\"l\"><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-422931\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Queenstown, New Zealand. | Photo: Legendary Trips<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Queenstown sits along Lake Wakatipu with the Remarkables providing a dramatic backdrop, making it one of New Zealand\u2019s premier destinations for outdoor adventure and attracting visitors year-round.<\/strong> The steady flow of tourists creates seasonal employment opportunities in both hospitality and at nearby ski areas. While housing can be expensive, seasonal employers often provide or subsidize accommodations, and shared housing is another common option for workers.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000\"><strong>#2 Cortina d\u2019Ampezzo, Italy \u2013 Score: 73.1<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_193855\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-193855\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-193855 lazyload\" src=\"image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAoAAAAFMAQMAAABhwZ8yAAAABlBMVEUAAAD\/\/\/+l2Z\/dAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAADFJREFUeNrtwTEBAAAAwqD1T20Hb6AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH4DaQwAAZgSnl4AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" alt width=\"640\" height=\"332\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/00_Cortina_inverno_PaolaDandrea-1.jpg?resize=640%2C332&amp;ssl=1\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/00_Cortina_inverno_PaolaDandrea-1.jpg?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/00_Cortina_inverno_PaolaDandrea-1.jpg?resize=600%2C311&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/00_Cortina_inverno_PaolaDandrea-1.jpg?resize=300%2C156&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/00_Cortina_inverno_PaolaDandrea-1.jpg?resize=700%2C363&amp;ssl=1 700w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/00_Cortina_inverno_PaolaDandrea-1.jpg?resize=768%2C398&amp;ssl=1 768w\" data-max-width=\"640\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"640\" data-eio-rheight=\"332\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-193855\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/00_Cortina_inverno_PaolaDandrea-1.jpg?resize=640%2C332&amp;ssl=1\" alt width=\"640\" height=\"332\" data-eio=\"l\"><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-193855\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Cortina d\u2019Ampezzo, Italy. | Photo: Cortina Dolomiti.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Cortina d\u2019Ampezzo sits in Italy\u2019s Dolomites and is known for its scenic setting, upscale reputation, and long history as a popular ski destination.<\/strong> Hosting part of a major international winter sports event in 2026 helped increase its profile and contributed to strong seasonal job demand, while it also ranked as the safest destination in the study. The downside is the high cost of living and expensive housing, although seasonal employers may offer subsidized accommodations or other lower-cost housing options.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000\"><strong>#1 Niseko, Japan \u2013 Score: 79.0<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_422932\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-422932\" style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-422932 lazyload\" src=\"image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAoAAAAFoAQMAAAD9\/NgSAAAABlBMVEUAAAD\/\/\/+l2Z\/dAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAADJJREFUeNrtwQENAAAAwqD3T+3sARQAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAN3HoAAEwzlS7AAAAAElFTkSuQmCC\" alt width=\"640\" height=\"360\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/niseko.jpg?resize=640%2C360&amp;ssl=1\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/niseko.jpg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/niseko.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/niseko.jpg?resize=1200%2C675&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/niseko.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/niseko.jpg?resize=1536%2C864&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/niseko.jpg?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w\" data-max-width=\"640\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"640\" data-eio-rheight=\"360\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-422932\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/niseko.jpg?resize=640%2C360&amp;ssl=1\" alt width=\"640\" height=\"360\" data-eio=\"l\"><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-422932\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Niseko, Japan. | Photo: The Culture Trip<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Niseko, located on Japan\u2019s northern island of Hokkaido, is renowned for its exceptional powder snow and four interconnected ski areas.<\/strong> Its international atmosphere and large English-speaking community make it an appealing option for seasonal workers seeking jobs in hospitality, ski schools, or mountain operations. The area also scored highly for safety, while relatively affordable living costs help offset its remote location and the resort\u2019s higher prices.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\"><strong>For skiers and snowboarders, a seasonal job can mean much more than a paycheck.<\/strong> It is a chance to spend an entire winter surrounded by mountains, meet people from around the world, and turn the ski bum dream into a temporary way of life. These nine destinations show that there are plenty of ways to make it happen. So if you\u2019ve ever dreamed of working a season abroad, dust off the r\u00e9sum\u00e9, pack your skis or snowboard, and start looking for your next winter home.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_422906\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-422906\" style=\"width: 695px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-422906 lazyload\" src=\"image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAoAAAAJOAQMAAAAd4SSkAAAABlBMVEUAAAD\/\/\/+l2Z\/dAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAEVJREFUeNrtwTEBAAAAwqD1T20Hb6AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA+A26rgABw6JDiwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg==\" alt width=\"640\" height=\"590\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/top-abroad-towns.jpg.png?resize=640%2C590&amp;ssl=1\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/top-abroad-towns.jpg.png?w=695&amp;ssl=1 695w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/top-abroad-towns.jpg.png?resize=300%2C277&amp;ssl=1 300w\" data-max-width=\"640\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"640\" data-eio-rheight=\"590\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-422906\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/top-abroad-towns.jpg.png?resize=640%2C590&amp;ssl=1\" alt width=\"640\" height=\"590\" data-eio=\"l\"><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-422906\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The world\u2019s top 10 locations for ski and winter resort work. | Photo: Remitly<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><!-- CONTENT END 1 -->\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you are looking to travel abroad to work and live the ski bum life, these are the locations for you. | Photo: Tourism Whistler For many skiers and snowboarders, working a season at a mountain is the ultimate way to combine a paycheck with a passion for snow. 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