How to Find a Job in a Colorado Ski Town

Many people who visit Colorado for the skiing often like to say that they came for the winters but stayed for the summers. The mountain lifestyle certainly has its perks. That said, in less you are independently wealthy, living in "ski country" will require dependable employment.

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• A resume
• Proof of citizenship or "green card."
• Some instructor jobs might require PSIA or ASIA certification.

1. For an overview of Colorado ski town jobs, visit coolworks.com or jobmonkey.com

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   For work in a specific ski town, look at the classified sections of summitdaily.com
   aspentimes.com
   vaildaily.com
   
   For on-mountain work, you can also check the websites of the specific resorts.

3. Apply early! These jobs fill up quickly.

4. Present a relatively clean-cut image. Some jobs might require a drug test and background check.

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   Gain related experience in your home town. Most ski area jobs want employees that have experience in the hospitality industry. If you are applying as a ski or snowboard instructor, while some resorts accept newbies, having experience at your local hill is definitely a plus.

6. Compare the cost of housing with the amount you will earn on your job. Can you afford it? Some areas, such as Copper Mountain have on-mountain employee housing. Other towns, such as Vail and Breckenridge are in the process of creating affordable employee housing throughout the town.

7. Some jobs will require a Colorado driver's license. However, you will need proof of residency before getting one, so secure housing arrangements before you apply.

Tips & Warnings

• Check out ski message forums such as forums.epicski.com
• They can be a great source for "insider" information about ski area employment.
• Don't expect to get rich. However, there are definite perks to living on a ski resort!

Resources

• Employment in Colorado Ski Country