Niseko Winter Resort Management & Powder Snow Field Practicum

Immersive winter semester internship at leading international ski resorts in Niseko, gaining operational experience in multilingual guest services, ski patrol coordination, and avalanche safety.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: Enrolled Tourism major with 2.75+ GPA and intermediate ski/snowboard proficiency
English language proficiency: Bilingual proficiency (Japanese JLPT N2 and English)
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Resort management resume and statement of outdoor safety readiness
Recommendation letters: Faculty practicum coordinator recommendation

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Resort housing provided plus monthly seasonal stipend of ¥120,000
Application fee: ¥0 application fee
Tuition / joining costs: Credit-bearing field practicum

Dates and verification

Application deadline: September 30, 2027 (Winter Season Cohort)
Last source review: 2026-10-16

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Sapporo International University documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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