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Coach jobs with H-2B visa sponsorship are available at resorts, summer camps, sports academies, and recreational facilities that hire seasonal instructors each year. Employers must file a temporary labor certification with the DOL before sponsoring you, and the 66,000-visa annual cap means timing your application matters as much as your qualifications.
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Sugar Bowl Resort is seeking enthusiastic, driven, and snow-loving Apprentice Ski and Snowboard Instructors to join our Snowsports School team for the upcoming winter season. This is the perfect entry point for aspiring instructors who are passionate about skiing or snowboarding, love working with people, and are ready to launch or grow a career in the mountain resort industry.
No certification? No problem. If you have the heart for teaching, the skills on snow, and the drive to grow, we will help you get there. Our in-house instructor training program is one of the best in the business - designed to build your technical knowledge, sharpen your teaching methodology, and set you up for a long, rewarding career on the mountain.
Snowboard instructors must also be able to ski and teach skiing. All backgrounds and experience levels are welcome to apply.
Note: This is an entry-level position. Compensation and opportunities will be determined by management based on experience, demonstrated skill, and certifications held. Holding a current PSIA/AASI or equivalent certification may increase your placement level and pay rate.
Why Sugar Bowl?
Sugar Bowl Resort has been proudly independent for over 80 years and is one of the oldest ski resorts in California. Situated atop beautiful Donner Summit, Sugar Bowl has a storied past with ties to Austrian ski culture, Hollywood and Walt Disney. This special community helped bring skiing to “sunny California” since December 1939. Since then, it continues to attract adventurous winter sports enthusiasts alike.
Who you are
You might be brand new to teaching, or you might have some experience under your belt - either way, you show up with energy, curiosity, and a genuine love of snow. You're a strong skier or snowboarder who connects naturally with people, adapts quickly, and is excited to learn and grow in a structured, team-oriented environment.
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:
- No prior teaching certification required - apprentices are welcome and encouraged to apply; PSIA/AASI or equivalent certification, if held, will be recognized and may increase opportunities and pay rate
- Strong intermediate skiing ability or higher required; snowboard instructors must also be able to ski
- Creative, innovative, and able to manage groups of guests in an organized and safe manner
- Natural ability to connect and communicate with guests of all ages - especially children and families
- Eager to learn, coachable, and committed to personal and professional growth in the mountain resort industry
- Collaborative team player with the ability to build positive relationships across departments
- Punctual and reliable - must be available and equipment-ready by assigned start time; assignments may begin as early as 7:00 AM
WHAT YOU WILL DO
INSTRUCTION & DEVELOPMENT
- Participate in Sugar Bowl's season-long in-house instructor training program, developing the skills and methodology to become a confident, effective instructor
- Deliver group lessons, private lessons, and/or coaching sessions as assigned and as skill level progresses
- Support and assist in our Seasonal Shredders program and specialty coaching tracks under the guidance of senior instructors
- Apply progressive, guest-centered teaching techniques learned through training to create safe, engaging, and enjoyable lesson experiences
- Actively pursue growth toward PSIA/AASI certification with the support of our training team
GUEST EXPERIENCE & TEAM CULTURE
- Deliver a warm, professional, and memorable experience for every guest - from first contact to final run
- Communicate effectively and positively with guests, families, homeowners, and fellow resort staff
- Serve as a living example of Sugar Bowl's core values in every interaction
- Foster a spirit of collaboration and mutual support with fellow instructors and other resort departments
- Assist with cleaning assignments shared by Snowsports School staff
- Perform snow shoveling as necessary to maintain safe, accessible work areas
- Support other resort departments as operationally needed
APPLICATION QUESTIONS (please have this information ready)
- Which discipline are you able to teach?
- What PSIA/AASI or other industry certifications do you hold?
Physical Requirements
This is a physically demanding, outdoor role performed entirely on the mountain in Sierra Nevada winter conditions. Candidates must be able to meet the following requirements:
- Prolonged physical activity on snow including skiing, snowboarding, walking in ski boots, and standing on varied terrain
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions typical of Donner Summit, including heavy snowfall, high winds, freezing temperatures, ice, flat light, and reduced visibility - full days, every scheduled shift
- Ability to lift, carry, and assist with equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds
- Ability to perform snow shoveling and general physical maintenance tasks as assigned
- Visual acuity to navigate mountain terrain and monitor guests in varying light and weather conditions
- Must be able to tolerate sustained exposure to heavy winter weather
WINTER BENEFITS
- Seasonal training opportunity
- Tiered equipment reimbursement based on qualifying hours, available upon return the following season
- Certification reimbursement, available upon return the following season
- Employer sponsored 401k plan after 1000hrs (and 1-yr)
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Free ski and tubing passes for employees
- Free ski passes for dependents
- Discounted Group Lessons for dependents
- 50% off food at our cafeterias
- Free group ski and snowboard lessons for employees
- Excellent discounts on competitive and non-competitive Snow Sports Programs
- Employee discounted lift tickets for family and friends
- Lift ticket discounts at tons of resorts including 24 destinations thanks to the Mountain Collective
- Hotel discounts
- Employee ski reciprocal programs
- Access to free technical performance and teach methodology training throughout the season
Sugar Bowl Resort believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate against its employees or applicants because of race, color, hair, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender orientation, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation. Equal employment opportunity will be extended to all persons in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including recruitment, hiring, upgrading, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination.
INTRODUCTION
Sugar Bowl Resort is seeking enthusiastic, driven, and snow-loving Apprentice Ski and Snowboard Instructors to join our Snowsports School team for the upcoming winter season. This is the perfect entry point for aspiring instructors who are passionate about skiing or snowboarding, love working with people, and are ready to launch or grow a career in the mountain resort industry.
No certification? No problem. If you have the heart for teaching, the skills on snow, and the drive to grow, we will help you get there. Our in-house instructor training program is one of the best in the business - designed to build your technical knowledge, sharpen your teaching methodology, and set you up for a long, rewarding career on the mountain.
Snowboard instructors must also be able to ski and teach skiing. All backgrounds and experience levels are welcome to apply.
Note: This is an entry-level position. Compensation and opportunities will be determined by management based on experience, demonstrated skill, and certifications held. Holding a current PSIA/AASI or equivalent certification may increase your placement level and pay rate.
Why Sugar Bowl?
Sugar Bowl Resort has been proudly independent for over 80 years and is one of the oldest ski resorts in California. Situated atop beautiful Donner Summit, Sugar Bowl has a storied past with ties to Austrian ski culture, Hollywood and Walt Disney. This special community helped bring skiing to “sunny California” since December 1939. Since then, it continues to attract adventurous winter sports enthusiasts alike.
Who you are
You might be brand new to teaching, or you might have some experience under your belt - either way, you show up with energy, curiosity, and a genuine love of snow. You're a strong skier or snowboarder who connects naturally with people, adapts quickly, and is excited to learn and grow in a structured, team-oriented environment.
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:
- No prior teaching certification required - apprentices are welcome and encouraged to apply; PSIA/AASI or equivalent certification, if held, will be recognized and may increase opportunities and pay rate
- Strong intermediate skiing ability or higher required; snowboard instructors must also be able to ski
- Creative, innovative, and able to manage groups of guests in an organized and safe manner
- Natural ability to connect and communicate with guests of all ages - especially children and families
- Eager to learn, coachable, and committed to personal and professional growth in the mountain resort industry
- Collaborative team player with the ability to build positive relationships across departments
- Punctual and reliable - must be available and equipment-ready by assigned start time; assignments may begin as early as 7:00 AM
WHAT YOU WILL DO
INSTRUCTION & DEVELOPMENT
- Participate in Sugar Bowl's season-long in-house instructor training program, developing the skills and methodology to become a confident, effective instructor
- Deliver group lessons, private lessons, and/or coaching sessions as assigned and as skill level progresses
- Support and assist in our Seasonal Shredders program and specialty coaching tracks under the guidance of senior instructors
- Apply progressive, guest-centered teaching techniques learned through training to create safe, engaging, and enjoyable lesson experiences
- Actively pursue growth toward PSIA/AASI certification with the support of our training team
GUEST EXPERIENCE & TEAM CULTURE
- Deliver a warm, professional, and memorable experience for every guest - from first contact to final run
- Communicate effectively and positively with guests, families, homeowners, and fellow resort staff
- Serve as a living example of Sugar Bowl's core values in every interaction
- Foster a spirit of collaboration and mutual support with fellow instructors and other resort departments
- Assist with cleaning assignments shared by Snowsports School staff
- Perform snow shoveling as necessary to maintain safe, accessible work areas
- Support other resort departments as operationally needed
APPLICATION QUESTIONS (please have this information ready)
- Which discipline are you able to teach?
- What PSIA/AASI or other industry certifications do you hold?
Physical Requirements
This is a physically demanding, outdoor role performed entirely on the mountain in Sierra Nevada winter conditions. Candidates must be able to meet the following requirements:
- Prolonged physical activity on snow including skiing, snowboarding, walking in ski boots, and standing on varied terrain
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions typical of Donner Summit, including heavy snowfall, high winds, freezing temperatures, ice, flat light, and reduced visibility - full days, every scheduled shift
- Ability to lift, carry, and assist with equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds
- Ability to perform snow shoveling and general physical maintenance tasks as assigned
- Visual acuity to navigate mountain terrain and monitor guests in varying light and weather conditions
- Must be able to tolerate sustained exposure to heavy winter weather
WINTER BENEFITS
- Seasonal training opportunity
- Tiered equipment reimbursement based on qualifying hours, available upon return the following season
- Certification reimbursement, available upon return the following season
- Employer sponsored 401k plan after 1000hrs (and 1-yr)
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Free ski and tubing passes for employees
- Free ski passes for dependents
- Discounted Group Lessons for dependents
- 50% off food at our cafeterias
- Free group ski and snowboard lessons for employees
- Excellent discounts on competitive and non-competitive Snow Sports Programs
- Employee discounted lift tickets for family and friends
- Lift ticket discounts at tons of resorts including 24 destinations thanks to the Mountain Collective
- Hotel discounts
- Employee ski reciprocal programs
- Access to free technical performance and teach methodology training throughout the season
Sugar Bowl Resort believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate against its employees or applicants because of race, color, hair, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender orientation, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation. Equal employment opportunity will be extended to all persons in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including recruitment, hiring, upgrading, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Coach Jobs
Pull your O*NET occupation profile first
Coach roles span several DOL job classifications. Check O*NET to confirm the exact occupational code your position falls under before approaching employers, so your résumé and credentials align with what the DOL labor certification actually requires.
Target employers who file before February
The summer-half cap fills fast. Resorts, camps, and sports academies that file H-2B visa petitions before the January or March lottery dates are your strongest leads. Ask hiring managers directly whether they filed the prior season.
Verify your coaching credentials translate to U.S. standards
Many H-2B Coach roles require sport-specific certifications recognized by U.S. national governing bodies. Confirm your home-country credentials meet those standards before accepting an offer, since employers list exact requirements in their DOL job order.
Search verified H-2B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Coach openings by employers with confirmed H-2B filing history. This cuts time spent on employers who won't sponsor and surfaces seasonal operations that hire internationally every year.
Confirm your employer's DOL prevailing wage before signing
Run your job title and location through the OFLC Wage Search to see what wage the DOL will certify. If the offer falls below that rate, USCIS will reject the petition regardless of how strong your qualifications are.
Ask for your petition receipt number on day one
Once your employer files Form I-129, request the USCIS receipt notice immediately. That number lets you track adjudication status and confirms the petition was submitted before the cap closed for your entry date.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find Coach jobs that offer H-2B visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the recommended way to search. It filters Coach openings by employers with verified H-2B filing history, so you're only seeing positions where sponsorship is a real option. Seasonal sports facilities, summer camps, and resort recreation departments account for most H-2B Coach postings, and many rehire internationally sponsored staff every season.
How does the H-2B annual cap affect my chances of getting a Coach position?
The H-2B program is capped at 66,000 visas per fiscal year, split into two 33,000-slot halves for the winter and summer seasons. Summer Coach roles are especially competitive because demand peaks around the same filing window. If your employer misses the cap or lottery cutoff, your start date gets pushed to the next cycle, so employers who file early give you the best shot.
What documents should I have ready before a Coach employer files my H-2B petition?
Gather your coaching certifications, a current résumé showing sport-specific experience, copies of any national governing body credentials, and a valid passport with at least six months of remaining validity beyond your intended stay. Your employer will need these to complete the DOL temporary labor certification and to support the I-129 petition they file with USCIS.
Can a Coach job that starts as a single season lead to multi-year H-2B employment?
H-2B status is granted in increments tied to your employer's certified need, typically one season at a time, with extensions possible up to a three-year maximum before you must leave the U.S. for at least three consecutive months. Many seasonal operators do sponsor returning coaches each year, but each new season requires a fresh DOL labor certification and USCIS petition.
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