Q＆A Japanese Embassies

Q I'm interested in the ALT position, but I can't   Embassy of Japan in the United States of America
Tel (1-202) 238-6772/6773
Embassy of Japan in Korea
Tel (82-2) 2170-5200
speak Japanese. Are there opportunities to study? jetprogramusa.org www.kr.emb-japan.go.jp
A. An online Japanese language course for different
Embassy of Japan in the United Kingdom Embassy of Japan in Russia
levels is provided for JET participants to help improve Tel (44-20) 7465-6668 Tel (7-495) 229-2550
communication in the workplace and promote the www.jet-uk.org www.ru.emb-japan.go.jp

understanding of Japan and its regions. Embassy of Japan in Australia Embassy of Japan in Brazil
Tel (61-2) 6273-3244 Tel (55-61) 3442- 4200 Join one of the largest international exchange
Q Are there opportunities to improve professional www.au.emb-japan.go.jp www.br.emb-japan.go.jp
and teaching programmes in the world
  skills and learn about daily life in Japan?
Embassy of Japan in New Zealand Embassy of Japan in South Africa
A. Training to help improve business manners and learn Tel (64-4) 473-1540 Tel (27-12) 452-1500
about daily life in Japan is provided for JET www.nz.emb-japan.go.jp www.za.emb-japan.go.jp

participants directly after arrival and during their Embassy of Japan in Canada Embassy of Japan in the Philippines
appointment. Courses related to team-teaching Tel (1-613) 241-8541 Tel (63-2) 551-5710
jetprogramme.ca www.ph.emb-japan.go.jp
methods, translation and interpretation are also
offered. Embassy of Japan in Ireland Embassy of Japan in Singapore
Tel (353-1) 202-8300 Tel (65) 6235-8855
Q Is there any support in the case of an emergency, www.ie.emb-japan.go.jp www.sg.emb-japan.go.jp

  like an injury or illness? Embassy of Japan in France Embassy of Japan in Jamaica

A. JET participants are covered by Employees' Health Tel (33-1) 4888-6200 Tel (1- 876) 929-3338
www.fr.emb-japan.go.jp www.jamaica.emb-japan.go.jp
Insurance and JET Accident Insurance to reduce the
costs of medical expenses and personal liability Embassy of Japan in Germany Embassy of Japan in Trinidad and Tobago
Tel (49-30) 210940 Tel (1-868) 628-5991
incurred due to injuries or illnesses. www.de.emb-japan.go.jp www.tt.emb-japan.go.jp

Q Can I consult with a specialist if I am having Embassy of Japan in China Embassy of Japan in Barbados
  problems or issues related to life in Japan or work? Tel (86-10) 8531-9800 Tel (1-246) 622-4090
www.cn.emb-japan.go.jp www.tt.emb-japan.go.jp/
A. A free online consultation service is available for JET index_japan_barbados.html
participants to speak with counsellors and mental
health specialists in regards to work issues or daily life Recruitment is conducted in countries other than those
problems. listed above. Please visit the homepage of the Embassy
Q Is there support to learn about teaching methods if of Japan in your home country.
I have no experience in teaching English?
A. To improve teaching skills, JET participants are
provided with subsidies to obtain TEFL certification. Use this QR code or the URL
below for further information
regarding JET Programme
Recruitment and Selection
applications, etc.
The recruitment and selection of JET participants is
conducted at Japanese embassies and consulates
around the world. Applications received by the deadline
are screened and interviews are conducted for select The Japan Exchange & Teaching Programme

candidates.
Please contact the Embassy or a Consulate of Japan in http://jetprogramme.org/ja/apply/ Council of Local Authorities for
your home country for more detailed information about International Relations
the recruitment and selection process.
www.jetprogramme.org
 The JET Programme Job Types
The Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Programme
Assistant Language Teacher (ALT)
started in1987 with the aim of promoting grass-roots
international exchange between Japan and other Participants employed as ALTs are placed in schools or
countries. In 2018, the JET Programme welcomed 5,528 local boards of education. ALTs assist Japanese teachers
with foreign language lessons, and are thus involved in
participants from 54 countries. Since the beginning of
the preparation of
the JET Programme, there have been more than 68,000
teaching materials and in
participants from 73 countries around the world.
extracurricular activities
such as English clubs.
The JET Programme is administered by Japanese local More than 90% of JET
governments in cooperation with: participants are ALTs.
・The Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (MIC)
・The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA)
・The Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and
Technology (MEXT) Coordinator for International Relations (CIR)
・The Council of Local Authorities for International Participants employed as CIRs assist local government
Relations (CLAIR) organisations in various international exchange activities.
Due to the nature of their work, CIRs are required to have
JET Programme participants are appointed by a functional command
of the Japanese
prefectures and municipalities throughout Japan and
language (equivalent to
work in local government organisations or schools.
N2 or higher of the
Japanese Language
Proficiency Test).
Over 68,000 participants from 73 countries
General Conditions
(1) Period of Participation
・In principle, participation is for a one year period starting
from the day after arrival in Japan.
・If the contracting organisation deems the participant's
work performance is of the required standard, it is
possible to renew for up to a total of three years. If
performance is deemed to be exceptionally high, it is
possible to renew for up to a total of five years.
(2) Work Hours
・35 hours per week
(JET participants usually work Monday to Friday, but this
may vary according to each contracting organisation).
(3) Holidays
・Saturday, Sunday, Japanese national holidays, paid leave
(minimum 10 days, in principle).
* Due to work circumstances, JET participants may be
asked to work during weekends and national holidays.
(4) Remuneration
・JET participants are guaranteed a remuneration of
approximately 3.36 million yen for their first appointment.
Remuneration increases with subsequent appointments.
(5) Assignment
・JET participants are assigned to local government
organisations and schools throughout Japan. Although
requests are possible, assignments may differ from
locations requested.

Sports Exchange Advisor (SEA)

44,000 Participants employed as SEAs work for local government

Eligibility
13,100 organisations coaching
sports. SEAs are Applicants must:
2,400 professionals who ・Be interested in Japan and be willing to deepen their
assist with training knowledge and appreciation of Japan.
and the planning of ・ALT and CIR applicants must hold at least a Bachelor's
7,700 sports-related projects, degree or obtain such qualifications by the designated
as well as international arrival date (July/August or April).
650 exchange activities. ・Be a national of the country where the recruitment and
700
selection procedures take place.
Approximate numbers as of July 2018
・Not have lived in Japan for six or more years in total in
the past ten years.

For more details, please access the JET Programme website:

www.jetprogramme.org