Application for participation in the JET Programme is a long and competitive process. However, the rewards of being chosen are well worth the effort. Not only will the successful applicant receive a one year contract to live and work in Japan, but they will be comforted in the knowledge that they are backed by the Japanese Government and able to call upon an extensive support system.

【Participant Recruitment and Selection】

Recruitment and selection of participants is conducted by Japanese embassies and consulates overseas. Individuals interested in becoming JET Programme participants should contact the Japanese Embassy in their country of citizenship.

In addition to conducting regular recruitment activities using posters, pamphlets and the internet, overseas embassies and consulates hold information sessions at venues such as colleges, universities and career centres during the active recruitment period (this period may vary slightly depending on the participating country and arrival period in Japan).

【Participant Selection Process】

Below is a general overview of the application process. Please note that procedures may vary slightly by participating country.

1. The Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs promotes the JET Programme and distributes applications via Embassies and Consulates.

2. Interested applicants must complete and send applications to the Embassy of Japan in his / her home country by the appropriate deadline.

3. Applications are reviewed by the Embassy of Japan.

4. Applicants who pass the application review stage are interviewed at the nearest embassy or consulate.

5. Final interview results are announced (notification is sent to those applicants who are selected as either a participant or an alternate as well as those who were not selected).

6. Once participation on the Programme has been confirmed by the participant and placement has been decided, final acceptance and placement notification results are sent by the Contracting Organisation.

7. Q&A sessions and preliminary training sessions are held for selected participants at the embassy and consulate.

8. Pre-departure orientations are held at the embassy or consulate.