April 06, 2020
5 Unusual Japanese Recruitment Strategies
Searching for a job isn’t easy, but there are many companies that struggle with recruiting as well. Find out about some unconventional ways in which Japanese firms try to find the right people. Standing......
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Black Companies: What they are and how to spot them
In Japan, Black Companies are infamous among job seekers for long work hours, bad pay and harsh rules. While they can be hard to identify, there are some things that you should keep an...
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5 things you can do to prepare for an IT job in Japan
IT is one of the more open and international Japanese industries. That being said, whether you excel in Japanese ability or IT experience, it’s better to come prepared. Read on to find out what...
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Is it easy to get a Job in Japan?
The job market in Japan is opening up to foreigners. But how much competition should you expect, and how many options are you likely to have? We looked at some surveys to give you...
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IT Jobs in Japan for Humanities Majors
IT is more than just programming – there are also a bunch of other options for newcomers. Here’s an overview of common IT jobs in Japan that can equip you with valuable hard skills...
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Jiko-PR: How to sell your strengths in Japanese
“Why should we hire you?” Many a job seeker has had problems with the question. This article shows you how to respond to that question in a Japanese context. Cultural Differences in Job Hunting...
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Japanese Job Hunt – Beginning of A New Era?
For international students, the strict Japanese job-hunting schedule comes with many limitations. But change is on the horizon. What will the future bring? Find out here. Traditional job-hunting schedule in Japan If you have...
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Teaching English in Japan – An Overview
Teaching English is the most popular job among newcomers to Japan, and there are good reasons for that. But what exactly does being an English teacher mean – and is it worth it? Read...
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Job-Hunting Advice from Foreigners for Foreigners
Job-hunting in Japan can be tough. While most of us experience some struggle, many do manage to secure jobs in this country. We talked to four graduates who made it and recently started working...
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Japanese Job-Hunting Portal Sites
There are many ways to job-hunt in Japan – even if you only use the internet. This article introduces you to the most widely used Japanese job portals as well as some smaller ones...
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Engineering Internships in Japan
Are you an engineering major and interested in Japan? How about doing an internship here? The requirements are not as high as you might think – this article gives you an overview. Japan –...
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Civil Engineering Jobs in Japan
Jobs in Civil Engineering may not be what one first associates with Japan, but the country offers many interesting projects and challenges. This article introduces the required skills and where you can work as...
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English Writing Jobs in Japan for Foreigners
If you’re living in Japan and want a job that utilizes your English abilities there’s an alternative to teaching English – writing. Read on to find out how to work comfortably from your home....
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Paid Internships in Japan and Where to Find them
Paid Internships in Japan are relatively rare, but very much possible to get when you know where to look for them and tell them apart from others. Read on to find out how to...
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Internships in Japan for Foreigners and How to Find them
Finding an internship in Japan as a foreigner is difficult? To make things easier we introduce where and how to find internships that match your needs. The easiest way to get an internship in...
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