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Position: Inside Sales, Sales Assistant
Posted by: Quick USA
Location: Plano, TX, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Carlos Medina (Oita, 2019-2022) for passing along the following job opening via Quick USA.

A Japanese manufacturing company focusing on electronic components is currently looking for a full time Japanese-Bilingual Inside Sales Assistant to join their Plano, TX location.

This position is considered an entry level one, so if you’re looking to get your career started in Japanese companies, this could be a great opportunity for you.

Japanese & English Proficiency ( Intermediate or higher) is a must and proficiency in MS Excel is a big plus!

The yearly pay for this position is 50k and it includes great benefits.

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Position: Japanese Bilingual Sales Manager of Strategic Sales Engagement
Posted by: interesse international inc./iiicareer
Location: Houston, TX, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Seiko Maruyama for passing along the following job opening via interesse international inc./ iiicareer.

The Sales Manager, Strategic Sales Engagement, is responsible for driving sales growth through new business development and expansion of existing accounts. This role manages sales activities for existing clients, prospective clients, and network clients, while collaborating closely with business development teams, operations, and other business units across global and local markets.
The Sales Manager plays a key role in building a flexible, multicultural sales organization and securing new business opportunities through cross-selling, tenders, and strategic account management.

Key Responsibilities:

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Position: Clerical and Administrative Assistant
Posted by: Permanent Mission of Japan to the United Nations
Location: New York, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Jessica Wang (Tenri-shi, Nara-ken, 2011-2014) for passing along the following job opening.

Description:
The Permanent Mission of Japan to the United Nations is seeking an individual to fill a vacancy in the political section.

1. Brief Job Description
General clerical and administrative support in addition to attending various meetings and taking minutes of them.

2. Location
The Permanent Mission of Japan to the United Nations
605 Third Avenue, 28th Floor, New York NY 10158

3. Qualifications
[Required]
‐ US citizen or permanent resident
– Native-level English proficiency and touch typing
‐ Graduate student or expected graduate student in relevant fields (e.g. international politics, international security, public policy, etc.)

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Position: Bilingual Sales Representative
Posted by:  iiicareer/interesse international inc.
Location: Schaumburg, IL, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Seiko Maruyama for passing along the following job opening via iiicareer/interesse international inc.

Job Description
The primary responsibility is sales activities for a SaaS product focused on engineering drawing management and order processing for manufacturing companies.

Employment Flow
1. Training Period in Japan
・Location: Tokyo area, Japan
・Duration: 6 months – 1 year (depending on experience)
・Work visa for Japan will be sponsored
・Onsite work required
・Working hours will follow U.S. time zones (Night shifts required, e.g. 10:00pm / 11:00pm – 7:00am)
・Monthly business trips to the U.S. (approximately 2 weeks per trip)

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Position: International Administrative Staff
Posted by: Tohoku University
Location: Sendai, Miyagi, Japan
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Tohoku University for passing along the following job opening.

Description:
Affiliation: International Research Institute of Disaster Science

Key Responsibilities:
• Translating Japanese documents to English (internal notifications, letters to external parties, various print materials, etc.)
• Assisting with the preparation of English documents (such as contracts) and coordinating with prospective foreign researchers
• Handling administrative procedures related to concluding international exchange agreements
• Providing general affairs-related administrative assistance (meetings, mail, various events, bulletin boards, joint seminars with overseas partners, etc.)

Tohoku University is one of Japan’s leading universities for education and research. It is continually increasing its international presence, partnering with top institutions worldwide and pushing for new discoveries and collaborations.

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click here – https://sites.google.com/tohoku.ac.jp/workwithus/home

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Position: Summer Japanese-Speaking Resident Director
Posted by: American Councils for International Education
Location: Japan
Contract: Full-Time; Temporary

POSITION SUMMARY

American Councils is currently seeking a qualified consultant to serve as a Japanese-speaking Resident Director to work on a summer Japanese language program approximately eight weeks in length. The language program offers intensive Japanese language instruction and structured cultural enrichment experiences designed to promote rapid language gains in undergraduate and graduate students.

The Resident Director represents American Councils on the program overseas. The Resident Director will work with the host institution, manage communications between American Councils, program participants and local staff, advise participants as required, and resolve medical and other issues as necessary.

The Resident Director must be available to program participants on a daily basis; regularly observe classes at the host institution; meet regularly with teachers, administrators, and participants; and chaperone group travel and cultural programs and other events and activities focused on the immersion experience. The Resident Director must be available to participants during any emergencies that arise and must communicate regularly with American Councils program staff in Washington, DC. The Resident Director is not permitted to leave the program site or group excursions to conduct personal travel. The Resident Director is required to accompany the program participants to the departure airport and support participants through the departure process as able. The Resident Director oversees a small program budget and is responsible for proper documentation of program expenditures and timely completion of a budget report at the end of each month and at the end of the program. Other reporting requirements may apply.

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Position: Development Assistant, Major Gifts
Posted by: Harvard University
Location: Cambridge, MA, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Soren Birkeland (Ehime Prefecture, 2021-2023) for passing along the following job opening.

Alumni Affairs and Development is a dedicated team supporting Harvard’s advancement activity through front-line fundraising, alumni and volunteer engagement, technology, prospect management and research, business process, events, communications, and many other areas.

Our goal is to create an environment of respect that leverages the many talents, perspectives, and experiences of our employees; to deliver the strongest possible results by incorporating diverse perspectives into our daily work; and to make AA&D a great place to work for everyone. We strive to live our values of respect, inclusion, trust, collaboration, continuous improvement and innovation; and open communication and effective information sharing in our daily interactions and our work.

AA&D is comprised of the University Development Office (UDO), Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) Development, AA&D Resources, the Harvard Alumni Association (HAA), and the Office of the Vice President (OVP).

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Position: Arts and Social Impact Educator, ODA Japan Program
Posted by: Boston Children’s Museum
Location: Boston, MA, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Boston Children’s Museum for passing along the following job opening.

Boston Children’s Museum is seeking a bilingual candidate with fluency in English and Japanese (verbal and written) to serve an exciting role in our Arts & Social Impact team.

The Arts & Social Impact (ASI) Educator, Oda Japan Program is responsible for supporting and delivering artistic explorations and cultural experiences for all Museum audiences. Reporting directly to the Senior Director, Arts & Social Impact, the Educator will work in close collaboration with the Arts & Social Impact (ASI) Manager, Oda Japan Program to support the Japan Program and the historic Japanese House exhibit. The Educator will contribute to the interpretation of this unique exhibit, creating immersive, educational and inclusive learning opportunities for visitors, staff, and external stakeholders to engage with Japanese culture and traditions. In addition, the Educator will support the staffing needs, maintenance, and preservation efforts of the Japanese House, ensuring its continued integrity as an educational and cultural resource.

In addition to exhibit interpretation, the Educator will facilitate programs for children, families, school groups, educators, and community organizations—both within the Museum and through outreach efforts in the community. Program development may include developing hands-on activities, workshops, performances, school programs, curricular materials, and community collaborations. The Educator will also support the Arts & Social Impact Manager, Oda Japan Program in curating the Japanese House Gallery, a space dedicated to sharing stories of Japan through youth-created art.

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Position: PR & Culture Section Staff
Posted by: Consulate-General of Japan in Miami
Location: Miami, FL, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Virginia Montiel (Matsukawa-machi, Nagano-ken (2016-2020) for passing along the following job opening.

The Consulate General of Japan is seeking a highly motivated, team-oriented candidate for the position of a PR and Culture section staff at Consulate General of Japan in Miami

Description:

1. Cultural Affairs: Liaison and coordination with cultural partners, schedule management, and assistance with the operation of public affairs and cultural events.
2. Public Relations: Managing and editing the Consulate’s website, managing and posting on social media, creating newsletters, and proofreading/translating documents.
3. Other Duties: Various administrative tasks such as data entry and managing documents and supplies.

Application Process: Deadline to apply is Wednesday, December 17, 2026. For more information, please click this link – https://www.miami.us.emb-japan.go.jp/files/100948133.pdf

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Position: Japanese/English Interpreter
Posted by: Quick USA
Location: Greenfield, IN, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Carlos Medina (Oita, 2019-2022) for passing along the following job opening.

A Japanese Manufacturing company is currently looking for a full time Japanese-English Bilingual Interpreter to join their Greenfield, IN location.

The main role is to support Japanese expatriates (leaders and advisors) and provide real-time conference interpretation (simultaneous and consecutive) between English and Japanese.

More than just language conversion, the position requires an understanding of the differences in culture and business practices between Japan and the United States, and the ability to promote smooth mutual understanding as a communication advisor.

DOE and skills, the pay range for this position would be between the 50k-70k mark with great benefits.

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Position: Administrative Assistant
Posted by: Permanent Mission of Japan to the United Nations
Location: New York, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Jaime Cerna (Okinawa, 2017-2022) for passing along the following job opening.

The Permanent Mission of Japan is looking for local staff in the Social Section.

Job Description

• Administrative Assistant in charge of supporting and engaging in duties pertaining to the Social Section (please see below for detailed descriptions of expected job responsibilities).
• Full-time local staff, Monday through Friday. 7 hrs 45 min./day (9:30am-6:15pm with 1 hour lunch break)
• 3 months probation period required. 2 years (including probation period) with possible extension.
• Excellent and professional English writing, verbal communication skills and computer skills required.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship or green card – required
• Professional English writing and verbal communication skills, computer skills, touch typing skills – required
• Bachelor’s degree – required
• Japanese language skills and cultural familiarity – preferred
• Basic Knowledge of the United Nations and diplomacy – preferred

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Position: JET Program Interview Assistant
Posted by: The Consulate-General of Japan in Chicago
Location: Chicago, Illinois, USA (Remote)
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Magda Fuller (Ishikawa, 2015-2022) for passing along the following job opening.

The Japan Information Center is hiring multiple part-time, remote JET Program Interview Assistants for the upcoming 2026 JET Program interview season. Please see the job listing for details.

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click here – https://www.chicago.us.emb-japan.go.jp/files/100939658.pdf

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Position: Japanese Interpreter
Posted by: Quick USA
Location: Rockmart, GA, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Carlos Medina (Oita, 2019-2022) for passing along the following job opening.

A Japanese manufacturing company is currently looking for a fully onsite, Japanese Bilingual Interpreter to join their Rockmart, GA location.

The Interpreter is responsible for assisting various situations of communication between American staffs and Japanese staffs. Translator is responsible for translating emails, documents and presentations as requested by top management members and staff. Special Projects is responsible for following through on any business requests the President deems necessary.

DOE and skills, the pay range for this position would be between the 50k-60k mark and would come with great benefits. Entry level candidates are also encouraged to apply , especially if they have JLPT N2 level Japanese proficiency.

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Position: Japanese Bilingual Correspondent
Posted by: Quick USA
Location: New York, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Carlos Medina (Oita, 2019-2022) for passing along the following job opening.

A Japanese Publishing Company is currently looking for a full time, hybrid English-Japanese Bilingual Correspondent to join their New York location.

This position is responsible for reporting on and writing news stories and relevant information, frequently related to the US and global economies through collecting and analyzing information relevant to newsworthy events through interviews, investigations, data analysis, and other observation methods.

The role may involve attending press conferences independently, traveling to other parts of the country, and collaborating with reporters in other locations, including bureaus in the Americas and in Tokyo.

DOE and skills, the pay range for this position would be between the 58k-70k with great benefits.

Your essential duties would include the following:

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Position: Temporary Assistant to the JET Program Coordinator
Posted by: Consulate General of Japan in Los Angeles
Location: Los Angeles, CA, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Michelle Akamine (Oita-shi, Oita, 2021-2024) for passing along the following job opening.

The Consulate General of Japan in Los Angeles is seeking a talented, hard-working, organized individual to assist the JET Program Coordinator during the JET Program selection period in early 2026. This is a temporary contract position which will most likely be part-time for the duration of approximately 30 business days, to take place from early January until
late February. Work will primarily take place in the office. Wages are non-negotiable and will not cover any taxes you may be responsible for later (social security, etc.) or parking/transportation

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click here – https://www.la.us.emb-japan.go.jp/pdf/JET_TempAd_Winter2026.pdf