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Position: CBTC Systems Engineer I
Posted by: Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. (MEEPI)
Location: Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Contract: Full-Time
Thanks to Susan Garvan, Staffing Specialist with Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. (MEEPI) for passing along the attached job opening with her company.
Are you a recent or soon to graduate Electrical Engineer or Computer Science Engineer who is “business fluent” in Japanese? If so, we have an opportunity to use your degree and Japanese language skills while learning the newest technology in the rail transportation industry for the USA.
In this newly created role the Engineer will learn Communication Based Train Control (CBTC) technology provided to you by Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. (MEPPI). You will have the opportunity to visit our parent company, Mitsubishi Electric (MELCO) in Japan for up to a year, gaining valuable training on the CBTC Systems. Upon completion of your training you would return to the USA and will be based at our Pittsburgh, PA headquarters in the CBTC Systems Engineer I role with MEPPI’s Transportation Systems Division.
As the CBTC Systems Engineer I you will:
- Participate in an initial 6-12 month assignment in Japan learning CBTC technology by working with MELCO engineers.
- Assist with application engineering activities for system design in support of proposals and projects including: requirement specification, architecture and interface description, system integration and development planning, design reviews, development of requirements traceability, software validation and verification, and creation/maintenance of track database.
Job: UNT Program Director in Japan – University of North Texas (Hirakata, Osaka)
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Position: UNT Program Director in Japan
Posted by: University of North Texas
Location: Hirakata, Osaka, Japan
Contract: Full-Time
Here’s a JET-relevant job that was passed along to us by a JET alumna. It’s based in Japan, requires a TESOL degree, and housing is provided:
Founded in 1977, the Intensive English Language Institute (IELI) at the University of North Texas was one of the first IEPs to receive accreditation from the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation (CEA). In the IELI’s storied 43-year history, thousands of students have achieved English proficiency for degree study at UNT and other universities both in the U.S. and overseas.
Since 2014, IELI has successfully run an intensive English program for our long-term partner institution, Kansai Gaidai University, in Hirakata, Osaka, Japan. The main purpose of the KGU–UNT Super IES Program is to prepare KGU students in English skills and academic culture for successful study abroad experiences at U.S. universities.
For academic assignments and duties, the UNT Program Director in Japan (PDJ) position is under the supervision of the Assistant Dean and Director of the IELI with UNT’s International Affairs. The PDJ also works closely with KGU’s Center for International Education to maintain a positive working relationship and to ensure compliance with host university rules and regulations.
Application Process: UNT Program Director in Japan.
Job: Warehouse Assistant/non-CDL Driver – Yamato Transport USA (West Valley City, Utah)
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Position: Warehouse Assistant/non-CDL Driver
Posted by: Yamato Transport USA
Location: West Valley City, Utah
Contract: Full-Time
Thanks to JET alumni, Javier Sevilla (Wakayama-ken) for passing along the following job opening with his company, which favors those with JET experience:
Job Description
Yamato is an **Essential Business** and is the number one small package door-to-door carrier in Japan. We have a conservative, multi-cultural environment in our West Valley warehouse. A clean and professional appearance is required for representing the company. Yamato takes pride in the logistics industry with our precise dedicated work to strive for perfection in a professional atmosphere.
Being at your best while assisting other team members in the following tasks is very important. We are seeking someone who is good at listening and receiving instructions to continue our vision. Japanese language not required but would be a plus, and multi-cultural appreciation and understanding is appreciated.
Responsibilities
- Assisting team members to fulfill orders before deadline
- Prepping boxes and product for next day’s shipment
- Pick up and drop off pallets and/or packages using our 26 ft. box truck or cargo van, within Salt Lake and Utah counties.
- Load and unload pallets and/or packages at our location and customer’s location.
Job: Translation/Interpretation Position – CSI Group (Lexington, KY, USA)
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Position: Translation/Interpretation Position
Posted by: CSI Group
Location: Lexington, KY, USA
Contract: Full-Time
Thanks to JET alum Roy Harrison of the JET alum-owned company CSI for forwarding on another opening for a translator at their company:
A JET-founded company (CSI Group) is searching for candidates for a translation/interpretation position based in Lexington, Kentucky.
- Highly experienced Japanese/English interpreter/translator
- Native Japanese ability
- Familiar with (or able to learn) machine translation tools (SDL Trados, Systran, etc.)
- Capable of demonstrating success in team/group workload sharing
Job: General Affairs Staff Member – Consulate General of Japan in New York (New York, NY)
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Position: General Affairs Staff Member
Posted by: Consulate General of Japan in New York
Location: New York, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time
Here’s a job received directly from the Consulate General of Japan in New York:
The Consulate General of Japan is currently hiring for an open position. Applications will be accepted until Monday, November 23rd.
Application Process: If you are interested in applying, please review the job details in the attachment and contact the Consulate General of Japan via the contact information provided.
Job: Associate Program Officer, Grassroots Exchange & Education – Japan Foundation (New York, NY, USA)
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Position: Associate Program Officer, Grassroots Exchange & Education
Posted by: Japan Foundation
Location: New York, NY
Contract: Full-Time
The Japan Foundation, New York seeks an Associate Program Officer at The Center for Global Partnership (CGP) who will be responsible for managing grants and other programs in Grassroots Exchange & Education.
Application Process: For details, please click here.
Job: International Marketing Specialist & International Recruitment Advisor – San Jose State University (San Jose, CA, USA)
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Position: International Marketing Specialist & International Recruitment Advisor
Posted by: San Jose State University
Location: San Jose, CA, USA
Contract: Full-Time
Thanks to JET alumna, Jennifer Hwang (Shizuoka-ken) for passing along the following two job openings and adds, “Although the positions are open until filled, I highly recommend applying within the specified application period in the listing.”
Job: Research Analyst – UCLA Anderson School of Business (Los Angeles, CA)
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Position: Research Analyst – Bilingual Japanese/English
Posted by: UCLA Anderson School of Business
Location: Lost Angeles, CA
Contract: Full-Time
The role will involve Japanese and English written and oral translation/interpretation of research materials, investment documents, and prospectuses. The Analyst will develop PowerPoint presentations and interact with management teams in both Japanese and English. Candidates should have strong analytic skills and be capable of drafting organized, concise, and substantive memorandums and presentations on complex subjects in both Japanese and English. Candidates should be collaborative and hungry with a “can do” attitude and intellectual curiosity. Does NOT require MBA.
Job: Office Assistant – Consulate General of Japan Honolulu (Honolulu, HI)
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Position: Office Assistant
Posted by: Consulate General of Japan Honolulu
Location: Honolulu, HI
Contract: Full-Time
Thanks to a JET alum who works at the Consulate General of Japan in Honolulu for passing along the following opportunity:
Location: Consulate General of Japan in Honolulu
1742 Nuuanu Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96817
Number of positions: 1
The Consulate General of Japan has one vacancy in the Cultural Affairs & Public Information Section for a full-time office assistant.
Job: Japanese Market Development Manager – Udemy (San Francisco, CA, USA)
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Position: Japanese Market Development Manager
Posted by: Udemy
Location: San Francisco, CA, USA
Contract: Full-Time
Thanks to JET alum, Mark Frey (Kumamoto-ken) for passing along the following job opening.
The Japanese Market Development Manager will be part of Udemy’s Business Development team and support market development and expansion in several key areas for the Japanese market.
We’re looking for a dynamic and experienced manager to drive and support efforts accelerating the growth and adoption of Udemy in Japan and establish Udemy as the leading online education marketplace where people would come to sharpen their skills to change their lives through learning. You will be involved in key aspects of the Japanese market: partnerships, operations and other areas as needed. We’ve experienced tremendous growth over the last few years and this role will be key to scaling our business development and operations moving forward.
Job: Assistant Producer – TV News/FNN (New York, NY, USA)
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Position: Assistant Producer
Posted by: TV News/ FNN
Location: New York, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time
Thanks to JET alum, Diego Velasco (Tokyo-ken) for passing along the following job opening with his organization:
JOB SUMMARY AND WHO WE ARE: The Associate Producer will support producers and editors at Fuji Television’s New York office for news coverage in North and South America. This position will be a part of a team in creating pre-recorded or live content for news program FNN News, Japan’s largest media conglomerate, Fuji Television Networks. Coverage include but are not limited to the Presidential Elections, the United Nations, NYSE, and sports such as MLB and NBA. Stories will reach national audience in Japan.
- FNN homepage: https://www.fnn.jp/
- FNN world news: https://www.fnn.jp/posts?category=7
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Research, monitor and identify breaking news through US news sources
- Identify newsworthy stories suitable for Japanese audience and properly communicate stories.
- Perform fact-checking through original sources.
- Coordinate and troubleshoot technical and logistical aspects of onsite filming or interviewing
- Pitch story ideas for same-day and long-term feature stories
- Maintain calendars for various events
- Gain knowledge about academic, cultural, political institutions, think tanks, and more.
- Network and build positive relationships with sources
Job: Law Clerk – Baltimore County Circuit Court (Baltimore, MD, USA)
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Position: Law Clerk
Posted by: Baltimore County Circuit Court
Location: Baltimore, MD, USA
Contract: Full-Time
Here’s a job passed along to us:
A Baltimore County Circuit Court Judge is looking for a new law clerk immediately. Resumes can be sent to lisa.daley@mdcourts.gov
Job: Japan Program Coordinator – Stanford University (Palo Alto, CA, USA)
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Position: Japan Program Coordinator
Posted by: Stanford University
Location: Palo Alto, CA, USA
Contract: Full-Time
Here’s a job posting for a Japan Program Coordinator at Stanford University that was passed along to us:
Walter H. Shorenstein Asia Pacific Research Center’s (APARC) Japan Program facilitates multidisciplinary, social science-oriented research on contemporary Japan, emphasizing both academic scholarship and policy-relevant research. The program aims to become a central platform for Stanford students and the broader community for understanding and engaging with Japan.
Program activities include the Japan Colloquium Series, conferences to further cutting-edge research and address critical contemporary policy issues, and public seminars. The goal of the Japan Program is to become an eminent platform to foster intellectual exchange among leading scholars, experts, policymakers, professionals, business and civil society leaders, and students.
Working in a dynamic, international environment, the position holder will be expected to work in a timely and efficient manner in consultation with the Japan Program Director and other members at APARC to provide the full range of administrative support for the Japan Program and the Center. Specific responsibilities include:
- Assist Program Director with event coordination, organization, and other Japan Program activities
- Complete travel arrangements and reimbursements for colloquia speakers, fellows and visiting scholars. Facilitate research-related purchases and travel reimbursements.
- Proactively update and administer the Japan Program websites.
- Perform on-line and library research for specific program initiatives or APARC faculty.
- Assist visiting scholars, fellows and short-term visitors associated with the programs with inquiries related to the Japan Program and/or the Center.
- Identify potential grant opportunities for the Japan Program under the directives of the Program Director and researchers. Draft grant applications and prepare necessary reports for grants.
- Interact and liaise with multiple constituencies and various campus units, faculty, staff, researchers, students, alumni, government officials and business representatives from both domestic organizations and the Asia Pacific region.
Application Process: Please click here for more information and to apply.
Job: Bilingual Project Manager (Japanese) – Mondo (Remote)
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Position: Bilingual Project Manager
Posted by: Mondo
Location: Remote (must work EST hours)
Contract: Full-Time; 3-month Contract to Hire
Here’s a job passed along to us:
Qualifications
- 3 years of experience in technology and project management
- Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or affiliated field of study (i.e business intelligence).
- Large scale global enterprise digital transformation project experience
- Experience in Workfront as project management tool or similar
- Implementation project manager and lead of marketing tools (Magento, Salesforce, Adobe AEM, Adobe Analytics, Snowflake, Akeneo, Tableau, Power BI preferred)
- Experience in global B2B environment
- Experience working closely with a technical Strategy Team
- Comfortable and able to thrive in fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- Certifications: PMP certified a plus, other certifications a plus if relevant
Application Process: Please click here for more information and to apply.
Job: Presidential Management Fellows Program – U.S. Office of Personnel Management (USA)
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Position: Presidential Management Fellows (PMF) Program
Posted by: U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM)
Location: United States of America
Contract: Full-Time
Here’s an opportunity passed along to us:
The Presidential Management Fellows (PMF) Program has published the PMF Applicant Handbook, a brand new resource designed to provide a general overview of the annual application process and support applicants for the upcoming application cycle.
Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the Handbook in conjunction with: (1) the “2021 PMF Assessment Preparation Guide” (posted under the “Become a PMF\Assessment Process” section on the PMF website at www.pmf.gov) and (2) additional resources and information found under the “Become a PMF” section at www.pmf.gov.
The Handbook can be found under the “Become a PMF\Resources” and the “Academia\Resources” sections on the PMF website at www.pmf.gov.
The PMF Class of 2021 Application is scheduled to open at Noon (ET), Wednesday, September 30, 2020, and close at Noon (ET), Wednesday, October 14, 2020.
Finally, as a reminder, during the month of September 2020, the PMF Program will be hosting an informational webinar every Tuesday for potential applicants of the upcoming PMF Class of 2021 Application. Additional details and registration can be found under the “Become a PMF\2021 Application” section on the PMF website at www.pmf.gov.
