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Position: Local Staff, Economic Division
Posted by: Consulate General of Japan in New York
Location: New York, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time
Thanks to Joseph Meringolo (Fukushima-ken, 2014-2017) for passing along the following job opening.
Description:
The Consulate General of Japan in New York is currently seeking to hire a local employee in the Economic Division. To apply, please submit the required documents (see below) to the e-mail address below by March 23, 2026. For more details, please see the recruitment guide below.
Duties:
– Communicating and supporting relationships with government and corporate contacts, including arranging and/or participating in meetings and reporting results clearly
– Daily research on Japanese business issues and U.S. economic conditions
– Writing and editing public statements by the Consulate
– Responding to telephone and e-mail inquiries from the general public related to matters under the jurisdiction of the Economic Division
– Various administrative duties, including support for Consulate receptions and other events (occasional after-hours work is required)
– Other duties as deemed necessary
Qualifications:
– Must have a U.S. working permit
– Bachelor’s degree
– Interest in and knowledge of economic relations between Japan and the U.S.
– Excellent writing, research, communication and organizational skills (deadline-oriented and able to manage multiple projects)
– Is highly cooperative with other staff members
– A commitment to promoting Japan-U.S. relations
Work Hours:
– Monday through Friday (except holidays), 9:15 am to 6:00 pm (1 hour lunch break)
– Leave policy: Weekends off (Sat. and Sun.), days the Consulate is closed, and annual paid vacation days.
– Benefits and compensation: Approximately $50,000 per year, determined based on education, work experience and other qualifications. Medical and dental insurance coverage available (with some employee contribution required).
– Place of work: Consulate General of Japan in New York
Starting Date:
Subject to discussion (a 2-month probationary period will occur before an offer of full employment is extended)
Application Deadline:
March 23, 2026
Selection Process:
– Only those who pass the document screening will be contacted for an interview
– Please note that we cannot respond to inquiries by telephone
Application Process: To apply, send a cover letter and resume to kyujin-econ[at]ny[dot]mofa[dot]go[dot]jp
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