Job: Associate for International Relations at Hokkaido and Alberta Govts.
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[Steve’s Note: Just received this from Hokkaido CIR Holly Long (who just received the listing herself and was asked to forward it). A great opportunity for a Canadian with JET-like experience to work in Hokkaido. Hopefully who likes the sport of curling, too. Please note the Feb 9 application deadline.]
Posted by blogger and podcaster Jon Dao (Toyama-ken, 2009-12). Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
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Position: Associate for International Relations
Posted By: Alberta Government and Hokkaido Government
Location: Hokkaido, Japan (Sapporo)
Type: One-year, full-time internship
Overview:
Alberta Abroad is an international work experience initiative of the Government of Alberta that places talented Alberta post-secondary graduates into short-term work placements (externships) with an international host organization. Alberta graduates will develop their specialized skills and gain international work experience through their externships. Read More
Job: Trademark Attorney at Alprin Law Offices (DC)
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[Steve’s Note: My good friend and JET alum Scott Alprin (Aichi-ken, Kariya-shi, 1992-95) has his own trademark law practice in DC (including a number of Japanese clients) and is looking to hire another attorney. See below for details. If you apply, please indicate that you learned of the listing via JETwit.]
Posted by blogger and podcaster Jon Dao (Toyama-ken, 2009-12). Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
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Position: Trademark Attorney
Location: Washington, DC
Type: Full-time
Overview:
Expanding DC-based trademark practice, established in 2005, seeks experienced trademark attorney well versed in all aspects of trademark prosecution, clearance searches, and TTAB litigation and related negotiation. The firm works with an array of international law firms, with a concentration of Japanese clients. Knowledge of Japanese culture and/or language would be valued. The firm is open to telecommuting and flexible work schedules and will consider candidates based outside of the DC area. Read More
Job: Sales Opportunity at Growing Japanese Firm (NYC)
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Via Actus Consulting. Please indicate you learned of the listing from JETwit if you apply. Posted by blogger and podcaster Jon Dao (Toyama-ken, 2009-12). Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
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Position: Group Sales Manager
Location: NYC
Type: Full-time
Salary: $40-60,000
Overview:
The Group Sales Manager is responsible for building brand in the New York City area. This includes, but is not limited to actively prospecting and calling on new business, preparing proposals, making sales, managing a sales group, improving internal processes, and ensuring all events/conferences are delivered according to client expectations. The most important task of this position is to reach individual and team monthly US revenue targets. This is the one of the key managerial positions for the Company in the US. Read More
Job: Summer Abroad Leaders – Experiment in International Living (JAPAN)
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Posted by Jayme Tsutsuse (Kyoto-fu, 2013-Present), organizer of Cross-Cultural Kansai. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: Summer Abroad Leader
Posted by: Experiment in International Living
Location: Japan
Type: Summer, full-time
Overview:
The Experiment in International Living is looking for exceptional educators to lead our immersive summer programs for high school students in 2014. These individuals will lead groups of typically 15 students on programs in over 20 countries in Europe, the Americas, Africa, and Asia.
The Experiment’s programs in Japan are some of their most popular programs. They have two Japan programs: “Japanimation – Anime & Manga” and “Language and Cultural Traditions.”< http://experimentinternational.org/programs/find-a-program/japan/ > They run two groups for each of these programs, with two co-leaders for each group – meaning they’re looking to hire 8 Japan leaders!
Ideal candidates will have a demonstrated interest in intercultural and experiential learning, in-depth experience living abroad, competency in the language of the host culture, and experience working with young people. Applications will be accepted through February 15, 2014. For more information on becoming a group leader and instructions on how to apply, please visit http://www.experimentinternational.org
Job: Security Command Center Specialist at iJET (Chicago)
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[Steve’s note: Saw this on the JETAA DC Google Group, posted by a JET alum, Andrew Kudlick, who works for iJET (which despite it’s name has no relation to the JET Program.) PS Fringe benefit: If you get hired there, you and Andrew could start an iJET Alumni Association. (oyaji gyagu da ;-) ]
Posted by blogger and podcaster Jon Dao (Toyama-ken, 2009-12). Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
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Position: Security Command Center Specialist, Japanese Language
Location: Chicago
Type: Full-time
Overview:
We are currently seeking a Security Command Center Specialist to join our team in Chicago, IL. Under the general supervision of the Senior Command Center Specialist, the Security Command Center Specialist will perform a combination of monitoring, response coordination, and communication duties. The Specialist contributes as a part of a team to provide 24/7 monitoring and intelligence support. The Specialist will be responsible for monitoring global events and providing timely, comprehensive intelligence products to enable decision-makers to detect risks from actual or emerging threats to personnel, facilities, product and technology. This position requires shift work, including nights, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Extended hours may be required. Read More
Job: 2 Editorial Openings at Japan Times (Tokyo)
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Thanks to JET alum professional journalist Tom Baker (the guy who mans the JETwit Twitter feed) for sharing these two editorial position listings at the Japan Times. Posted by blogger and podcaster Jon Dao (Toyama-ken, 2009-12). Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
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Position: News Desk Editor
Type: Full-time
Overview:
The Japan Times is seeking an experienced editor, with strong news editing and layout skills to work full time on the news desk. Read More
Job: Executive Assistant at Asia Society (NYC)
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Thanks to Shimane JET alum Alexis Sanborn, who works at Asia Society, for sharing this great JET-relevant job listing. Posted by blogger and podcaster Jon Dao (Toyama-ken, 2009-12). Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
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Position: Executive Assistant for VP
Location: NYC
Type: Full-time
Overview:
A key facilitator in the communication and interaction between the External Affairs Department, the President, and the Board of Trustees. Support the Vice President, External Affairs in the Department’s day-to-day administrative, and operational activities. Organize administrative and development efforts on behalf of the Vice President’s Office with Trustees, the President’s Office, high-level donors, Asia Society’s management and EA’s senior staff. The Executive Assistant will serve as the focal point in coordinating and executing the Department’s administrative activities. Read More
Job: Japan Program Manager at MIT Center for International Studies (Boston)
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Thanks to JET alum Tim Ogino for passing this listing our way. Posted by blogger and podcaster Jon Dao (Toyama-ken, 2009-12). Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
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Position: Program Manager
Location: Boston, MA
Type: Full-time
Overview:
The MIT International Science and Technology Initiatives (MISTI), MIT’s primary international program, sends hundreds of students abroad annually for internships and research in companies and labs. One of MISTI’s country programs, the MIT Japan Program, seeks a full-time program manager to advertise the internship program, recruit and interview MIT students for the program, and match accepted students with internships in Japan. Read More
Job: Internship at Japan Society (NY)
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Thanks to JET alum Lana Kitcher for passing on this internship opportunity (unpaid) at Japan Society in NY which happens to be in the department where she works. A great way to get a foot in the door at Japan Society. Posted by blogger and podcaster Jon Dao (Toyama-ken, 2009-12). Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
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Position: Individual Giving Intern
Overview:
Japan Society’s Development office seeks a spring 2014 intern to assist with daily operations related to Individual Giving. Working with the Director of Individual Giving and Individual Giving Associate, this is an excellent opportunity to gain firsthand experience in individual fundraising at an internationally-recognized nonprofit cultural organization with a distinguished history of more than 100 years. Read More
Job: Speech Writer/Public Relations Advisor at Consulate of Japan (Los Angeles)
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*Applications due February 15th, 2014
Thanks to JET alum Tiffany Dyer (who works for the Consulate) for passing this great JET-relevant job listing along. Posted by blogger and podcaster Jon Dao (Toyama-ken, 2009-12). Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
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Position: Speech Writer/Public Relations Advisor
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Type: Full-time
Overview:
The Consulate General of Japan in Los Angeles is seeking a motivated and diligent individual to be a Speech Writer and Public Relations advisor. The successful candidate would have excellent writing and research skills, intercultural communication skills, and have an ability to self-motivate and take initiative to better communicate Japan’s policy to the American public. Read More
Job: International Cultural Ambassador at Fukui City (Japan)
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*UPDATE 01-27-14: Fukui City is still seeking applicants. See below for details.
Thanks to Ayuko Ono of CLAIR NY for passing on this very JET-relevant opportunity. Posted by blogger and podcaster Jon Dao (Toyama-ken, 2009-12). Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
The position is apparently similar to that of a CIR for JET. And one of Fukui City’s sister cities is New Brunswick, NJ, so the ideal candidate would be from New Brunswick or have some connection to New Brunswick (e.g., a Rutgers graduate) or live in New Jersey. (Fukui City currently has two other FCAs from two other sister cities, btw.)
Recruiting starts Dec. 15 and the application should be submitted to the New Brunswick Sister Cities Association (Attn: Mr. Michael Tublin) by February 15.
Application and other forms can be downloaded via this link.
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Position: International Cultural Ambassador
Location: Fukui, Japan
Type: 2 Year Contract
Salary: 300,000 yen/month gross
Overview:
Fukui City invites human resources mainly through the relationship with our sister cities to promote internationalization in Fukui City, Japan.
This individual will engage in promoting international understanding and conducting cultural exchange programs. More details can be found on the official site here.
Job: Intercultural Programs Advisor – Center for Global and Intercultural Study (CGIS), Univeristy of Michigan(Ann Arbor, MI)
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Posted by Jayme Tsutsuse (Kyoto-fu, 2013-Present), organizer of Cross-Cultural Kansai. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: Intercultural Programs Advisor
Posted by: Center for Global and Intercultural Study (CGIS) – Univeristy of Michigan
Location: Ann Arbor, MI
Type: full-time
Overview:
Established in 2009, the Center for Global and Intercultural Study (CGIS) was created to provide a wide variety of global engagement and learning opportunities to the University of Michigan community. CGIS programming serves students with diverse academic interests at both international and domestic sites.
The Intercultural Programs Advisor coordinates of a range of services for CGIS programs. Programs assigned to this position include, but are not limited to, those in the UK, New Zealand, Australia, Russia, Germany, the Netherlands, Poland, and Czech Republic. Responsibilities of the position are described below.
Job: English Teaching Internship (TESOL) at Ibaraki Christian University (Japan)
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An interesting opportunity via Rory Baskin, Professor and Chair of the Department of Contemporary English at Ibaraki Christian University. Posted by blogger and podcaster Jon Dao (Toyama-ken, 2009-12). Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
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Position: English Teaching Intern
Overview:
In the teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL) internship program, interns help undergraduate English majors in Japan to improve their English. Interns will work with students in and outside of the classroom to help them academically, provide communication practice and create opportunities where students can use their English in nonacademic settings such as playing games, sports and other extracurricular activities. Interns will learn how to plan, execute and improve these activities through working with students and university professors. They will also learn how to be effective educators in English as a foreign language settings. We are looking for interested students who would like to do an international internship related to teaching English as a foreign language and Asian culture. We welcome students of all religious faiths and cultures and secular humanists. Read More
Job: TOMODACHI Alumni Coordinator (Tokyo)
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Qualified candidates should submit their applications (cover letter and resume) by Saturday, February 15, 2014. A great JET alum-relevant job listing, received directly from JET alum Mya Fisher and Tim White of the US-Japan Council. Posted by blogger and podcaster Jon Dao (Toyama-ken, 2009-12). Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
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Position: Alumni Coordinator
Posted By: US-Japan Council
Type: Full-time
Overview:
The TOMODACHI Initiative is seeking a talented, dynamic, bilingual individual for the position of TOMODACHI Alumni Coordinator. The Coordinator will be responsible for the development and oversight of TOMODACHI alumni programming throughout Japan and, in coordination with U.S.-based staff, on programs in the United States, with the goal of building upon short-term exchange experiences to promote continued alumni engagement with the United States (or Japan, in the case of American alumni). The Coordinator will report to the Executive Director of the TOMODACHI Initiative in Tokyo, and be co-located with the TOMODACHI team in offices both in the U.S. Embassy and pro bono space provided by GE in Akasaka, Tokyo. Read More
Job: Native English Advisor for Pharmaceuticals and Medical Device Agency (Tokyo)
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Thanks to JET alum translator Joel Dechant for passing on this JET-relevant listing. See link below and full job description further below. Posted by blogger and podcaster Jon Dao (Toyama-ken, 2009-12). Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
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Position: Native English Advisor
Posted By: Pharmaceuticals and Medical Device Agency
Type: Freelance
Salary: 3,000 yen/hour as the advisory fee
* Transportation fee will be provided according to PMDA’s regulations.
Overview:
The Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency (PMDA) has focuses on enhancing active and smooth dissemination of information to the world by enriching and improving its English web content. To this end, PMDA is looking to recruit for a qualified native English advisor(s) who can proofread and edit English documents, produced by PMDA, so as to make them read naturally. The documents include translated review reports for drugs and medical devices that will be uploaded to the PMDA website. The successful applicant(s) will work on site at PMDA, upon the request of PMDA, to perform the assigned tasks. Read More
