Sep 29

Career: JETAA Northern California Career and Networking Forum (CNF) – October 3

Posted by JETAA Northern California’s Mark Frey:

Join us for a great opportunity to meet professionals from both Japanese and U.S. organizations that play active roles in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond, as well as recent JET returnees and fellow alumni. The JET Alumni Association of Northern California (JETAANC) Career & Networking Forum will take place on Sunday, October 3, 2010, at the Kabuki Hotel, 1625 Post Street, San Francisco, from 1:30-5:00pm. Registration begins at 12:30pm. A networking happy hour will follow starting at 5pm in the hotel’s O! Izakaya lounge. The event is free for JET alumni and non-alumni may attend for $5.

The event will feature keynote speaker Andrew Hattori (Miyazaki, 2002-04), JETAANC Board Member and member of the Public Policy Institute of California; a panel discussion featuring JET alumni; and a networking session where attendees can meet representatives from various organizations, companies and members of the Bay Area professional community. During the networking session, participants will also have the opportunity to discuss resumes and job hunting techniques with alumni and recruiting professionals.

Recently returned JETs cannot afford to miss this event. For veteran alumni, this is a great opportunity for you to make career contacts, catch up with old friends, and help recently-returned JETs—your second chance to be a sempai all over again! If you are interested in attending, RSVP here: http://tinyurl.com/3xsg2lr.

For more information on this and other JETAANC events, contact president@jetaanc.org or visit www.jetaanc.org


Sep 28

Job: Japanese to English in-house reviewer/coordinator (Full Time)

Job posting via MultiLing Japan. Posted by Dipika Soni (Ishikawa-ken, 2003-06). Dipika currently works as an in-house translator for PFU (a Fujitsu company) in Kahoku-shi, Ishikawa-ken. She is also the vocalist for the Japanese hardcore punk band DEGRADE.

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Job Position: Japanese to English in-house reviewer/coordinator (full time)

Job Details:
MultiLing Japan Y.K., located in beautiful downtown Yokohama is looking for a native US English speaker with translation experience to join our team. The right candidate will have a strong background in mechanical, chemical, or electrical engineering, an eye for detail, and the ability to adapt to the working culture of a small Japanese company. We will support a visa for the right candidate. Salary is based on performance during a 3-month training/evaluation period. Areas of focus include patent, IT, and general legal translation. Intermediate to advanced computer skills are appreciated.

Contact:
Please send your resume and cover letter as well as a sample of your translation to the email address provided.

マルタイリングジャパン有限会社
info-japan@multiling.com
http://www.multiling.com
横浜市中区海岸通4-17東信ビル
045-315-3135

Person to Contact: ビゲロー or 江嶋


Sep 28

Job: Program Officer for Japan Leadership Program (US-JAPAN Foundation)

Job posting via JET alum Elizabeth Gordon (Iwate-ken 2003-05). Posted by Dipika Soni (Ishikawa-ken, 2003-06). Dipika currently works as an in-house translator for PFU (a Fujitsu company) in Kahoku-shi, Ishikawa-ken. She is also the vocalist for the Japanese hardcore punk band DEGRADE.

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Job Position: Program Officer for Japan Leadership Program at US-JAPAN Foundation

The US-Japan Foundation is announcing a search for an energetic, self -starting, well-organized person to serve as program officer for the US-Japan Leadership Program.

The Leadership Program, now entering its 12th year, brings together some 20 American and 20 Japanese leaders in the age group 28 -42 for intensive weeklong conferences each summer, alternating between Seattle and Kyoto.

For a full description of the program, visit our website at www.us-jf.org

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Sep 21

Job: HR Generalist

Job posting via JET alum Connie Sim, (Shimane-ken, 2000-02). Posted by Dipika Soni (Ishikawa-ken, 2003-06). Dipika currently works as an in-house translator for PFU (a Fujitsu company) in Kahoku-shi, Ishikawa-ken. She is also the vocalist for the Japanese hardcore punk band DEGRADE.

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Job Position:
HR Generalist with Native English for a Japanese auto-parts maker client.

Job Description:
Japanese auto-parts manufacturer is seeking a Native English HR Generalist to develop their global operations and expand their base of overseas & foreign employees.

The main responsibilities are

  • Leading the key role in Oversea HR management
  • Supporting other HR duties regarding foreign employees in Japan
  • Requirments:

  • 2 years of HR related work experience in North America or Europe
  • Native English speaker
  • Business level Japanese language capability (JLPT Level 2 or above)
  • Working experience in Japan in HR related field is preferred
  • Location: Tokyo

    Contact:
    If interested, please forward English & Japanese resume and Japanese Rirekisho to connie dot sim at gc-agent dot com


    Sep 17

    Job: Associate Director of International Programs (Occidential College, Los Angeles)

    Job posting via JET alum Clara Solomon, JETAA Student Services. Posted by Dipika Soni (Ishikawa-ken, 2003-06). Dipika currently works as an in-house translator for PFU (a Fujitsu company) in Kahoku-shi, Ishikawa-ken. She is also the vocalist for the Japanese hardcore punk band DEGRADE.

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    Job Details:

    Occidental College seeks an energetic and articulate Associate Director of International Programs. This is a newly created position augmenting a staff consisting of Director, Assistant Director and Coordinator.

    The Associate Director supports the Director in carrying out the mission and the overall management of International Programs including:

  • Operations and policy implementation
  • Planning and development
  • Oversight of outreach, advising, selection, orientation and re-entry processes
  • Publications and website
  • In collaboration with Director, evaluation and assessment
  • Processes related to health and safety
  • Crisis management
  • Program budgets
  • International student initiatives including SEVIS compliance
  • Represents Occidental at campus presentations and events and at professional meetings
  • How to apply:

    Please see the full job listing:
    http://departments.oxy.edu/hr/Associate%20Director%20of%20IPO.html


    Sep 17

    Job: Study Abroad Advisor (University of Texas, Austin)

    Job posting via JET alum Clara Solomon, JETAA Student Services. Posted by Dipika Soni (Ishikawa-ken, 2003-06). Dipika currently works as an in-house translator for PFU (a Fujitsu company) in Kahoku-shi, Ishikawa-ken. She is also the vocalist for the Japanese hardcore punk band DEGRADE.

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    Job Details:

    The International Office is pleased to announce that we are currently recruiting for the position of Study Abroad Advisor (International Advisor I, #10-09-10-01-3066).

    This position will report to the (soon to be hired) Study Abroad Advising Team Leader, and will advise students of varied backgrounds on matters associated with study abroad, with primary responsibility for assigned geographic regions and/or academic units.

    For a complete review of the job description, go to this link:
    http://utdirect.utexas.edu/pnjobs/pnjobsvw.WBX?comp=0&job_nbr=100910013066

    How to apply:

    Interested applicants who meet all of the requirements should apply online by uploading the required application materials (a resume, a letter of interest, and three business references) via the HRMS Document Management tool.


    Sep 16

    Job: Assistant to JET Coordinator (Los Angeles)

    Via the JET Alumni Association of Southern California LinkedIn group:

    This full-time (temporary) position begins October 1 and ends November 13 (or there about). Unfortunately, the salary is non-negotiable. It does not include social security or parking/transportation. However, it IS a fairly fun and exciting job, and you can help out the Program as well. This is a great way to learn about the ‘inner workings’ of the Consulate and of the JET Program interviewing process.

    If you are interested, please e-mail your resume and cover letter to jet@la-cgjapan.org and please type “arubaito” in the subject line. The deadline for resume submission is 9/16, with interviews commencing shortly thereafter.

    Desired qualifications:

    JET Program alumni (preferably within the past 3 years)
    Flexible
    Able to “possibly” work on a Saturday
    Has reliable transportation
    Experience with the Microsoft Office Suite
    Trustworthy, reliable, detail oriented, and a self starter
    VERY organized

    Duties to include:
    Data entry
    Copious quantities of copying and filing
    Information session scheduling
    Keeping the Coordinator organized
    Mailing out of information
    Answering questions regarding the application process
    Assisting with other Information and Culture Center projects, as needed


    Sep 15

    Job: Graphic Designer III / Amazon / Seattle, WA (3 Month Contract)

    Job posting via Jet alum Stuart Albert. Posted by Dipika Soni (Ishikawa-ken, 2003-06). Dipika currently works as an in-house translator for PFU (a Fujitsu company) in Kahoku-shi, Ishikawa-ken. She is also the vocalist for the Japanese hardcore punk band DEGRADE.

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    #4974-1 Graphic Designer III / Amazon / Seattle, WA (3 Month Contract)
    Organization: Amazon Corporate LLC
    Work Location: The Columbia Center
    Desired Start Date: 9/27/2010

    Job Description:
    ********MUST submit an online portfolio with updated resume for this position
    Amazon is looking for a visual web designer contractor with a background in retail websites to work on Amazon.co.jp (Amazon Japan).

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    Sep 15

    Job (Urgent): Japanese speaker to help at trade show booth (Chicago)

    Job posting via JET alum Bianca Jarvis, Consulate in Chicago. Posted by Dipika Soni (Ishikawa-ken, 2003-06). Dipika currently works as an in-house translator for PFU (a Fujitsu company) in Kahoku-shi, Ishikawa-ken. She is also the vocalist for the Japanese hardcore punk band DEGRADE.

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    Job Description
    We need a JAPANESE speaking individual who can help out a Machine Tool Company at the Trade Show this week, starting tomorrow or asap. The job is paid at $12.00 / hr and requests the person to have strong people skills, to be generally friendly and talk to potential clients when coming to the booth – in English and JAPANESE. It is a fun job to be honest. The whole jobs is for this week (whole days). You would be trained a little bit about the product on day one. The client said it would be really easy.

    Company:
    Company for language services based in Ann Arbor, Michigan

    Please contact us asap / if possible today at: we will place the job at first come first serve basis due to the urgency.

    Contact
    Elke Kramer
    President
    Forefront Corporation
    1516 Normandy Road
    Ann Arbor, Michigan 48103, USA
    Ph: (+1)-248-705-2605
    www.forefrontinternational.com


    Sep 9

    Job: Delta Air Lines Recruiting Japanese Speakers

    Job posting via JET alum Bianca Jarvis, Consulate in Chicago. Posted by Dipika Soni (Ishikawa-ken, 2003-06). Dipika currently works as an in-house translator for PFU (a Fujitsu company) in Kahoku-shi, Ishikawa-ken. She is also the vocalist for the Japanese hardcore punk band DEGRADE.

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    Company: Delta Air Lines

    Position(s): Flight Attendant

    Job Description:

    JOIN OUR CREW OF FLIGHT ATTENDANTS

    We are currently hiring individuals fluent in English and Japanese!

    Please sit down, fasten your seat belt, prepare your career for take-off and get ready to embark on an amazing journey that, if you are willing to be dedicated and work hard, could allow you to meet thousands of people and see the world at the same time!

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    Sep 9

    Job: Communications & Logistics Coordinator (World Affairs Council)

    Job posting via JET alum Kristy (Wakayama-ken, 1999-01). Posted by Dipika Soni (Ishikawa-ken, 2003-06). Dipika currently works as an in-house translator for PFU (a Fujitsu company) in Kahoku-shi, Ishikawa-ken. She is also the vocalist for the Japanese hardcore punk band DEGRADE.

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    Organization: World Affairs Council

    Position: Communications & Logistics Coordinator

    Job Details:

    The World Affairs Council is excited to announce that it is currently accepting applications for the position of Communications & Logistics Coordinator! This is a full-time salary position that supports the Council’s Community Programs team with marketing of public events, social media, framing of messaging, media relations, and sponsor communications.

    In addition the Communications & Logistics Coordinator supports the Community Programs team with the planning and managing of World Affairs Council events.

    For more information, please visit http://world-affairs.org/aboutus_employment.html

    Contact:

    To apply, please send in your cover letter and resume by email to bjoshee at world-affairs dot org by COB Monday, September 13th, 2010.


    Sep 8

    Job: Korin Japanese Trading (4 Positions Available)

    Job posting via JET alum Tara Hohenberger. Posted by Dipika Soni (Ishikawa-ken, 2003-06). Dipika currently works as an in-house translator for PFU (a Fujitsu company) in Kahoku-shi, Ishikawa-ken. She is also the vocalist for the Japanese hardcore punk band DEGRADE.

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    Company: Korin Japanese Trading

    Positions Available:

  • Showroom Sales Associate
  • Customer Service Representative
  • Field Sales Representative
  • Showroom Manager
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    Sep 7

    Job: Bilingual (Japanese and English) Translator/Interpreter

    Job posting via Thad Johnson (Hyogo-ken, 2000-01), President of Consultant Solutions, Inc (CSI). Posted by Dipika Soni (Ishikawa-ken, 2003-06). Dipika currently works as an in-house translator for PFU (a Fujitsu company) in Kahoku-shi, Ishikawa-ken. She is also the vocalist for the Japanese hardcore punk band DEGRADE.

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    Job Introduction
    If you miss interacting in Japanese daily and enjoy being in a dynamic bi-cultural work environment this could be just the fit for you. We’ll pick up two people in the next couple of months, one based in KY and one based in MS. Here’s an overview of the position but feel free to contact me directly for details (see end of post for contact details).

    Overview
    We’re looking for a detail-oriented, bilingual (Japanese and English) translator/interpreter with excellent communication skills to provide support to Japanese management in an automotive environment. In this position, you will translate documents, such as engineering memos, e-mails and meeting notes, and will also serve as an interpreter at meetings and on conference calls. You will be a vital link in the management chain, providing support to busy executives in a fast-paced environment. You may also be called upon for personal support issues such as assisting Japanese executives in procuring emergency health care, transportation, and accommodations.

    Consultant Solutions, Inc. will provide training and a support network that includes translators with experience in the field. We will also consider relocation and/or visa support for the right candidate.

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    Sep 3

    Job: Program Associate, GSM

    Job posting via wlid-jobs Posted by Dipika Soni (Ishikawa-ken, 2003-06). Dipika currently works as an in-house translator for PFU (a Fujitsu company) in Kahoku-shi, Ishikawa-ken. She is also the vocalist for the Japanese hardcore punk band DEGRADE.

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    Position Title: Program Associate, GSM
    Grade: G-5
    Reports to: Program Director, GSM
    Location: Washington, D.C.

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    Sep 2

    Job: Senior Performance Management Advisor

    Job posting via wlid-jobs Posted by Dipika Soni (Ishikawa-ken, 2003-06). Dipika currently works as an in-house translator for PFU (a Fujitsu company) in Kahoku-shi, Ishikawa-ken. She is also the vocalist for the Japanese hardcore punk band DEGRADE.

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    Position Title: Senior Performance Management Advisor
    Position Grade: G-13
    Reports To: Senior Director, International Operations
    Location: Washington, D.C.

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