Oct 11

Job: Position with JTA (Raleigh, NC)

Job posting via JTA. 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: JTA is looking for a energetic candidate to work in their main office in Raleigh, NC.

Company:

JTA is an agency in Raleigh, NC, specializing in travel, staffing, and relocation services for Japanese businesses in the Carolinas and the Southeast.

Job Responsibilities:

  • High volume of inbound calls servicing and accommodating customers’ requests for air, hotel, and car reservations
  • Ticketing any necessary last minute requests
  • Communicating the status on requested tickets to requesting person/s
  • Must be able to quickly research online tour packages, etc, for clients
  • Work sometimes requires researching apartment arrangements for clients
  • Minimum Requirements:

  • Must speak at least JLPT 3kyu level Japanese
  • Experience with MS Office Suite, Adobe Photoshop
  • Customer service experience required
  • Must be a US Citizen or have valid visa to work in the US
  • Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with Sabre preferred but not required (training can be provided)
  • Experience planning international travel a plus!
  • Contact:

    Please email Kyle at kyle@japantravel.com with your resume and cover letter.
    Anticipated hiring date 11/01/2010


    Oct 9

    Job: Program Coordinator Position at Waseda University

    Job posting via Sarah Kobayashi (Kobe 2007-09). 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

    The following tasks related to the Contemporary Japanese Studies Program (English-based Degree Program) to be conducted both in Japanese and English.

  • Planning and coordination of international students recruitment
  • Provision of services and information for international students
  • Coordination with faculty members or other offices within the university
  • Regular office work related to the English-based Degree Program
  • Qualifications

    Candidates must meet all of the following requirements:

  • Hold a university degree
  • Have at least three years of working experience
  • Excellent English writing and proof-reading skills
  • Be able to communicate in Japanese (Japanese Proficiency Level 2 or above)
  • Have basic skills in using computer (MS-WORD and EXCEL is a must, ACCESS and web page skills welcome)
  • *Please note that these are qualifications for English-native speakers or equivalent.

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    Oct 4

    Job: Team Assistant at PAX-Program of Academic Exchange

    Job posting via Jet Alum Elizabeth Bass. 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: Team Assistant

  • Salary: $30K w/ med. bnfts & 401K
  • Education: Bachelor (BA, BS, etc.)
  • Location: Port Chester, New York, 10573, United States
  • Posted by: PAX – Program of Academic Exchange
  • Job Category: Administration
  • Sector: Nonprofit
  • Last day to apply: October 8, 2010
  • Type: Full time
  • Language(s): English
  • Area of Focus: Education and Academia
  • Job Description:
    Entry level opportunity for College graduate interested in international educational exchange. Provide administrative support to regional directors in fast paced, lively environment. The ideal candidate is well organized, detail orientated with a can do attitude. Excellent computer skills a must. Room for ample growth, Great work environment in downtown Port Chester, NY near Metro-North station.

    Contact:
    Email cover letter & resume to: michaels at pax dot org

    PAX -Program of Academic Exchange.
    A non-profit Educational Foundation.
    www.pax.org


    Oct 1

    Job: Teaching Position at Doshisha International (Kyoto)

    Via JETAA Western Japan LinkedIn group:

    Tenured position from April 1st, 2011 at Doshisha International Jr./Sr. High School for fluent Japanese-English bilingual teacher. Teach classes for Returnee students, homeroom and club duties. Check school homepage for details.


    Oct 1

    Job: Fujisankei Communications International (FCI) Position

    via the JETAASC monthly newsletter:

    Looking to get your feet wet in the entertainment industry?

    Fujisankei Communications International (FCI) seeks a temporary worker to assist their TV development department. The ideal candidate is Japanese/English bilingual, both written and spoken. This candidate will assist in compiling materials to present to Hollywood executives.

    Duties include translating TV program material (game shows and comedies) mainly from Japanese to English, as well as, interpreting in meetings between Japanese and American TV executives. Business-level/native-level fluency in both languages is desired. Knowledge in Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Final Cut Pro is a plus. This is a temporary position (9 months) with no benefits.

    Please send resume and cover sheet to aoki@fci-la.com. No calls, please.


    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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