Job: Large J>E Translation Project
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Here’s a big translation assignment, courtesy of WIT member and NY JET alum Marc Carroll. If you apply to work on the project and you heard about it through JetWit, please make sure to let them know, as indicated in the text below.
Yoroshiku and ganbatte.
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SUBJECT: Large Japanese into English Translation Project
Transperfect Translations is recruiting translators to work on a large-volume, Japanese-into-English translation project for a multinational electronics firm.
Subject matter includes technical translation, general company literature, legal documentation and internal correspondence.
This project is scheduled to run from mid-April through the end of June, but may possibly run longer.
All translators are required to sign confidentiality and independent contractor agreements. Once signed, sample files can be sent for preview and the scope of work will be explained.
Interested parties send should a response with CV and rate information to cv@transperfect.com.
Please also be sure to include in the subject line, “JetWIT Translator“.
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WITLife is a periodic series written by professional Interpreter/Translator/Writer Stacy Smith (Kumamoto-ken, 2000-03). Recently she’s been watching Fujisankei’s newscast in Japanese and sharing some of the interesting tidbits and trends together with her own observations.
Following up on the recent J-News Mini-Roundup posted on jetwit, the unemployment craze is also having an effect on the kinds of jobs new Japanese graduates want to apply for. According to a survey by Recruit of 5810 college students and 2099 grad
uate students from the class of 2010, travel industries come out ahead while manufacturing jobs were left in the dust. The financial and insurance industries also came out strong, occupying five of the top ten spots. Central Japan Railway Company (JR Central) took the top spot after being 4th last year, and in 2nd was East Japan Railway Company (JR East). All Nippon Airways (ANA), which had claimed the top spot last year, trailed at 3rd and Mizuho Financial Group came in 4th.
The largest descents were those of Read More
Job: English to Japanese Translator (Toronto, ON)
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JetWit job poster Stephen Palanik (Fukushima Ken, 2004-08) learned of the following employment opportunity being offered through Pasona Canada and thought it might be of interest to former JETs in the Toronto area. Stephen is a translator based in Hamamatsu city, Shizuoka Ken, and he will be periodically posting job listings and event information for JET alumni.
Pasona Canada is currently accepting resumes for the following professional opportunity on behalf of their client in downtown Toronto.
Job Title: ENGLISH TO JAPANESE TRANSLATOR
SUMMARY: Reporting to the Head of the Japan Desk in Toronto, the successful candidate must be knowledgeable about world financial markets, industries and macro economy. He or she must work quickly and accurately, and write Japanese in a clear style. The successful candidate will also be committed to producing news more quickly than the competitors. The desk forms an important part of the organization’s 24-hour news translation service for Japanese-language clients. Read More
Job: Document Review – Houston, Texas
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JetWit job poster Stephen Palanik (Fukushima Ken, 2004-08) found the following employment opportunity on the Honyaku E <> J Translation List and thought it might be useful to former JETs in the Houston area. Stephen is a translator based in Hamamatsu city, Shizuoka ken, and he will be periodically posting job listings and event information for JET alumni.
Note: The following opportunity is an update to an earlier post on JetWit. The original document review job has been filled in Austin, TX, but the same company is now looking to fill the same job in Houston.
The client is a law firm that has an intellectual property matter that has generated a million documents which are stuffed into 500 boxes in their Houston office. Rather than having someone review the documents page by page at this time, they would like someone fluent in Japanese to thumb through each box and just identify the type of documents. One box may just be invoices, another might be reports, etc.
They have estimated that if it took approximately 30 minutes per box, the project would take about 2 months to complete. Ideally, they would like someone to devote a full time schedule to the project, but they may be open.
They are in a hurry, and would like to hear back from anyone who’s interested as soon as possible.
Interested parties should send an e-mail to Holly Coe.
Jobs: International Education Programs – via Chronicle of Higher Ed
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Via the Chronicle of Higher Ed’s international program job listings:
4/1/2009
- Western Illinois University (Illinois) : Assistant Director of Study Abroad – Center for International Studies
- Learn more in our Employer Profiles
3/30/2009
- St. John’s University (N.Y.) (New York) : Associate Director of International Admission; Office of Admission (Undergraduate)
- University of Kansas (Kansas) : Director Office of Study Abroad
- University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (Texas) : Registrar and Director of International Services
Job: Japanese Language and Culture Teacher (short-term) – Youth For Understanding (CA)
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Update: The deadline for applying for this position has been extended to April 17.
Apparently, Youth For Understanding has had a good experience hiring JET alums in the past for this position, so they’re looking for JET alums again.
YOUTH FOR UNDERSTANDING USA POSITION DESCRIPTION
Short-Term Position JAPANESE CULTURE AND LANGUAGE TEACHER The Culture and Language Teacher is a paid contract position with YFU, and reports directly to the Site Directors and indirectly to the Assistant Site Director.
Click link for more information and contact info (PDF): http://my.yfu.org/dept/eandt/Orientations/JPDO/Teacher_Position_Description_2009.pdf
Thanks to JET alum and professional translator Joel Dechant (CIR Kagoshima-ken, 2001-04) for sharing this link to the jobs page for the International Association of Business Communicators, which can also be found on the Job Site Links page in the Job Searching section on JetWit.
Bonus link: On a somewhat related note, Joel also shared a useful link to the Social Science Japan forum of U of Tokyo: http://forum.iss.u-tokyo.ac.jp/
Job: News Assistant/Staff Reporter at The Asahi Shimbun – Washington, DC
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Via the JETAADC jobs yahoo group:
News Assistant/Staff Reporter
Organization: The Asahi Shimbun
Location: United States (Washington, DC)
Contact Information: Hiring Manager
Email: asahidc at nationalpress dot com
Description:
Duties include assisting our Washington-based political correspondent with articles by conducting thorough background research, attending press briefings, gathering news and views, arranging interviews, and closely following developments in the area of U.S. domestic politics. Some administrative support, such as transcribing interviews and other assignments, is also required.
This is a reporting position with no article-writing or byline opportunities. Salary is $32,000 to $35,000. Compensation includes overtime pay, excellent medical/dental benefits, and 401(k).
Please email cover letter and resume. No clips or phone calls, please.
Qualifications:
Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree (master’s degree preferable). Background in U.S. politics is highly desirable. Japanese language is helpful but not required. U.S. citizenship is required.
Job: Executive Director at Volunteers in Asia – San Francisco, CA
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Via the JETAA Northern California jobs yahoo group:
Volunteers in Asia (VIA) is dedicated to increasing understanding between the United States and Asia through public service and service learning programs promoting cross-cultural education.
VIA is seeking an Executive Director who is a strategic manager with a strong personal and/or vocational commitment to expanding global cooperation and understanding through service learning and/or international education. Candidates should also be able to blend effective business methods with the mission of the organization.
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Corrected job description via the Consulate General of Japan in Miami:
Program Coordinator in MIAMI, FL
Description:
The Japan Information and Culture Department of the Consulate General of Japan in Miami has an opening for a program coordinator. This is a full-time contract position. The ideal candidate will be fast-paced, results oriented, creative and flexible. Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills in team planning, public speaking and presenting are required.
JETAA Job Fair in Chicago!
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SATURDAY, April 4 – JETAA JOB FAIR!
This Saturday, JETAA Chicago will be hosting its annual JETAA Job Fair. Although the fair is open to everyone, it may be especially beneficial to those with previous experience in Japan or Japanese language skills. Representatives from top Japanese companies and recruiting firms will be on hand to accept resumes and explore job opportunities in Chicago.
The fair will run from 12-4 with a wine & cheese reception to follow from 4-5. This will be a great opportunity for those interested in networking to meet some Chicago-area Japan-related company representatives!
The fair will be held in the Japan Information Center located at 737 N. Michigan Avenue, 10th floor.
For more information or to submit your resume, please contact Rob Corder at chicagojetaajobfair at gmail dot com.
Job: Internet Marketing Coordinator at Outdoor Research – Seattle, WA
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Via the Pacific Northwest JETAA yahoo group:
Hello,
We have a new opening in marketing for an Internet Marketing Coordinator. This is a full-time exempt position with full benefits. This person will assist in the creation, production, implementation, and analysis of web marketing initiatives. A complete job description may be found on the OR website.
Please send resume and cover letter to jobs at outdoorresearch dot com
Thank you!
Suzanne Ekler, PHR
HR Administrator
Outdoor Research
Program Coordinator – Consulate General of Japan in Miami
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Via the JETAA Northern California jobs yahoogroup:
Program Coordinator
Description:
The Japan Information and Culture Department of the Consulate General of Japan in Miami has an opening for a program coordinator. This is a full-time contract position. The ideal candidate will be fast-paced, results oriented, creative and flexible. Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills in team planning, public speaking and presenting are required.
Job: Customer Service Representative – Chicago
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Via JETAA Chicago:
Customer Service Representative
Job Description –
The customer service representative acts to bridge communication between customers, outside representatives and sales managers. He or she will process orders and provide support to customers and distributors regarding order status, pricing and delivery. The customer service representative works closely with the purchasing department and the warehouse to ensure prompt and efficient shipments, guaranteeing customer satisfaction.
Job: Sake Sales Rep at Winebow – Manhattan, NY
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Via Monster.com. See the original listing here:
About the Job
Winebow Inc., a prestigious importer and distributor of wine and spirit products from around the world, has an exciting new position in our organization. Winebow is currently seeking a Sales Rep to sell our Sake portfolio in Manhattan.
