Apr 2

JETAA Job Fair in Chicago!

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.


Mar 31

Job: Internet Marketing Coordinator at Outdoor Research – Seattle, WA

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


Mar 31

Program Coordinator – Consulate General of Japan in Miami

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.

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Mar 31

Job: Customer Service Representative – Chicago

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.

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Mar 31

Job: Sake Sales Rep at Winebow – Manhattan, NY

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.

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Mar 30

Seminar: How to Get a Job with a Foreign Company In Japan (Tokyo)

The below info came via an e-mail about an event organized by CareerCross, an online job-search site for people trying to find bilingual work in Japan or with Japan-affiliated companies.  Seems like something that might be of interest to JET alums.

CareerCross is holding a special seminar designed to give job seekers an added advantage when interviewing at a foreign company in Japan.

As Japan and the world sinks deeper into recession and corporations aggressively cut jobs, one cannot afford to be less than 100% prepared for the opportunity to interview for a job. Competition for jobs is difficult and will only get more difficult as companies can choose from a larger pool of qualified candidates.

CareerCross has brought in Japan’s leading interview skills trainer to teach you how to “Get Your Job Now!” From your cover letter and resume to the interview, learn exactly what works and doesn’t when interviewing at a foreign company in Japan. You will be able to answer the difficult questions with confidence, as you will be prepared and coached by the very best.

Join us for one afternoon designed to prepare you for success.

— Get Your Job Now! Space is limited, and the registration deadline is April 8th, 2009, so sign up now!


Mar 29

Job: Corporate Development Associate at Japan Society (New York)

Via Japan Society (NY):

Reporting to the Corporate Membership Manager, the Corporate Development Associate works with the Development team on corporate fundraising operations, including corporate membership, corporate sponsorship, and special events.

Responsibilities include: fielding corporate membership inquiries; assisting the Manager with mailing lists and acknowledgment letters, renewals and solicitation letters, and follow-up with lapsed members; fulfilling corporate member benefit obligations and requests, including complimentary catalogs, gallery passes, and Executive Courtesy Cards; conducting prospect research on corporations (for membership and sponsorship); helping with marketing materials in Quark and Power Point; liaising with program directors on sponsorship solicitation letters, benefits, and gift agreements; compiling and sending informational packets; assisting in tracking and updating sponsorship proposals in Raiser’s Edge; fulfilling corporate sponsor stewardship obligations, including sending exhibition catalogs and complimentary tickets; ensuring that corporate sponsors are recognized in the appropriate manner in credit lines; creating sponsorship reports; entering gifts Raiser’s Edge; drafting acknowledgment letters for cash and in-kind donations; tracking in-kind gifts; assisting in special events and working with the Special Events team; and other tasks as assigned. Read More


Mar 29

Job: Call for resumes of experienced translators of literary works and financial translators (Tokyo)

Via the Honyaku Google Group:

Modis Design, a company that specializes in bilingual Japanese/English marketing, is seeking experienced translators of literary works as well as financial translators.  Read below for more information. Read More


Mar 28

Job: Business Planning Administrator – Chicago

Another listing via JETAA Chicago:

Description:
Our Client, a large manufacturing company, is looking for a Business Planning Administrator. This person will be responsible for furnishing monthly “budget vs. actual” variance analyst, and cost accounting information.

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Mar 28

Job: Law Document Review – Chicago

This job listing comes from JETAA Chicago:

The following job posting is a job being offered at a law firm.  The
main element of the job is that the applicant must have Japanese
language skills, legal experience is a preference.  This could be an
amazing opportunity for someone that is interested in Intellectual
Properties Law.

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Mar 27

Via Monster.com, keyword search “Asia”:

TransPerfect
http://www.​transperfect.​com/

Entry Level Sales Account Manager – New York

TransPerfect Translations was founded in 1992 with the following mission: to provide the highest quality language services to leading businesses worldwide.​ With no external financing, the TransPerfect family of companies grew from its humble beginnings as a two-person company operating in an NYU business school dorm room into the world’s third largest translation and software localization firm and one of the fastest growing, privately-held companies in the United States.​ With a network of over 4,000 language specialists and over 1000 full-time employees in over 55 locations throughout North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia, we’re continuously ready to meet our clients’ needs, around the clock and around the world.​ We attribute our growth to the skill, aptitude, and commitment of our high caliber employees.​ Put simply, we hire the most talented candidates and give them the guidance, resources, and opportunities they need to grow their career in an expanding environment. Read More


Mar 27

JLGC Summer Internship Program (scholarship)

I just saw this item in the JLGC Newsletter  (Winter 2009), which I believe is only issued in print, and thought it might be of interest to some JET alums out there:

Japan Local Government Center (JLGC) Summer Internship Program

Inaugurated in 1992, the program extends to select students interested in Japanese local government the opportunity to spend a summer in Japan.  Working side by side with local government officials in either a prefecture or municipal office, students not only gain firsthand exposure to Japanese management in the public sector but are also able to improve their Japanese language skills.

Fort-seven people have participated in this program from 1992 through 2008.  JLGC extends a participation qualification to not only the graduate students but also 3rd or 4th year undergraduate students.

If you are interested in the Summer Internship in Japan, please visit the JLGC website at http://www.jlgc.org/activities.php?cid=676&s=summer%20internship.


Mar 23

Job: Japanese Language and Literature Visiting Instructor, University of Montana


Via Inside Higher Ed. See the full listing here:

Discover your future at The University of Montana!

The University of Montana invites applications for a one-year non-renewable adjunct instructorship in Japanese language (with a five-course load), beginning Fall 2009.
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Mar 21

Job: Freelance news gathering – Korean/English (and Japanese) – Tokyo Broadcasting System (NY)

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JET alum John Ellis-Guardiola, a news producer for Tokyo Broadcasting System’s New York Bureau, is looking for a freelance news gatherer.  He says there’s potential for a long term working relationship as well.

I wanted to reach out to the JETAANY Community for help on a search regarding Korean language help.  Tokyo Broadcasting System’s New York Bureau is looking to establish a relationship with a Korean/English or Korean/English/Japanese speaker who could help us with our newsgathering for Korean issues on a freelance basis.  If the person is interested in media, that’s also a plus, but not necessarily a requirement.  If you would like to contact me regarding this position, feel free contact John Ellis at jelgua at tbsi-us dot com.


Mar 20

Job: Product Planning Manager – Portland, OR

Via Adecco USA.  See the full job listing here.  (Have a job listing you want posted on JetWit?  E-mail joblistings at jetwit dot com.)

Our client, an internationally recognized Japanese company with offices located in the greater Portland, Oregon area, is seeking an experienced Product Planning Manager

Overview:
Under the direction of the Sr. Product Planning Manager, plan, develop and promote new mobile communication products for the US market. Monitor, analyze and report on current US mobile communication products, technology trends, and customer needs. Work with our client’s US and Japanese teams to promote an understanding and appreciation of necessary US-specific product features so as to influence US product direction. Establish and maintain strong communication ties with product engineering, sales division, carrier customers and business and technology partners. Act as a resource to other Sharp groups by assisting with execution of activities associated with the launching and promotion of new products.
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