Contents By now you’ve probably exhausted all your resources and time applying to the JET Program. You’ve either failed outright or learned that you were …
Tales from Rejected JET Applicants
“I have a TEFL certificate.”“My interview went perfectly!”“I have 7 years of experience in teaching children.”“I volunteer at my Japanese language club.”“I have a bachelor’s …
Do NOT Buy from Your Predecessor
Finally, you have made it on JET… whether it be shortlisted or upgraded you did it! Soon you will know your placement after a month …
Grassroots Internationalization as a JET and Applicant
I believe many applicants and new JETs fail to see the importance of grassroots internationalisation. When applying to the JET Programme or having just been …
After the Interview – What Went Wrong or Right?
So you just finished your JET Program interview or an interview with another company… Just what went wrong or right? Did anything go badly at …
The General Union
GU in Japan for Foreign Workers As an Assistant Language Teacher, Dispatch Teacher, and/or Eikaiwa Teacher, you have rights and protections – afforded to you …
ALTIA – A JET Program Alternative
What is ALTIA Central? (株式会社 アルティアセントラル) is a private dispatch company, under Z-KAI Group, for recruiting, training, and placing Assistant Language Teachers in Japan. They …
Are You Too Old for the JET Program?
Every year someone asks if they are “too old” for the JET Program Whether you are 21 or 41, your age doesn’t really mean a …
Over 100 Frequently Asked JET Interview Questions and Panel Questions
Continue to improve with the Abridged Interview Guide, 8 Tips for Passing the Interview, and Mock Interview Session. If this guide still isn’t enough, please …
The Waiting Game
Congratulations on Submitting Your JET Program Application! It’s not an easy or short process. You worked hard and struggled day and night. You sent endless …