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Hello <<First Name>>-san,

I’d like to introduce you to 2 other job boards in the US-Japan career space:

USJETAA: US Japan Exchange & Teaching Programme Alumni Association

AATJ: American Association of Teachers of Japanese

Their information is going to be included in these newsletters going forward, and I highly encourage you to check out their job boards!

Sincerely - どうぞよろしくお願いします。

Kasia

PS. Keep scrolling ⬇️ to see some LinkedIn updates, Feb 16th career networking event, and 2 new featured jobs (inc. ramen promotion in CA-hybrid 🍜 and HR Manager outside Chicago)

Ikigai Connections LinkedIn Page Updates

LinkedIn is a great place to get instant updates about jobs, events, or other announcements that may not be posted on job boards.

The below are just a few samples, and they include information about internships, other career fairs, JET program support, and even opportunities in Japan.

Feb 16 Career Networking Event in Michigan

(all welcome!)

Although this event is in Michigan, it doesn't mean the jobs are Michigan-based or that the candidates are looking just for Michigan jobs. So if you are fortunate to travel, please do!

Join Oakland University and Great Lakes JETAA for a special talk on “Japan-American Relations and Recruiting and Retaining Talent” by Honorable Consul General Yusuke Shindo. The Consul General is a recognized speaker on U.S. and Japanese relations and culture, and his primary role as a career diplomat is to promote Japanese trade and investment as well as highlight cultural exchanges in the region, including educational programs.

The Career Networking Event, previously known as the GLJETAA Job Fair, will be held immediately following the lecture.  Bring your resume and network with professionals to find your dream career move!

Date:  Friday, February 16, 2024

Time:  1-4pm (doors open at 12:30 p.m.)

Location:  Oakland University Campus, Golf Pavilion, Rochester, MI

Free parking: Lot P51

Attire:  Business Casual

Early registration is appreciated. Please register by the deadline of February 9 (Fri.), by completing the registration form.

THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AND ALL ARE WELCOME TO ATTEND.

EMPLOYERS: Please fill out the same form and READ THE INSTRUCTIONS TO SECURE SPACE AT THIS EVENT.

To meet these candidates and secure your sponsorship spot, contact Cheryl McGinnis, Director of Corporate Relations, at cmcginnis@oakland.edu by Friday, January 26, 2024.

Proceeds from sponsorships will enable students from Oakland University's Japanese Business Course to travel to Japan in the summer of 2024.

9 Featured Job Ads on Nihongo Jobs

3,182 total ads on the job board today

1. [NEW] Sales Representative (Hybrid in Chino, CA) Help a Japanese Ramen company grow by promoting their product; Japanese language skills not required but appreciated 🍜

   
   

2. [NEW] Human Resource Manager (Arlington Hts., IL) Japanese language skills appreciated for this HR Manager role at a Japanese trading company (onsite, flexible hours).

   
   

3. Sales and Support Specialist (Rochester Hills, MI) Visa support possible for advanced or native Japanese speakers currently residing in the US. Support technical, sales & relationship building in the Americas. 

   
   

4. Sr Tax / Audit Staff Accountant (Novi, MI) Japanese language skills a plus if you have (or will have) a CPA license to support as a Sr Tax or Audit Staff Accountant at this accounting firm in Michigan.

   
   

5. Bilingual Tax Staff (Novi, MI) ミシガン州ノバイ市の会計事務所で働きませんか。CPAを持っている税金に詳しい専門家が必要とされていますので、ご興味がありましたらご連絡ください。

   
   

6. Project Manager (Novi, MI) Trading company seeks a Project Manager w/ engineering experience and interest in connected, autonomous, and electrified tech (Japanese language skills a plus)

   
   

7. Electroplating Support (Cincinnati, OH) Candidates w/ machine operation experience needed for a manufacturing facility in northern Cincinnati. Chemical & Japanese language/customer experience a plus.

   
   

8. Sales Support (Trenton, MI) Support sales activities in Michigan's automotive industry; Japanese language skills are a huge plus! Entry level welcome but some sales experience preferred.

   
   

9. Accounts Payable (northern Cincinnati, OH) intermediate+ nihongo, 1-2 years of related experience is required.

   
   

Select the US city or state you would like to work in, or search by keywords from the job ad page (i.e. industry, position, department). Job ads are updated daily and the total number will fluctuate accordingly.

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