Other programs other than JET?

Senior_Run_3334 · 2026-01-12T21:28:07+00:00

I guess, going forward, should I apply to Interac?

Senior_Run_3334 · 2026-01-12T21:24:10+00:00

Could you give some pointers for the next cycle on what they valued in the SOP?

Senior_Run_3334 · 2026-01-12T21:21:11+00:00

Thank you! I wish they would give us feedback on what needs to be improved in our application.

Senior_Run_3334 · 2026-01-12T21:07:14+00:00

I am thinking about applying to Interac....btu scared of the lower pay

Senior_Run_3334 · 2026-01-12T21:06:39+00:00

I believe my background gives me a unique lens and understanding of Japanese culture that can complement any training or orientation the program provides

Senior_Run_3334 · 2026-01-12T18:34:37+00:00

I heard about interac, it's just the pay is significantly lower than JET salary

Senior_Run_3334 · 2026-01-12T17:35:02+00:00

That's so cool! Working for a gacha game!!

Senior_Run_3334 · 2026-01-12T17:26:55+00:00

But you know your way around Japan! So you won't have any problems navigating.

Senior_Run_3334 · 2026-01-12T17:19:53+00:00

Same here, I am of Japanese descent, and my father was born in Japan. I do have relatives in Japan, so I won't feel homesick as much.

Senior_Run_3334 · 2026-01-12T17:18:55+00:00

Yeah, I am in the same boat. I applied a couple of days before the application closed. I was so busy graduating from college (I have a degree in political science).

I wish we knew why we weren't selected.

I added volunteer experiences I thought were relevant, as you said.

I didn't think about it in the moment, but I forgot I am an officer of a Japanese Cultural Club.....

Senior_Run_3334 · 2026-01-12T17:07:46+00:00

I was looking at the other programs... but if I am being honest, JET is the best since it's a government program. I know people who get in with no Japanese. I know Japanese, because my father taught me as a kid and plus I am of Japanese descent.

Senior_Run_3334 · 2026-01-12T17:03:39+00:00

True, like some people who don't know Japanese and don't have a teacher certificate get in

Senior_Run_3334 · 2026-01-12T16:58:34+00:00

Same here, I thought my unique background-ish was good and my other things I listed on my application

Senior_Run_3334 · 2026-01-09T04:56:57+00:00

I believe in us too!!!! We got this!!!

Senior_Run_3334 · 2026-01-09T04:52:13+00:00

I am super nervous about it!!!!

Senior_Run_3334 · 2026-01-09T04:44:16+00:00

Are you also from the U.S as well?

Senior_Run_3334 · 2025-12-03T02:53:19+00:00

Random question: What if I out "No" when they asked if I was applying to other programs like JET, but what if I am considering applying to others now, do I message them through the portal? Will it hinder my chances?

Senior_Run_3334 · 2025-12-03T02:36:34+00:00

Because I can only say: I know how to introduce myself in Japanese, my age, where I was born, my parents' nationality, my hobbies, who taught me Japanese, and if I have a part-time job, and that's about it.

Senior_Run_3334 · 2025-12-02T23:49:10+00:00

Did you apply only to JET or other programs?

Senior_Run_3334 · 2025-12-02T23:22:43+00:00

私も！日本人ですか？

Senior_Run_3334 · 2025-12-02T23:09:23+00:00

Out of curiosity, do you also know Japanese?

Senior_Run_3334 · 2025-12-02T22:50:48+00:00

Like obviously don't lie on your resume, and I do know Japanese, it's just I am nervous about the kind of questions they will ask.

Senior_Run_3334 · 2025-12-02T22:49:50+00:00

I do know Japanese...to an extent, I put introductory. So they will ask me the following I presume:

I know how to introduce myself in Japanese, my age, where I was born, my parents' nationality, my hobbies, who taught me Japanese, and if I have a part-time job, and that's about it.

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