Note: This FAQ, although authoritative, is not an official document, and should not be taken as constituting official Japanese government approved answers to your questions about the JET Program. Any mistakes or misrepresentations in this document, if any, are solely the responsibility of the JET Desk ()of the Consulate General of Japan in Chicago.
Table of Contents
3.
What Qualifications do I need to apply for JET?
10.
Pre-Departure Matters/Placement
12.
Arrival in Japan
13.
Returning Home
14.
Recollections,
Advice, and Thoughts from Former JETs [link to a page dedicated to this]
What is the JET Program?
Established in 1987 for the purpose of promoting internationalization
and language education at the grassroots level, the Japan Exchange and Teaching
(JET) Program invites college graduates and young professionals from over 39
countries to share their language and culture with Japanese youth. Billed as “one of the largest educational
programs in the history of mankind,” more than 20,000 foreigners have visited
over 16,000 Japanese public schools since the program began.
JETs participate in the program in one of three ways: as Assistant
Language Teachers (ALTs), who team-up with Japanese colleagues to teach
English in primary or secondary schools; as Coordinators
of International Relations (CIRs), who perform various international
and intercultural related functions in local government offices; or as Sports Exchange Advisors (SEAs), who engage in
internationalization activities through the instruction of specific
sports.
Q. Who should apply for JET?
Q. What are the
advantages of the JET Program as compared to other English teaching programs in
Because it is sponsored by the Japanese
government, the JET Program is extremely secure. In addition, government sponsorship means
that JETs may be placed virtually anywhere in
Many problems that JETs face result from a
lack of preparedness to live and work in
The skills you develop are entirely up to
you. However, JETs usually have ample
opportunity to improve:
·
Public speaking, teaching and organization skills
·
Japanese language skills
·
Intercultural management skills
·
Personal interests (photography, web design, etc.)
Q. I hear the cost of living in
The cost of living in
· In 1999, when 3,284 current JETs were asked if they would recommend the program to a friend, 94% said, “Yes.”
·
83% were happy with their geographical placement in
·
68% renewed their contracts for more time on the
program (this includes JETs renewing for a third year)
In the 1999 JET Alumni Association
Directory, former program participants reported current occupations as
diverse as:
·
Multimedia software developer
·
Director, Business Development and Marketing
·
Lawyer or law student
·
Teacher: ESL,
Science, English, Japanese . . .
·
Graduate student:
Japanese Studies, Veterinary Medicine, Journalism . . .
·
Freelance exhibition curator and writer, focusing on
Japanese art
·
Owner of language academy and
translation/interpreting service
·
Retail Director, (famous sports shoe company)
Qualifications (see
also the Embassy of Japan FAQ
page)
Q. Who is eligible to apply
for the JET Program?
Any
Q. I am a resident of the
As of 2007,
non-U.S. citizens may not apply through a Japanese consulate in the
No. You must have graduated by June 30 of the
departure year in order to qualify for the JET Program. However, we encourage pre-senior students to
investigate the JET Program early so that they can prepare for their time in
Yes, provided you expect to graduate by June
30 of the departure year.
Q. I am 40 years old or
older. May I still apply?
Yes. However, because the JET Program is a youth exchange program (not a job opportunity), it is rare for applicants 40 or over to be accepted into the program.
Q. I do not have a Bachelor’s
degree. May I still apply?
Technically,
ALTs must have either a Bachelor’s degree OR be certified to teach at
primary/elementary schools by June 30 of the departure year. In most cases in the
Q. Can married couples
apply? What if only one spouse is
accepted?
Married couples may apply as
separate individuals. Although there is
no guarantee that married couples will be placed in the same area of
Q. I am not married, but have a fiancée or long-term companion. May my fiancée/companion accompany me on the JET Program?
If both of you are accepted as JETs, you may
request placement together and hope for the best. However, if one of you is not a
participant in the JET Program, s/he will not be able to obtain a dependent
visa to go to Japan. This means
that the non-JET partner would have to visit
Q. Does having children
disqualify me from applying to the JET Program?
No. However, considerations of schooling,
childcare, and other matters may limit placement options. JETs with children are advised to arrange in
advance for another caregiver (e.g. spouse) to watch their children while they
are working in
Q. Do I need to know Japanese
to apply?
ALTs and SEAs do not need to know Japanese to
apply. However, some knowledge of
Japanese does enhance your application because it helps demonstrate a real
interest in
Q. Do I need teaching
experience to apply?
No.
However, any teaching experience – especially with children – will
enhance your application. (Experienced
professional teachers please see below.)
Q. I have lived in
You may apply only if you have not lived in
Q. I have a medical or other condition such
that I must live close to a hospital or other facility. Will this affect my chances of being
accepted?
Such a condition (depending on the
nature of the malady, e.g. whether it is contagious or debilitating) may affect
your chances of being placed with a particular contracting organization in
Q. What qualities do you look
for in a JET applicant?
The JET Program is looking for applicants
who:
(1) Show a genuine
interest in
(2) Are willing and
able to adapt to a different culture for at least one year;
(3) Have the ability
and desire to teach children (for CIRs:
are willing and able to initiate international exchange activities in
your local community);
(4) Are affable,
creative, and responsible people who will be good representatives of their
country; and,
(5) Are both mentally
and physically healthy.
Q. What positions are offered
on the JET Program?
There are three positions: the Assistant Language Teacher (ALT), the Coordinator for International Relations (CIR), and the Sports Exchange Advisor (SEA).
ALTs are posted in either a particular public high school or junior high school, or in a local Board of Education. The ALT’s primary duty is to assist Japanese language teachers in teaching English in the public school system. Other duties might include assisting with speech contests, leading English Clubs, and providing cultural advice to students, teachers, and others in the community.
CIRs are posted in a local government office or an affiliated organization, such as the Council for the Promotion of International Relations. The CIR’s duties vary widely, but his/her primary job is to coordinate and facilitate internationally related activities in the community. This may include maintaining a newsletter and/or web letter, translating, interpreting, and some English teaching. Much depends on the imagination and skills of the CIR and the availability of resources in the community.
SEAs are sports professionals whose role is
to assist with sports training and the planning of sports-related
projects. Recruitment for the SEA
position is carried out by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs through overseas
Embassies and Consulates, but is independent from the selection of ALTs and CIRs. SEA applicants must be highly skilled in
their sport, have at least 3 years of coaching experience in his or her
specialized sports field, and must be recommended by the participant countries’
National Olympic Committee or government organization. Many SEAs are former Olympic athletes. In the 2001-2002 JET Program, there were 29
participants from 13 countries (the two SEAs from the
Q. How good does my Japanese
have to be for the CIR position?
Because a large part of the job involves translation and interpretation, CIRs should have an advanced level of Japanese. However, native proficiency is not required to apply (see below).
Q. What percentage of ALT
applicants ends up participating in the JET Program?
The ALT applicant success rate varies from
year to year. For the 2002 JET Program,
320 out of about 500 applicants were granted interviews at the Consulate
General of Japan at
Q. What percentage of CIR
applicants ends up participating in the JET Program?
Because there are relatively few
CIR positions, we cannot predict the acceptance rate of CIRs in any given
year. The rate depends on how many
positions open up in
Q. What are the working hours
per day? Per week?
ALT and CIR working hours vary widely with
each contracting institution, but 35 hours per week, 8:30 – 5:00, Monday – Friday
is normal. Your contracting institution
may request occasional overtime work for festivals, etc.
Q. Will I have to work on
weekends?
ALTs and CIRs do not work on weekends, except
for special occasions (e.g. school festivals).
(SEAs should be prepared to work on weekends and evenings, when
most sports activities are conducted.)
Q. As an ALT, how many
classes would I teach?
Although working conditions vary, most JETs
teach from 2 to 4 classes per day.
Q. Will I be teaching English
as a CIR?
Most CIRs do some English teaching, but
usually only once a week (often to their colleagues in their office). In some cases, however, a CIR may do much
more.
Q. I have never taught
before. Will I get any teacher training?
The Consulate General of Japan at
Q. I do not speak any
Japanese. Is there any Japanese language
training on the JET Program?
Successful
JET applicants are provided a Japanese language book and tapes prior to
departure for
Q. What is the contract
period for the JET Program?
The minimum contract is one full year,
beginning in early August. Beginning
with the 2002 JET Program, this contract may be renewed up to three times for a
total of four years. Fourth year JETs
work as either Specialist Prefectural Advisors or Elementary School ALTs. (Only those who have shown outstanding work
performance and have a suitable level of Japanese language ability may renew
their contract for a fourth year.)
Q. Who, exactly, am I
contracting with?
ALTs contract with a local educational
institution, usually a public school or local Board of Education; CIRs
generally contract with a local government office, such as the Office of
International Affairs or similar organization.
Q. Is it possible to
participate in the JET Program for less than a year?
No.
The minimum contract is one year.
Q. Is it possible to start my
contract in spring rather than fall?
No.
The contract period always begins in the fall.
Q. After being accepted for
the JET Program, can my contract be deferred?
No.
However, you may withdraw and reapply the following year provided you
have not already been placed with a contracting institution. (See below)
Q. If I withdraw
from the JET Program will I be disqualified from applying in the future?
With good reason, you may withdraw
without penalty prior to finding out where you will be placed in
Q. How much are JETs paid?
The JET remuneration is ¥3.6 million per
year, or ¥300,000 per month (click here for a
currency exchange calculator). After
deductions for health, pension, and employment insurance, JETs take home
approximately ¥258,000 per month. (Click here for a cost-of-living-in-Tokyo
link.) However, JETs who have been
enrolled in the pension system for a minimum of 6 months are eligible to
receive a partial refund of their premiums after they leave the JET Program and
return to their home country.
Q. Does the JET Program cover
the costs of traveling to
Roundtrip airfare between a JET participant’s
home country and
Q. Are JETs covered by any
insurance policies?
All JETs are required to enroll in the
national health and pension insurance system, as well as the national
employment insurance system. The
contracting institution subsidizes the monthly premium for this insurance, with
the JET participant portion amounting to approximately ¥42,000 per month in
total. Further, all JETs are
automatically enrolled in the JET Programme Accident Insurance system, but
premiums are paid entirely by the contracting organization.
Q. How good is the health
insurance coverage?
Quite good.
The national health insurance system covers 80% of medical expenses of
illness, including some dental coverage.
The remaining 20% – less a ¥5,000 deductible – is covered by the JET
Programme Accident Insurance policy. (By
and large, coverage is comparable to most insurance policies in the
Q. Do all JETs get the same
pay and benefits?
In terms of salary and
health/pension/employment insurance, all JETs get the same benefits. However, housing and other costs of living
may vary widely from JET to JET.
Moreover, the quality of housing and other amenities varies as
well. For instance, some JETs may get
brand new apartments, while others get older accommodations (see below). This said, in the end, most JETs are satisfied
with their situation.
Q. Is housing provided for
JET participants?
No. In principle, all living costs must be borne
by the JET participant. However, in
almost all cases (99.9%) your contracting institution will find housing for you
prior to your arrival in
Q. How expensive is housing
in
Most JETs pay between ¥20,000 and ¥60,000 per
month (click here
for exchange rate calculator). In
the worst-case scenario, you might have to pay up to 6 months rent in
advance. (This does not happen
often.) On the other hand, many JETs
live in very inexpensive subsidized housing.
Fortunately, your remuneration is quite sufficient to cover whatever
your housing costs might be.
Q. What is the quality of housing for JETs?
The quality of housing for JETs varies
widely. You may live in a small
apartment or you may live in a house.
Most JETs live in an apartment building with two or so rooms and a
kitchen. Some are new and completely
furnished, while others come completely unfurnished (bare bulbs and all). Most fall somewhere in between. Generally speaking, rural JETs live in larger
places than do urban JETs.
Q. What if I don’t like my
housing?
If you do not like your housing, you are free
to move. However, all moving costs must
be borne by the JET participant, and can be very expensive (as much as six
months rent in advance).
Q. How many days off will I
get on the JET Program?
All JETs are allowed a minimum of
10 days paid leave. However, most JETs
have been allowed from 12-20 days; JETs also get about 15 national
holidays. Many JETs use this time to
travel around
Q. What is the application
process?
(1) August–September: Obtain a new application from www.embjapan.org or your nearest Consulate General of Japan (see below); (2) Early December: Application deadline; (3) Late January: Results of written application; (4) February: Interview; (5) Late March-early April: Results of interview; (6) May-June: Collection of additional documents and
placement in Japan; (7) July-August:
Departure for Japan.
Q. What materials do I need
to prepare for the application?
Generally speaking, for the written
application you will need (1) a completed official application form; (2) a
self-assessment medical form; (3) a statement of purpose; (4) two letters of
reference; (5) official transcripts of all college courses; (6) a certification
of graduation or enrollment from a college or university; and (7) a
confirmation card. You may download and
print these forms from www.embjapan.org
or contact your local Consulate General of Japan. Also, for most of these documents you are
required to submit two (2) copies plus the original document. Please consult the official application
packet for further information and details.
NOTE: All of the above
documents must be submitted to the Embassy of Japan together in one
envelope by early December (usually December 5 or 6). DO NOT SUBMIT APPLICATIONS TO A
CONSULATE. Any applications received
after the deadline will not be considered, so please mail early in case of post
office or other delays.
Q. When
are new applications available, and how can I get
one?
New online applications are usually
available around the end of August. You
may download one from the Embassy of Japan
website. If you are unable to
download and print the online application, please request a hardcopy
application from the Consulate
General of Japan in your area. (For
those in the IL, IN, MN or WI area, you may – starting in September –
request a hardcopy application from jicdoug@aol.com.) Hardcopy applications are usually available
in late September.
Q. When is the application
deadline?
The Embassy of Japan in
Q. Do I need to send a copy
of my diploma for the written application?
If you have already
graduated from college or university, you may submit three
copies of your diploma as proof of graduation. If you have not yet graduated but expect
to graduate by June of the following year, please have your Registrar
provide an official document certifying your current enrollment and the date
you are expected to graduate.
(Note: If accepted into the JET
Program, those who graduate after the application due date will need to
provide proof of graduation after they
actually graduate. See below.)
Q. How are written
applications evaluated?
The Embassy of Japan in
Q. How can I improve my
written application?
The statement of purpose and references are
of prime importance, so concentrate your efforts on these. On your essay, be concrete and specific to
show your motivation and readiness to teach and live in
Q. Does having teaching credentials help my application?
Generally speaking, yes. Teaching experience and a proven desire to teach children is always helpful in applying to the JET Program. However, experienced professional teachers are sometimes frustrated on the JET Program because, as Assistant Language Teachers (ALTs), they are not in complete charge of their class in terms of curriculum, content, discipline, methods of teaching, etc. Because of this, there is some worry that professional teachers would not complete their contract. If you are a professional teacher, please be sure you fully understand the working conditions of the ALT before applying for the JET Program.
Q. Does an ALT applicant have
a better chance of being accepted than a CIR applicant?
Not necessarily. You should apply for the position you desire most and are qualified for.
Q. My Japanese skills are
okay, but not great. Would I have a better
chance of being accepted if I applied for the ALT position rather than the CIR
position?
It depends on your Japanese skills. If you are below level 2 of the Japanese
Language Proficiency Exam (i.e. level 3 or 4), you should probably not apply
for the CIR position. If you are level
2~2.5, your chances of being accepted as a CIR are iffy, but possible. If your Japanese proficiency is level 2.5 or
higher AND you are very interested in the CIR position, you should apply for
the CIR position.
Q. If I am accepted as an
ALT, may I later switch to the CIR position?
It happens, but only rarely. There must be a CIR position open in your
prefecture and agreement on the part of both contracting institutions.
Q. If I apply for the CIR
position and am not accepted, may I switch to the ALT position?
In some cases, with the interview
judges’ recommendation and consent from
Q. May I use this year’s
application for next year’s JET Program?
No.
Q. If I am selected for an
interview, where will the interview take place?
As of 2002, all interviews for
Q. What happens in the
interview? What kind of questions should
I expect?
Interviews may vary from consulate
to consulate, but at the
Q. What happens after the
interview?
You will be notified by early April of your applicant status (not accepted, alternate, or short-list). Successful applicants will be asked to submit certain documents to their interview consulate. (See below)
Q. What does “alternate
status” mean?
All short-list and alternate status JETs are ranked by interview scores. “Alternate status” means that, should a short-list applicant withdraw from the JET Program, the top ranking alternate will be asked to upgrade to short-list status. Upgrades take place on a rolling basis until the day of departure and even beyond. Although conditions change from year to year, in past years a majority of alternate JET applicants have eventually been upgraded. However, lower ranked alternates may have to wait until late July or even August before they are upgraded (if they are upgraded at all).
Q. What does “short-list
status” mean?
“Short-list status” means that an
applicant has been accepted into the JET Program pending placement with a
particular Contracting Organization (school or government organization) in
Q. If I am selected as an
alternate, what are my chances of being upgraded to short-list status JET?
Your chances of being upgraded from alternate status to full-status JET depend on your position on the alternate list and how many full-status JETs withdraw before or shortly after the departure date. In the past, many or most JETs on the alternate list have eventually been upgraded to full-status JETs. However, be warned that some alternates have had to wait until the week before departure or even later before learning of their new status.
Q. If I am selected as a short-list status JET participant, are there any other documents that I will have to prepare? What additional costs should I expect to incur?
After the interview, successful applicants
will be required to submit the following documents (as of 2002): (1) Reply Form
with two identical passport-sized photographs on
photo paper; (2) Health Certificate
filled out by a doctor (including check of lungs); (3) Proof of Graduation; and, (4) Visa Application with valid passport (sent to
the departing consulate following placement in Japan). There are no application fees or other
payments required by the JET Program.
However, you may incur some expenses in the process, such as mailing
costs, passport photo fees, transcript ordering fees, or doctor’s fees. We strongly encourage you to return the
Reply Form and other documents promptly to avoid incurring costs for overnight
mailing or even disqualification. The
Reply Form, in particular, MUST be submitted by the deadline (specified by your
interview consulate) to avoid risk of disqualification. We also recommend that you make
photocopies of all documents that you mail in case they are somehow
lost. Finally, since you will need more
passport photographs for the visa application and other official documents in
Q. If I am selected as an alternate status JET participant, are there any other documents that I will have to prepare? What additional costs should I expect to incur?
After the interview, applicants chosen for
alternate status will be required to submit the following two documents (as of
2002): (1) Reply
Form with two identical, passport-sized photographs
on photo paper; (2) Health Certificate
filled out by a doctor (including check of lungs); and (3) Photocopy
of Passport (the page containing your photograph, expiration date, and
passport number). Later, if the
alternate is upgraded to short-list status, s/he will need to submit Proof of Graduation and Visa Application with valid passport (sent to
the departing consulate following placement in
Q. What
information is needed on the Reply Form?
Read the Reply Form carefully. On it you need to include your name (exactly
as printed on your passport), date and place of birth, your acceptance or
non-acceptance of the appointment, your signature, the day’s date, your current
and permanent contact information, whether a spouse/partner will accompany you,
the airport and city from which you will depart, your passport number and
expiration date, and two passport-sized photographs taken within the last three
months. DO NOT FORGET TO SIGN THE REPLY
FORM.
Q. I only have one
address. Do I need another one?
In case we cannot contact you at your primary
address and phone number(s)/email(s), it is good to have secondary contact
information through which we can contact you if the need arises. If you do not have an email address,
please try to get one. They are very
useful for quick communication when opportunities and events come up.
Q. I do not have a passport. Since the Reply Form asks for a passport
number, what should I do?
If you do not yet have a passport, leave the
form blank. Include with your Reply Form
a note explaining when you expect to be issued a passport. We strongly recommend that you apply for
one immediately at your nearest passport agency, as the process can take over a
month. Further, be sure that the
name on your Reply Form is identical to the one you wish to have on your
passport.
Q. May
I send in digital photos with the Reply Form?
Yes, if they are clear (high resolution) and on photo paper. The photographs must be head and shoulder face-shots, similar to photographs for passports.
Q. May I use photocopies of
my passport photograph on the Reply Form?
No.
Q. What
is involved in getting the Certificate of Health?
The Certificate of Health must be completed by a licensed physician who knows your health history. Along with the usual physical tests (height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, eyesight and hearing), you will need a urinalysis, medical history (checklist of disorders), and lung examination. An X-ray is requested for the lung examination, but is NOT required if your doctor does not recommend one AND writes a comment (e.g. “lungs clear, healthy…”) in the applicable section.
Q. What constitutes Proof of Graduation?
Proof of Graduation can be shown in one
of three ways: By submitting (1) a copy
of your college diploma, (2) an official transcript that has the degree,
major and date of completion written on it, and (3) an official letter from
your school Registrar that states the degree, major and date of completion of
your requirements for graduation (the letter should have an official seal or
signature).
Q. I will not receive my diploma until after
the deadline for Proof of Graduation.
What should I do?
Please submit either an official transcript
OR an official letter from your school Registrar. Either one must state the degree received,
the major granted, and the date you completed requirements for graduation.
Q. Do I submit Proof of
Graduation with my Reply Form?
You should submit your Proof of Graduation
only AFTER you graduate. Thus, even if
you sent in, say, your transcripts with the written application, you
still need to submit Proof of Graduation later after you actually
graduate. The only time you need not
send in Proof of Graduation later in the process is if you had sent 3 copies
of your diploma with your written application.
Q. When
should I apply for a visa?
Do NOT apply for a visa
until you receive a visa application and further information directly from the
Consulate General of Japan or Embassy where you interviewed. You will send your visa application (with
valid passport) directly to the Visa Section of your DEPARTURE consulate. Please send the application at least ten
days prior to your departure date.
If you will be abroad during the summer, please plan to return in time
to send in your passport and visa application ten days prior to departure. (If this is impossible, please contact your
departure consulate.)
Pre-Departure Matters/Placement
Q. Do I have a choice about my departure consulate? Does it have to be the same as my interview consulate?
In principle, your departure consulate should
be the same as your interview consulate.
For example, if you interview in
Q. Where might I be placed in
You may be placed anywhere in
Q. Do I have a choice of
where I am placed?
On the written application, you may specify
up to three placement preferences (if any).
The program does its best to place participants close to their preferred
location, but does not make any guarantees.
For example, you may request the city of
Q. What if I do not like my
placement?
If you do not like your placement, you may
withdraw from the program. However, if
you withdraw after you learn of your placement with a contracting
institution (your school or government office), you are disqualified
from applying to the JET Program again.
[Note: Most JETs express
satisfaction with their placement, even if they were not placed in one of their
requested areas.]
Q. What should I bring with
me to
The list is many and varied. Just be sure to bring things from your
hometown and state to show students and colleagues. For example, photographs or videos of
everyday items and events (e.g. neighborhood baseball game, school rally, your
home, bedroom, dog, grandma, etc.) are good.
Please see http://www.jetaasc.org,
http://pub7.ezboard.com and other
websites for information on preparing to go to
Q. I am on medication. Will I be able to bring it with me to
Generally speaking, you may bring up to a
two-month’s supply of over-the-counter medication to Japan. However, some common medications sold in the
Regarding prescription medications,
you may generally bring up to a one-month’s supply provided you (1) bring it
unopened in original packaging; (2) bring a copy of the prescription; and, (3)
bring a letter from your doctor stating what the drugs are for. However, some restrictions may apply, so
please check with Japanese customs before bringing medications into Japan.
Q. Are there any orientations
or other organized events prior to departure?
Organized events prior to departure vary from
consulate to consulate. In
Q. When is the departure date
for
It varies from year to year, but departure is
usually in mid to late July or early August (see the official application for specific dates, or
check with your nearest Consulate
General of Japan). The Group A
consulate departure date is about one week earlier than the Group B consulate
departure date. (See here for a list of Group A and B consulates.) Remember, most consulates hold a mandatory
Pre-Departure Orientation the day before departure day, so you must plan
to be at the departure site on that day.
Do not plan to attend any weddings, etc., on the day before departure!
Q. May I depart at on a
different date than the official departure date?
No.
All JET participants must depart for Japan on the officially designated
date (usually mid to late July or early August), from the airport designated by
the applicant on his/her reply form.
Remember also that JET participants must depart from a location (city)
that is in the same group as his or her interview consulate. (See here for
a list of Group A and B consulates.)
Q. How much baggage can I
take with me to
Baggage allowance is standard for any international
flight. Generally, airlines allow one
carry-on bag and two checked pieces.
Please check with your designated airline (JAL, ANA, Northwest or other
major airline) for specific details as to size and weight. Any baggage over the limit will incur
significant charges; we recommend shipping everything you can ahead of your
departure.
Q. I will be living in
Yes, unless you have a gaijin
tōrokushō (foreign resident registration), you MUST depart from a
Q. I heard that foreign
residents of
As of 2002, this is true; foreign
residents may “depart” through
Q. What happens after I arrive in
After arrival at
Q. What if I have a problem while
on the JET Program? What resources are
available for me?
The JET Program offers a full range of support services for most problems that may occur. These services range from your immediate Japanese supervisor to prefecture advisors to trained counselors working in the central government.
Q. Is airfare for the return
home covered by the JET Program?
Yes, provided you complete your contract. If you withdraw from the JET Program before completion of your contract, your contracting institution reserves the right to refuse provision of return airfare.
Q. What happens after I
return home from
Before you leave
For more JET FAQs and information, see www.embjapan.org/jet/faq.htm, www.embjapan.org/seattle/jet_desc.html
and www.jetaasc.org.
For JET Program 2007
Group A: July 29 arrival
Salt Lake City,
UT
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Group B: August 5 arrival
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