STEP2 ～Apply②～

Hi everyone!

This is part two of our series for the five steps to working in Japan!
This time, let us explain about “STEP 2 : Apply”.

Last time we were talking about “what to do before applying” so we mention that
“HOW to apply” and “what to do AFTER application” !

References (previous articles)

–5 steps for working in Japan
：https://wa-shoku.info/5-steps-for-working-in-japan/

–STEP１～Make Resume!～
：https://wa-shoku.info/step%EF%BC%91%EF%BD%9Emake-resume%EF%BD%9E/

–STEP２～Apply～
: https://wa-shoku.info/step-2-%EF%BD%9Eapply%EF%BD%9E/

 

■How to apply

There are two main methods of applying: either applying directly from the hiring company’s own website
or a job search website or applying via a job placement agency.
If applying directly, you can make a positive impression on the person in charge of hiring at the company.

[References]

–WASHOKU [SEARCH JOBS!] https://wa-shoku.info/category/search-jobs/

If applying via a job placement agency, you can benefit from a free service
offering explanations in your native language and introducing you to prospective employers
that are a good match. In either case, at the time of application it’s important to convey the idea
that you’re keen to go to Japan for the selection process or to join the company.

[References]

–Pasona.Inc

○For inquiries from candidates,　http://www.pasona-global.com/gl/english/
○For inquiries from companies,　http://www.pasona-global.com/gl/client/

 

–Recruit Career Co., Ltd.

○For inquiries from candidates,　http://www.r-agent.com/
○For inquiries from companies,　http://www.direct-recruiting.jp/topics/shohin/recruit-agent/?  utm_source=corpo&utm_medium=corpo-rag&utm_campaign=corpo-rag

Also, you can get support from Japanese institutions.
Here are the popular websites from Japanese institutions that provide useful information about working in Japan.

 

-Tokyo Metropolitan Government [TOKYO CAREER GUIDE]
HP：http://www.tdh.metro.tokyo.jp/english/
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/tdh.metro.tokyo/

-Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry [Open for Professional]
: http://www.meti.go.jp/english/policy/external_economy/professionals/index.html

-Tokyo Employment Service Center for Foreigners
: https://jsite.mhlw.go.jp/tokyo-foreigner/english.html

Some websites inform you of the upcoming event information so please check frequently.

 

■After Application

After application, the hiring company or job placement agency will contact you in a week or two
about the result of your document application.
If you are successful, an interview will have to be scheduled, so you should respond as soon as possible.

If you are unable to travel to Japan to attend the interview,
you may be able to take it via international phone call, via internet phone,
or in person in your location (if the company has an overseas office in your country).
No matter which interview method is used, during your application it’s important you convey
to the company (or job placement agency) that you firmly intend to travel to Japan to work.
It’s also a good idea to prepare some questions you might want to ask during the interview.

Don’t miss the opportunities around you. There are lots of Japanese job fairs not only in Japan but around the world. You must get a chance to meet and talk with people who are working at Japanese companies in your countries.

For instance, there will be an event called “Working in Tokyo Forum in Bangkok” in Thailand in June!

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【Event Information in Thailand!】

 

June 2, 2018(Sat) 13:00～16:30

Would you like to build a fresh new career?
If you’re looking to work overseas and are interested in Japan, why don’t you bring your talents to Tokyo?
In this forum, we will discuss what it’s like to work in Tokyo, and we will hear personal accounts from those
who already created a career here! We hope to see you there!

For details, please check the “What’s New” section on the “TOKYO CAREER GUIDE” website.

URL：http://www.tdh.metro.tokyo.jp/whatsnew/20180602-event/

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That’s all for today! Next time we will introduce the points for “Interview”.

See you there!

Reference
：TOKYO CAREER GUIDE(http://www.tdh.metro.tokyo.jp/road_to_tokyo)