What are the employment services at Kumamoto University?

Kumamoto University is a top public university in Japan with a history of more than 100 years. In order to promote internationalization, Kumamoto University recruits international students every year, especially students from Asian countries. While recruiting international students, Kumamoto University also provides employment services for international students. So what kind of employment services does Kumamoto University provide? Welcome to learn more.

Career Support

The Career Services Division offers regular students the following programs to support their job-seeking activities. If you are searching for a job, we recommend joining the programs. (All programs are basically provided in Japanese.)

Employment assistance

The Employment Service Office provides the following program services to the unified enrollment to support their job search activities. If you are looking for a job, Kumamoto University recommends enrolling in these programs. (All programs are basically provided in Japanese.)

1.Future career path and career counseling

We provide advice on your future career path and job-seeking activities at the Career Services Division office.

Place: KUROKAMI North Campus, the first floor of General Education Building C

Service hours: 8:30?18:15 on weekdays * Closes at 17:15 during summer and winter holidays

Certified counselors also provide assistance.

Note:

(1) Reservation is necessary for certified counselors counseling.

(2) Contact the Career Services Division for more details.

(3) Ask for English services if needed.

The Career Services Division also offers the following:

< p>　Career counseling services for international students

　A bulletin board where career information for international students is posted

　Future career planning and career counseling

　Employment at Kumamoto University The Service Office provides you with advice on future career planning and job search.

Location: Kumamoto University North Campus, 1st floor, Building C, General Education Teaching Building;

Service hours: 8:30 am to 6:15 pm every working day.

During summer and winter vacations, service will cease at 5:15 p.m.

There are also licensed counselors available to provide support.

Remarks:

(1) Consultation with a licensed counselor requires an appointment;

(2) Consult the Employment Service for details;

(3) Ask for English service if necessary.

The Employment Service Office also provides the following:

(1) International student employment consulting services;

(2) International student employment-related information bulletin board.

2. Seminar, Guidance, etc.

Seminars, guidance, etc.

Career preparatory course

This is a basic program for students who are starting their job-hunting activities. Students can conduct self-examination through career tests, learn how to create an entry sheet, and receive job-interview training.

Career preparation courses

< p>This is a basic course for students who are starting to find jobs. Students can take employment self-tests, learn to write resumes, and receive interview training in class.

Industry research seminar

People who work for leading companies in each industry will provide lectures regarding basic information and trends of the industry.

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People who work for leading companies in various industries give lectures on basic employment information and industry trends here.

Company information sessions in the campus

Major companies in Japan and high quality companies in the Kyushu region hold information sessions on campus, which allows students to make more effective progress in their job- hunting activities. The Career Services Division will also hold company information sessions for international students, inviting 50 companies selected on the basis that they actively hire international students.

* Company information sessions will be held by either the Career Services Division or each faculty and department.

Corporate information campus seminars

Many Japanese companies and high-quality companies in the Kyushu region have campus seminars. These seminars are more beneficial to students. find a job. The Employment Service Office also holds company presentations for international students. The Service Office invites 50 companies that actively recruit international students to give presentations here.

Career guidance for international students

In this program, international students will learn the general procedures and the attitude they should have while searching for jobs in Japan.

Employment Guidance for International Students

In this course, students learn the general job search process and the attitude they should have when applying for jobs in Japan.

Discussion meeting for students from Indonesia

In cooperation with the Jakarta branch of a major Japanese bank, we invite staff members to provide students with an opportunity to obtain information on the hiring trends, unique corporate culture, manners, and working styles of local Japanese-affiliated companies.

Indonesian student seminar

The school cooperates with the Jakarta branch of a major Japanese bank and invites branch employees to participate Seminars provide students with the opportunity to gain information on recruiting trends, unique corporate cultures, workplace etiquette, and local Japanese affiliates.

　3.internship

　We have set up a contact point within the campus for the Consortium of Universities in Kumamoto,*1 which offers internship programs, provides information on publicly-offered internships, *2 and offers business etiquette training to students who plan to participate in an internship program.

*1 Internship of the Consortium of Universities in Kumamoto is a program in which students participate under an agreement among universities in Kumamoto Prefecture , local companies, and local public bodies.

*2 Publicly-offered internships is a program in which students gather information, apply for, and participate on their own.

Internships

The school has established a Kumamoto Area University Association joint point to provide information on internship projects and public internships, and provides business etiquette training for students who intend to participate in the internship program.

Remarks;

(1). The Kumamoto Regional University Joint Internship Program is an agreement project between Kumamoto Prefecture, local enterprises and local public organizations, and the school where it is located has signed the agreement students can participate.

(2). A public internship is a project in which students collect information, apply and participate themselves.

4.others

Job-hunting navigation ?KUMA★NAVI?

KUMA★NAVI is a website that offers comprehensive career assistance to Kumamoto University students. It provides reservation services for career guidance and seminars, as well as job search services.

Own Work Note project

Students who have successfully found a job will support job-seeking students by providing the knowledge and strategies obtained through their job-hunting activities.

Others

Job search navigation KUMA★NAVI

KUMA★NAVI is a comprehensive employment service provider for Kumamoto University students Supported sites. The website provides career guidance and seminar booking services, as well as job search-related services.

Own Work Note project

Students who have already found a job help students who are still looking for a job, providing them with the knowledge and strategies gained during the job search process.

5.mployment

Employment

Part-time Jobs

Information on part-time jobs is available at Kumamot University. Coope jobs are available to help students support themselves financially while studying in Japan, and make sure that working part-time does not interfere with your study. International students can work up to 28 hours per week. Since international students can not work without permission from the Immigration Bureau, you need to submit an official form to the International Student office at the University.

Part-time jobs

Kumamoto University provides information on part-time jobs. Students can work part-time at Coope to provide financial support for their studies in Japan. When working part-time, make sure it doesn't interfere with your studies. International students cannot work more than 28 hours per week. International students need a permit from the Immigration Bureau to work, and you need to submit an official application form at the Kumamoto University International Student Office.

Graduate Employment

The Career Support Section at the university helps international students seek career opportunities in Japan. The types of job support provided by the office includes information on job hunting procedures and skills - how to self-analyze yourself, how to do job market research, how to write a resume and a "Statement of Purpose," how to go about visiting companies you are interested in, plus advices on how to take aptitude tests given by companies, and interview tips. The office is also available for international students to prepare for employment exams.

Some staff members previously worked for human resources departments in corporate business. Their experience helps students learn the hiring process from the employer's point of view, including what employers are looking for in prospective employees. They can give you detailed answers to your specific questions about the hiring process, so feel free to talk with them about any questions you might have.

Graduation Student Employment

Kumamoto University’s Employment Support Office helps international students find employment opportunities in Japan. The type of job support provided by the Employment Office includes information on job search procedures and skills, including how to analyze yourself, how to conduct workplace research, how to write a resume and statement of purpose, how to visit companies of interest, and how to take company entry tests and attend interviews. . The Employment Office also provides consultation on employment preparation for international students.

Some staff members have worked in corporate human resources departments. Their experiences can help students understand the recruitment process from an employer's perspective, including what employers are looking for in prospective employees. They can answer your questions in detail about the recruitment process, so feel free to talk to them about any questions you have.