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Japan Exchange and Teaching Programme (JET)

Internship Fully funded
Government of Japan (three ministries in collaboration with local authorities) Japan 2026

Information

The Japan Exchange and Teaching Programme (JET) is a government contract position for university graduates to work as Assistant Language Teachers in Japanese public schools. Participants receive a salary, airfare, health and pension coverage, and paid leave, and are placed in municipalities across Japan. The program emphasizes cultural exchange and supports participants as they assist with English language education in cooperation with Japanese teachers of English.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary, airfare to/from Japan, national health/pension/work insurance, paid annual leave, and holiday observances.

Eligibility

University graduates who wish to work as ALT in Japanese public schools and contribute to English education and cultural exchange.

Application

Apply through the official JET Programme process in your country, typically involving document submission and interviews.

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