Job-Hunting Guidance for International Students in Graduate Programs (5/27)
I-HoP : Job-Hunting Guidance for International Students in Graduate Programs (5/27)
Job-hunting in Japan can be a unique and unfamiliar process, especially for international students in graduate programs. The expectations of employers and the structure of recruitment for new graduates and mid-career positions often differ significantly from those in other countries.
To support your job search, we will host an online seminar tailored specifically for international Master’s students. This session will provide practical guidance on how to prepare for your job-hunting journey, highlight the key qualities Japanese employers look for in candidates, and offer tips to succeed in both new-graduate and mid-career hiring processes.
We welcome participants from all academic backgrounds and nationalities. Join us to gain insights and confidence for your career in Japan!
Event details
Seminar date
5/27 (Tue.) 15:00–16:30（3:00-4:30pm)
Venue
Online (zoom)
Contents
- What Japanese employers expect from international students
- Preparing for Your Job Search Journey – Discover Your Strengths
- Recruitment Process for both new graduates and mid-career applicants
- Tips for succeeding in selection processes
- Residency statuses in relation to job search
How to apply from Hi-System
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Note : Hi-System registration is required for application.
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Lecturer
Ms. Atsuko SAWANO
Career Consultant, Waseda University Academic Solutions Corporation
Nationally Certified Career Consultant
Level-2 Certified Career Consulting Skills Specialist (Advanced Level)
Profile
Ms. Sawano began her career as a management strategy consultant, supporting business development, HR, and organizational reform across diverse industries. She has also held corporate roles, including management positions in pharmaceutical companies and through business succession.
After transitioning to the career development field, she worked as a headhunter, focusing on mid- to senior-level professionals. She now supports international Master’s and PhD students in Japan and regularly contributes to academic journals and offers career-related lectures and workshops.
Target
Hokkaido University graduate school students and postdocs
Registration
By 5/22 16:00(4:00pm)
Maximum number of participants
150
Organizer, co-organizer, and supporter
Organizer
Mariko KATAGAKI
Specially Appointed Assistant Professor
I-HoP, Center for Advanced Human Resource Education and Development Human Resource Development, Institute for the Advancement of Graduate Education, Hokkaido University
Co-organized by
- S-cubic
- COFRe
- Consortium for Career Development of Ph.D.
Supported by
Career Center, Hokkaido University