CONGRATULATIONS 2010 JETS!
August 4, 2010
by Abby
The 2010 JET participants from Miami came together at 5 AM at the Miami International Airport to start this exciting new step in their lives! The evening before we gathered together for an orientation and reception at the Consul General of Japan's residence. We were joined by parents, JETAA members, and honored members of our extended community who do a great deal to promote Japanese culture and the JET Program throughout Florida. Thanks to everyone for coming to celebrate and see off the 2010 JETs, and congratulations to the new JETs! It was a long process, and definitely required a great deal of diligence and patience, but you did it! Best of luck in Japan!
WE HAVE A JOB OPENINGS PAGE!
July 23, 2010
by Abby
With the impending arrival of JETs who have just finished their contracts and are returning to Florida, it seemed like the perfect time to create a page that is dedicated to presenting job opportunities to JET alumni and anyone else interested in these types of positions. These jobs are going to be restricted to anything Japan-related or that are connected with education, using the Japanese language, or that are submitted by JET alumni themselves (whether there is a connection to Japan or education or not).
Interested parties will need to investigate these opportunities themselves to see whether or not pursuing them will be a worthwhile endeavor. We have no more information than is presented on the page itself. To submit a job, please email the description and contact information to the webmaster.
Also try looking at http://jetwit.com/wordpress/category/jobs/ for information on Japan-related jobs, news, and events!
CHANGES AND UPDATES AT THE CONSULATE GENERAL OF JAPAN IN MIAMI
July 22, 2010
by Abby
June and July have been busy, busy months here in the Culture section! Many of you may remember meeting the Culture Attaché, Mr. Muramatsu, at JET interviews and various events. Less than one month ago he finished his 3+ year term here at the consulate and returned to the Ministry of Finance. We will certainly miss his exuberance. Thanks to his dedication and energy, the culture section hosted and participated with more events than we ever have before. Hopefully we will continue to be just as involved with the community under the guidance and leadership of the new Culture Attaché, Mr. Nakamura.
As of now, hiring is still open for the other position in the culture section, that of the Public Relations Liaison. Due to some prearranged events and trips, interviews have had to be temporarily postponed until August. For anyone interested in the position, resumés are still being accepted.
Finally, we are in the home stretch for the departure of the 2010 JETs! This was the most competitive year by far, and you should all be proud of your kohai! As thrilling as it is to bid them sayonara, let's not forget that their departure coincides with another exciting event - the return of past years' JETs! Keep looking here for information about the Welcome Back Party. Due to lack of interest and communication, we had to cancel the Welcome Back Party last year. That means we've got to try even harder to make it happen this year!
JAX JETAA MEET & GREET - THANK YOU!!
July 9, 2010
by Lisa
Just a note of thanks for attending the Meet & Greet at Wasabi this past Saturday. I was really happy to have met you, and think we were all busting at the seams with stories to share about our experience on JET. It's a great start to a future of more fun activities and events. Here is a photo of our night out.
I'll be in touch shortly about other possible upcoming events (pot luck-photo sharing-movie night, etc.).
Thanks again!!
JOB OPENING AT THE CONSULATE GENERAL OF JAPAN
June 10, 2010
by Abby
My counterpart in the Culture section (a JET alumna herself) will be leaving next month to take advantage of a study abroad opportunity. This leaves a vacancy for a Public Relations and Communications Officer here at the Consulate. For more about the position, please see the link: http://www.miami.us.emb-japan.go.jp/employment.html
The desired start date is July 15, but interviewing will begin within the next few weeks. Interested parties are encouraged to submit resumes, cover letters, and employment authorization (copy of passport and/or green card) as soon as they are able.
HELP PREPARE NEWBIE JETS FOR LIFE IN JAPAN
April 27, 2010
by Abby
Just 2 weeks ago Miami's new crop of JET applicants found out if they were on the short, alternate, or unsuccessful lists. Now short listers get to "hurry up and wait" as they rush to get documents in and then wait to hear final confirmation that they've been placed with a contracting organization. It's a difficult time, full of excitement and anxiety. Where will they go? Will it be snowy there? Will they understand the dialect? Will there be other foreigners nearby?
If you'd like to be part of easing some of that predeparture worrying, please contact the JET Program Coordinator and volunteer to attend one of the three Q&A sessions (Miami, Tampa, and TBD), help with the predeparture orientation, and/or be partnered up with any new JETs who have specific questions.
2 JOB OPENING ANNOUNCEMENTS 1, 2
March 12, 2010
by Abby
JET PROGRAM CONSULTANT OPENING IN WASHINGTON, DC
Title: JET Program Consultant
Salary: Commensurate with experience, between $32,000-36,000
Benefits: Vacation, sick leave, 16 holidays (U.S. federal and some Japanese
holidays)
Duties: The JET Program Consultant is responsible for the general management of the JET Program under the supervision of the Education Counselor and the JET Program Coordinator. The duties of the position include:
- Organizing and coordinating the JET Program application review process, interviews, orientations, recruiting/advertis ing, etc.
- Planning and facilitating JET Program events and orientations
- Responding to inquiries for information about the program by telephone, e-mail, and letter, as needed
- Working with the JET Alumni Association on various projects to introduce Japan/Japanese culture in the DC area and to promote networking among former JET participants and Japan related communities.
- Other projects as assigned by the Education Counselor
Required Qualifications:
- U.S. citizenship or green card
- Bachelor's degree
- Strong English language speaking and writing skills
- Excellent organizational skills and people skills
- Strong computer skills--Internet, e-mail, MS Word, Excel and Outlook
Desired Qualifications:
- Japanese language ability
- Knowledge of and/or experience with the JET Program
- Knowledge of and/or experience with working for international exchange programs
Location: Embassy of Japan, 2520 Massachusetts Avenue, NW.
About the JET Program and the JET Program Office:
The JET Program seeks to help enhance internationalization in Japan by promoting mutual understanding between Japan and other nations. The program aims to enhance foreign language education in Japan, and to promote international exchange at the local level through fostering ties between Japanese youth and foreign youth. The JET Program Office at the Embassy of Japan is responsible for selecting applicants who will interview for the Program in the US as well as interviewing and training participants from the Washington, DC area.
To Apply:
Interested candidates should e-mail resume AND cover letter to the following e-mail address: jetoffice[at]embjapan.org
Deadline for submissions is Monday, March 15, 2010.
VISA OPENING IN MIAMI
Visa, Inc is looking for candidates with excellent communications skills both in English and Japanese for its new Miami Customer Care Center. If interested please contact Yida Romero at 305-328-1249 or email your resume to yromero[at]hotmail.com"
STUDY IN JAPAN OPPORTUNITY FOR JET ALUMNI!
March 3, 2010
by Abby
Did you know that JET alumni have an opportunity to study abroad in Japan on behalf of the Japanese Ministry of Education? The Monbukagakusho has 6 different scholarship categories, including Research, which is for applicants who already have Bachelor's degrees and who are interested in studying in Japan to pursue a Master's, PhD, or a short-term research project. One year of Japanese language training is included (if necessary), and the scholarship covers tuition, airfare, and provides a monthly stipend. In addition to other applicants, the Consulate General of Japan in Miami is allowed to choose a JET alumnus or alumna every year for either the Research or any other relevant scholarship type! So, who will it be next? Maybe it's your turn!
JAPANESE FILM AND FOOD EVENT AT UCF
February 9, 2010
by Tom
The University of Central Florida Rosen College of Hospitality in Orlando will be hosting a screening of the film The Ramen Girl starring Brittany Murphy. It’s the story of an American who after getting stranded in Tokyo becomes the apprentice to a local ramen cook. Filmed in Tokyo and Yokohama, it’s sure to bring back fond memories of your time on JET slurping a bowl of noodles at your neighborhood ramenya-san. After the screening there will be also be a ramen tasting.
UCF Rosen College of Hospitality Management
Saturday February 20 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
See here for more details!
Note: There will also be a screening of The Ramen Girl at Morikami Museum and Gardens on Thursday February 18 at 7:00 PM (Free event; RSVP required). See more here.
JETS GATHER TO CELEBRATE THE NEW YEAR
February 5, 2010
by Abby
Once again, JET alumni gathered in the home of Michael Maloney and his family for the annual Shinnenkai, or New Year Celebration! Relying on some quick calculation, Michael realized that they have hosted the JETAA Shinnenkai for the past 10 years! Those gathered enjoyed a fabulous sushi spread from Yoko's Sushi and Michael's famed Curry Rice!
As ever, our gathering was not limited only to JET alumni, but also included friends, colleagues and even some interested applicants!
Thanks to everyone for making it out and a huge thank you to Michael and his whole family for once again hosting such a fabulous event! Be sure to see the pictures here!
LECTURE AT THE MORIKAMI MUSEUM AND GARDENS
February 3, 2010
by Wendy
“Bridging Japanese and American Styles of Communication” which will be held on Thursday, February 11, 2010 at 7:30 pm (museum doors open 6pm) with speaker Dr. Lauren Crane. Cost: $7 for members and $10 for non-members.
Here is a brief description of the Lecture:
Every culture has unspoken communication norms that need to be followed in order to seem polite. Because our own culture’s norms are as familiar to us as the air we breathe, we usually are unaware of them unless we sense something “strange” going on. Yet in interactions between Americans and Japanese, shared familiarity with these norms cannot be assumed, and “strange” feelings can lead to dysfunctional relationships. Dr. Crane’s lecture will focus on how we can form more accurate impressions and feel more comfortable in cross-cultural interactions by becoming more aware of each other’s norms.
For more on the lecture and ordering tickets, please see here!
INTRODUCTION
January 12, 2010
by Abby
Welcome to the Newsletter Blog! This is something new we're starting to get more details out to the JET community about JETAA, JET, and Japan-related events. To have something posted, please email the newsletter chair with your story and any relevant links and pictures. Eventually, we're planning to replace this page with a blogger account, but for now we'll use it to keep you up to date!
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