The Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Programme began in 1987, aiming to promote grass-roots international exchange between Japan and other nations. Over 6,700 people have taken part in the programme from Australia and New Zealand so far.
This year, many young people from Australia and New Zealand will leave for Japan at the end of July and the end of August respectively, to work as Assistant Language Teachers (ALT) or Coordinators for International Relations (CIR) in Japanese prefectures, cities, towns and villages.
The Pre-departure Orientations were held in each JET recruitment city, and we attended to give the participants some advice. Members of the JET Alumni Association (JETAA) also gave new participants helpful tips based on their experience in Japan.
We expect them to do great work, and become bridges between Australia, New Zealand and Japan!
For more information regarding the JET programme, visit http://www.jetprogramme.org/
