JET Programme
1. Brief History of the Programme for Britons
The original Japanese Government English Teaching Recruitment Programme was implemented in 1978 and in this year, 22 British Graduates were recruited to teach English in Japan.
In 2004, over 450 British graduates were recruited to teach and work under the auspices of the Japanese government.The scheme became known in 1987 as the Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Programme as it grew to include graduates from other countries. Today the Programme is offered in 41 countries, and as of 2004, there are over 6000 participants.
As well as intensifying foreign language education in Japan, the JET Programme seeks to promote mutual understanding between Japan and other countries and by promoting international exchange at local levels, to foster international perspectives inside Japan.
The Programme is conducted under the co-sponsorship of the Japanese Ministries of Foreign Affairs, Education, and Home Affairs in conjunction with local government and with the co-operation of the governments of the countries from which the participants are recruited.
In the UK, there are two types of position offered. One may apply for either of the two position types but not for both.
1. Brief History | 2. Co-ordinator for International Relations | 3. Assistant Language Teacher | 4. Eligibility Criteria | 5. Recruitment | 6. JET Alumni