JETAA Chapter Leader Webinar Series
Supported by the Japan Foundation CGP and CLAIRThis series provides helpful information on chapter leadership to engage all officers of JET alumni chapters. Topics include information about developing membership, effective communications strategies, obtaining 501(c)(3) non-profit status, and more. Each webinar includes two or three speakers with expertise in the topic. View the webinars here!
Professional Development Webinar Series
This newly launched webinar series is intended to provide guidance and instruction to JET alumni across the country on a variety of careers and professional development topics. Topics include "How to become a Japanese teacher after JET," "How to find a career," "You’ve finished the JET Program. Now what?" and many more. Each webinar includes one to three speakers with expertise in the topic. View the webinars here!
Careers Using Japanese for JETs
The JET experience is a life-changing one, and when you return home, you may feel confused and/or stressed about the job search, specifically for jobs that allow you to use your Japanese. Join this seminar if you’re still on or already done with the JET Program, and learn some key tips about job searching.
Anne Hooghart (Shiga, 1990-1991) is an instructor, consultant, and parent of bilingual kids. Anne maintains a personal and professional focus on fostering interest in the Japanese language and culture.
School for International Training (SIT) Scholarship Info Session
Are you interested in attending graduate school? The School of International Training (SIT) Graduate Institute has partnered with the USJETAA to provide financial assistance to JET alumni interested in pursuing a graduate degree at SIT. This partnership highlights the visions and values of both organizations in integrating the power of education as a tool to promote greater understanding across cultures. Please join us to learn more about the program and the scholarship available to JET alumni.
Higher Education Careers for Jets
Interested in pursuing a career in higher education? Join USJETAA to hear JET alumni talk about their experiences working in higher education. They will share tips and advice for landing a job in the field.
Please also check out this resource handout for careers in higher education!
SPEAKERS
Ned Khatrichettri (Hyogo 2005-2010) M.A. is an internship coordinator in the College of Humanities at the University of Utah.
Marketing Your JET Experience
Are you looking for ways to market your JET experience? Prepare to be inspired. Ryan Paugh will share insights from his own personal transformation and career journey after JET. This webinar will give you the tips and tricks for marketing your JET experience and creating the life and career you’ve always imagined.
SPEAKER
Ryan Paugh (Takayama, 2006-2008) has spent the last 10+ years traveling the world as an entrepreneur, coach,
Personal Branding Crash Course
Do you want to stand out personally and professionally from the crowd? Join USJETAA and Amelia Hagen for a webinar on what personal branding is, why it’s become essential, and how participants can unpack their passions and purpose in order to create a personal brand. With the twin goals of authenticity and consistency, you will be introduced to building and communicating both online and offline, who you are, what you do, and your value, simultaneously enhancing your confidence around talking about yourself to others.
Stay Connected!
To receive news & updates please enter your info below
To become a member click here