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Each year, we implement over 100 events to support students in their career development endeavors within or outside of Japan, and/or in their pursuit of gaining specialized knowledge through higher education. Handouts and video recordings of every guidance/workshop/event/seminar are available on the WEB Library.
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AY2023
Fall: For Students Graduating in Sep.2024 & Mar.2025
*For in-person guidance, there will be no video or material published.
| Organizer | Date & Time | Guidance Session | Movie | Handouts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| APU+ Michael Page |
10/20 (Fri) 18:00-19:00 |
Guidance from Michael Page for working in multinational firms | Watch (E) | |
| APU etc. | 10/26 (Thu) 18:00-19:00 |
Job-hunting 101 for Graduate School Students: Everything you need to know about finding employment in Japan | Watch (E) |
English1 English2 English3 |
| APU+Jport | 10/30 (Mon) 18:00-19:30 |
Job Hunting with APU Senpai - Tips and Advice from your JPort Seniors | Watch (E) |
Spring: For Students Graduating in Sep.2024 & Mar.2025
*For in-person guidance, there will be no video or material published.
| Organizer | Date & Time | Guidance Session | Classroom or Zoom Information |
Movie | Handouts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| APU etc. | 4/20(Thu) 18:00-19:30 |
【in English】Job Hunting Kick Off Guidance | Done | Watch (E) | English |
| APU etc. | 4/24(Mon) 18:00-19:30 |
【in English】Job Hunting Kick Off Guidance | Done | Watch (E) | English |
| APU etc. | 5/2(Tue) 18:00-19:30 |
【English session】 Job Hunting Kick Off Guidance for Graduate School Students |
Done | Watch (E) |
English1 English2 |
| APU+ J-Port |
5/11(Thu) 18:00-19:30 |
【English session】 Job Hunting with APU Senpai - Tips and Advice from your J-Port Seniors |
Done | Watch (E) | |
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APU+ JAC Recruitment Malaysia |
5/25(Thu) 18:00-19:30 |
【English session】 Job-Hunting Overseas Guidance (US, Canada and Malaysia) |
Done | Watch (E) | English |
| APU+ Fourth Valley Concierges |
6/22(Thu) 18:00-19:30 |
【English session】 Application form tips in English: Advice for International Students |
Done | Watch (E) | English |
| APU+ Fourth Valley Concierges |
6/27(Tue) 18:00-19:30 |
【English session】 Preparatory Class for Interviews and Group Discussion |
Done | Watch (E) | English |
○Advancement Graduate School
| Date & Time | Guidance Session | Classroom or Zoom Information |
Movie | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advancement to Graduate School | 7/21(Fri) 18:00-20:00 |
Pathways through Graduate School in Japan | Done | Watch (J) |
AY2022
Fall: For Students Graduating in Sep.2023 & Mar.2024
*For in-person guidance, there will be no video or material published.
| Organizer | Date & Time | Guidance Session | Classroom or Zoom Information |
Movie | Handouts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| APU + Fourth Valley Concierges |
11/11(Fri) 18:00-19:30 |
【in English (Online)】 Preparatory Class for Interview and Group Discussion |
Done | English | |
| JAPI | 12/6(Tue) 18:00-19:30 |
【in English (Online)】 Introduction of job-hunting websites for international students. |
Done | Watch (E) |
【Information Sessions and Other Semimars】
| Date & Time | Event title | Movie | |
|---|---|---|---|
| International Organizations |
11/16(Wed) 16:10-17:50 |
[MOFA] What it takes to work in an int'l organization |
Watch Until 17:00 on 11/30(Thu),2023 |
Spring: For Students Graduating in Sep.2023 & Mar.2024
- Guidance Sessions for All Students
- Guidance introducing required actions or activities to be undertaken before the start of selection process in March 2023.
- Guidance Sessions on Overcoming Your Weak Points
- Selection of guidance seminars aiming to develop specific skillsets.
| Organizer | Date & Time | Guidance Session | Zoom Information | Movie | Handouts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| APU etc. | 4/13(Wed) 18:00-19:30 |
Let’s start job-hunting: Kick-off guidance session (1) General registration, schedule, the impact of COVID-19, internships, the employment screening process |
Done | Watch (J) |
Japanese1 Japanese2 Japanese3 Japanese4 Japanese5 |
| APU | 4/14(Thu) 18:00-19:30 |
English session: Let’s learn about job-hunting in Japan (1): The peculiarities of job-hunting in Japan What’s a generalist? Job hunting tips for international students * RU students can also participate. |
Done | Watch (E) | English |
| APU + MyNavi |
4/18(Mon) 18:00-19:00 |
Why you should start your job search with an internship What you can learn from an internship, early job offers, how to search for companies offering internships, selection process, types of internship |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + MyNavi |
4/21(Thu) 18:00-19:30 |
Start your job search by looking for companies that offer internships Workshop: We will share screens from job search sites and you will learn how to fill them out in a hands-on manner |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Recruit |
4/25(Mon) 18:00-19:30 |
Finding your strengths and unique points (Self-analysis) Workshop: How to begin a self-analysis based on your past actions |
Done | Watch (J) |
Japanese1 Japanese2 |
| APU etc. | 5/9(Mon) 18:00-19:30 |
Let’s start job-hunting: Kick-off guidance session (2) Same content as (1) |
Done | Watch (J) |
Japanese1 Japanese2 Japanese3 Japanese4 Japanese5 |
| APU | 5/11(Wed) 18:00-19:30 |
English session: Let’s learn about job-hunting in Japan (2): The peculiarities of job-hunting in Japan Same content as (1) |
Done | Watch (E) | English |
| APU + JAPI |
5/12(Thu) 8:00-19:30 |
English session: An introduction of job listings and job-hunting sites for international students * RU students can also participate. Information geared toward international students, English websites, etc. |
Done | Watch (E) | English |
| APU + Vein Global |
5/13(Fri) 18:00-19:30 |
Japanese session: Information on job-hunting in Japan for international students * RU students can also participate. Information geared toward Japanese-basis international students |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + DISCO |
5/16(Mon) 18:00-19:30 |
Why you should analyze industries and companies: How to find the industry and company that is right for you Learning what industries there are, how to start from scratch to find an industry/company that is right for you, how to read management indicators, corporate philosophy, slogan, president's policy statement, expectations of ideal human resources; model employee image; employment conditions, etc. |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + MyNavi |
5/17(Tue) 18:00-19:00 |
What are job types? How to find the job that is right for you Explanation of job types including sales, planning, administrative staff, system engineer, and more. |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Recruit |
5/18(Wed) 18:00-19:00 |
Job-hunting 101: How to write applications and resumes Examples of application form questions, model sentences and poor examples, understanding a company's intentions for its questions, making an application form or resume unique to you, tips for statement of intent, time required for completion |
Done | Watch (J) |
Japanese1 Japanese2 |
| APU + Gakujo |
5/19(Thu) 18:00-19:30 |
How to write a statement of intent: “Your company is my first choice!” Workshop: Differences between companies, common points for your job search, the importance of providing detailed examples |
Done | Watch (J) |
Japanese1 Japanese2 |
| APU + Gakujo |
5/23(Mon) 18:00-19:30 |
How to write a self-promotion essay: “My strengths are...” Workshop: Using examples to evoke a detailed image of your strong points, how to write about your weak points |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Gakujo |
5/25(Wed) 18:00-19:30 |
Writing about the skills you learned as a student: Write passionately about what you worked hard on! Workshop: Difficulties you faced because you worked hard; thoughts and actions that led to a solution to a problem and the role you played |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Recruit |
5/26(Thu) 18:00-19:00 |
Interview tips: The importance of preparation and experience Precautions for online interviews, face-to-face interviews, group interviews, and group discussions; companies’ points of view; sample questions; good answers and bad answers; asking the interviewers questions |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + MyNavi |
5/30(Mon) 18:00-19:00 |
What is an online test? Know what it is and take the time to prepare! Types of online tests; example questions; pitfalls of online tests that you need to experience to understand; and how companies handle test results |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU | 6/1(Wed) 18:00-19:30 |
Ask the Career Office: How to leverage APU’s strengths in your job search What are the strengths of APU students? Understand the experiences that are unique to APU, how APU differs from other universities, and how APU students are viewed from outside the university; recommended ways to use the Career Office; risks of aiming for major corporations (common among many APU students); online etiquette for APU students; how to use Career+ UC |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Gakujo |
6/2(Thu) 18:00-19:30 |
Let's learn about job hunting etiquette: You may be getting points deducted without even knowing it Basic grooming, behavior, and language usage; letters, phone calls, and emails; pitfalls of online company information sessions; evaluations that start even before the interview begins |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU etc. | 6/6(Mon) 18:00-19:30 |
Using information from the four job-hunting websites to ensure an efficient job search Understanding the differences, strong areas, and recommended tools of the four major job hunting sites (Rikunabi, MyNavi, Asagaku, Career+) in one session |
Done | Watch (J) |
Japanese1 Japanese2 Japanese3 Japanese4 |
| APU + Robert Walters |
6/7(Tue) 18:00-19:30 |
English session: What it means to work for a foreign-owned company Explanation from a partner company; what it’s like to work overseas; differences in work styles between foreign-owned and Japanese companies |
Done | ||
| APU + DISCO |
6/8(Wed) 18:00-19:30 |
An introduction to industries: If you can’t narrow down potential companies, start by understanding industries Quick, broad introduction to industries and trends; single companies that appear in multiple industries |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Recruit |
6/9(Thu) 18:00-19:30 |
Online test session: There are things you can’t know about online tests until you try one Online test session |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Gakujo |
6/13(Mon) 18:00-19:00 |
Explanation of online tests: How should you prepare to get your best score? For APU students. Verbal vs. non-verbal; explanation of example questions and answers; purpose of aptitude tests and trying example questions |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Recruit |
6/15(Wed) 18:00-19:30 |
There are more than just individual interviews: Join a group discussion! Experience group work and group discussion Think about your role in the group; what is the company's point of view? |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Fourth Valley Concierges |
6/16(Thu) 8:00-19:30 |
Application form tips in English: Advice for international students Tips for filling out application forms; understanding sample questions and the intention behind them; and how to view company websites * RU students can also participate. |
Done | Watch (E) | English |
| APU + TOYO KEIZAI |
6/17(Fri) 18:00-18:50 |
Let’s learn how to use databases How to read the Toyo Keizai Digital Contents Library and Job Hunting Quarterly Reports |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Fourth Valley Concierges |
6/20(Mon) 18:00-19:30 |
Interview tips in English: Advice for international students Understanding the intention behind interview questions; how to view company websites * RU students can also participate. |
Done | Watch (E) | English |
| APU + Gakujo |
6/22(Wed) 18:00-19:30 |
Writing an application that leverages APU's strengths! Application correction workshop (with older APU students) Workshop: We will collect applications from students, show examples of corrected applications, and provide feedback |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + MyNavi |
6/23(Thu) 18:00-19:30 |
Create your own unique application! Brush up workshop Work on your application, character limit, writing that is easy for the reader to understand and imagine, writing that pulls the reader in, how to strike a chord with the reader |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Nikkei |
6/27(Mon) 18:00-19:30 |
How to read business news: How to get job hunting tips from newspaper articles The importance of understanding Nikkei Shimbun and other business news and how to leverage it for your job search |
Done | Watch (J) | |
| APU + Oita Godo News Company |
6/29(Wed) 18:00-19:30 |
Explanation of current affairs by a newspaper reporter who covered the events! Explanation of topics ,check point from Oita Godo Shimbun |
Done | ||
| APU + DISCO |
7/11(Mon) 18:00-19:00 |
Where do you want to work? Tokyo? Fukuoka? Comparing the advantages of working in Tokyo and Fukuoka. Differences in work styles, remuneration, and private life between the two cities. |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Gakujo |
7/20(Wed) 18:00-19:30 |
Job-hunting guidance session for guardians General information on job hunting; the impact of COVID-19; what kind of support guardians should give their children |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Recruit |
8/4(Thu) 13:00-15:00 |
Company tours: Take a behind-the-scenes look to get an idea of the company and the work Using webcams and company videos to understand a company and its products, the meaning of work, and an idea of the work they do |
Done |
AY2021
Fall: For Students Graduating in Sep.2022 & Mar.2023
- Fundamental Guidance
- Guidance introducing required actions or activities to be undertaken before the start of selection process
- Theme-based Guidance
- Selection of guidance seminars aiming to develop specific skillsets
- Last-minute Guidance
- 1-day intensive guidance sessions to grasp the essence of job hunting. Final check before the start of selection process
| Organizer | Date & Time | Guidance Session | Zoom Information | Movie | Handouts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| APU + ECC |
10/15(Fri) 18:00-19:30 |
Let’s learn about the airline industry: The future of the industry and preparing to apply Understanding the airline industry; industry trends; preparing to apply for jobs |
Done | ||
| APU etc. | 10/18(Mon) 18:00-19:30 |
There’s still time! Starting your job search from the fall（J） Tips for preparing for job hunting in the fall; assistance with registering for job search sites |
Done | Watch (J) |
Japanese1 Japanese2 Japanese3 Japanese4 |
| APU + Alumni |
10/19(Tue) 18:00-19:30 |
Working overseas after graduating from APU (with alumni participants) Explanation of the various ways to secure a job overseas; APU’s strengths; and the reality of and precautions for working overseas |
Done | ||
| Students with job offers + APU + Companies |
10/20(Wed) 15:00-17:00 |
Job Hunting Tryout (1): Interview feedback from corporate HR supervisors + consultations Feedback from HR supervisors on mock interviews; understanding the intent of interview questions; roundtable discussion on industry and company trends; possibility of companies approaching individuals |
Done | ||
| APU | 10/20(Wed) 10/25(Mon) 10/26(Tue) 10/27(Wed) |
Revamped On-Campus Recruiting Guidance(J) Revamped On-Campus Recruiting Guidance(E) |
Done |
Watch (J) Watch (J) Watch (E) |
Japanese English |
| APU + JAPI |
10/21(Thu) 18:00-19:30 |
Let’s learn about job hunting in Japan in English: Starting your job search from the fall（E） Why is job hunting in Japan is so different? What is a “generalist”? Tips from international students on job hunting in Japan |
Done | Watch (E) | English |
| APU + Recruit |
10/25(Mon) 18:00-19:30 |
Online test session: There are things you can’t know about online tests until you try one Online test session |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + en-courage |
10/26(Tue) 18:00-19:30 |
Mock internship for students who could not join a summer internship Session for students who could not join a summer internship; providing an idea of the work involved in an internship |
Done | Watch (J) | |
| APU + MyNavi |
10/27(Wed) 18:00-19:30 |
Creating a plan for what to do until the employment screening process starts in March 2022 When and what to do before the start of the employment screening process; tips for making a plan; planning for application forms, interviews, and written tests and preparation (e.g., suits, travel expenses, funds) |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + MyNavi |
10/28(Thu) 18:00-19:30 |
Preparing for fall and winter internships What you can learn from an internship, early job offers, how to search for companies offering internships, selection process, types of internship |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Recruit |
11/1(Mon) 18:00-19:30 |
Finding your strengths and unique points (Self-analysis) How to begin a self-analysis based on your past actions, how much time it will take |
Done | Watch (J) |
Japanese1 Japanese2 |
| APU + Recruit |
11/2(Tue) 18:00-19:30 |
What’s an industry? Narrowing down or expanding the companies you should consider Learning what industries there are, how to start from scratch to find an industry/company that suits you |
Done | Watch (J) |
Japanese1 Japanese2 |
| APU + Gakujo |
11/4(Thu) 18:00-19:30 |
Explanation of online tests: How should you prepare to get your best score? For APU students. Verbal vs. non-verbal; example questions and answers with explanation; purpose of aptitude tests and trying example questions |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + BizReach |
11/9(Tue) 18:00-19:30 |
Visiting alumni: How to locate alumni, tools, and etiquette How to use BizReach Campus; tools and etiquette for locating other alumni |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| Students with job offers + APU + Companies |
11/10(Wed) 15:00-17:00 |
Job Hunting Tryout (2): Interview feedback from corporate HR supervisors +consultations Feedback from HR supervisors on mock interviews; understanding the intent of interview questions; roundtable discussion on industry and company trends; possibility of companies approaching individuals |
Done | ||
| APU etc. | 11/11(Thu) 18:00-19:30 |
Don’t limit yourself to one company! Learning to use the four major job-hunting sites Understanding the differences, strong areas, and recommended tools of the four major job-hunting sites (Rikunabi, MyNavi, Asagaku, Career+) in one go |
Done | Watch (J) |
Japanese1 Japanese2 Japanese3 Japanese4 |
| APU | 11/15(Mon) 18:00-19:30 |
Ask the Career Office: How to leverage APU’s strengths in your job search What are the strengths of APU students? Understand the experiences that are unique to APU, how APU differs from other universities, and how APU students are viewed from outside the university; recommended ways to use the Career Office; risks of aiming for major corporations (common among many APU students); online etiquette for APU students; how to use Career+ UC |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU etc. | 11/16(Tue) 16:30-20:00 |
[Important!! The event has been changed from online to in-person] Creating thinking session Learn how to practice problem-solving using Dentsu events, workshops, and creative thinking |
Done | ||
| APU + MyNavi |
11/18(Thu) 18:00-19:30 |
How to write application forms and resumes from scratch Examples of application form questions, model sentences and poor examples, understanding a company's intentions for its questions, making an application form or resume your own, tips for writing your statement of intent, time required for completion |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Fourth Valley Concierges |
11/19(Fri) 18:00-19:30 |
Application form tips in English（E） Explanation in English of tips for filling out application forms; understanding sample questions and the intention behind questions; and how to view company websites |
Done | Watch (E) | English |
| APU + Fourth Valley Concierges |
11/22(Mon) 18:00-19:30 |
Interview and online test tips in English（E） Explanation in English of tips for filling out application forms; preparing for written and other tests; understanding sample questions and the intention behind questions; how to view company websites; and tips for online tests |
Done |
Watch (E)
|
English |
| APU + Recruit |
11/24(Wed) 18:00-19:30 |
Interview tips: The importance of preparation and experience Precautions for online interviews, face-to-face interviews, group interviews, and group discussions; companies’ points of view; sample questions; good answers and bad answers; asking the interviewers questions |
Done | Watch (J) |
Japanese1 Japanese2 |
| APU + Recruit |
11/25(Thu) 18:00-19:30 |
What is an online test? Know what it is and take the time to prepare! Types of online tests; example questions; pitfalls of online tests that you need to experience to understand; and how companies handle test results |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU etc. | 11/29(Mon) 18:00-19:30 |
Let's participate in a job-hunting roundtable discussion: Solving the problems you may be encountering in your job search Representatives from four job-hunting websites will answer questions about job hunting in general |
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| APU + Recruit |
11/30(Tue) 18:00-19:30 |
Let's learn about job hunting etiquette: You may be getting points deducted without even knowing it Basic grooming, behavior, and language usage; letters, phone calls, and emails; pitfalls of online company information sessions; evaluations that start even before the interview begins |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Funai Soken |
12/1(Wed) 16:30-18:00 |
The Attractiveness of Management Consulting Industry – A Talk by Senpai A current Top consultant will speak out about the industry by discussing, among others, actual client cases. Take this opportunity to learn about the consulting job and grasp every point about consulting industry in a short period of time. |
Done | ||
| APU + Chori |
12/2(Thu) 18:00-19:30 |
What it means to work for a specialized trading company: Appealing features and rewards Find out what it's like to work for a specialized trading company and why it's so rewarding. Ask your questions directly to HR representatives at this roundtable discussion! |
Done | ||
| APU + DISCO |
12/6(Mon) 18:00-19:30 |
Know how to read a company website: How to find a company's policy direction and passion What you can learn from a company's website; how to read management indicators; items you must check (corporate philosophy, slogan, president's policy statement, expectations of ideal human resources; model employee image; employment conditions, etc.) |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + DISCO |
12/7(Tue) 18:00-19:30 |
Introduction to industries: Are you researching jobs without knowing what industries are out there? Broad introduction to industries and trends; single companies that appears in multiple industries |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Nikkei |
12/8(Wed) 18:00-19:30 |
How to read business news: How to get job hunting tips from newspaper articles The importance of business news and how to leverage it for your job search |
Done | Watch (J) | |
| APU + MyNavi |
12/9(Thu) 18:00-19:30 |
Create your own unique application! Brush up workshop Work on your application, character limit, writing that is easy for the reader to understand and imagine, writing that pulls the reader in, how to strike a chord with the reader |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + MyNavi |
12/14(Tue) 18:00-19:30 |
How to identify companies: Are the wages and conditions really okay? Wages and allowances, premiums and related expenses, taxes, social insurance, conditions, benefits, facilities, working hours, overtime, harassment (including during the employment screening process) |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Oita Godo |
12/15(Wed) 18:00-19:30 |
Explanation of current affairs by a newspaper reporter who covered the events! Three questions on each theme (Tokyo Olympics, etc.) |
Done | Watch (J) | |
| APU + Gakujo |
12/16(Thu) 18:00-19:30 |
Writing an application that leverages APU's strengths! Application correction workshop (with older APU students) Work on your application, character limit, writing that is easy for the reader to understand and imagine, writing that pulls the reader in, how to strike a chord with the reader |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Recruit |
12/22(Wed) 13:00-15:00 |
Company tours: Take a behind-the-scenes look to get an idea of the company and the work A must for job hunters who couldn't participate in a summer internship! Understanding a company and its products; the meaning of work; getting an idea of the work |
Done | ||
| APU + Recruit |
1/12(Wed) 18:00-19:30 |
There are more than just individual interviews: Join a group discussion! Experience group work and group discussion Think about your role in the group; what is the company's point of view? |
Done | Japanese | |
| APU + Gakujo |
1/13(Thu) 18:00-19:30 |
【Cancell】Make-up and clothing for the job search: There is more you need to do than applications, interviews, and online tests! Clothing, makeup, etc. (including examples from students in the Kanto and Kansai regions); dealing with sexual harassment; how to present your job-hunting style |
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| APU + Recruit |
2/8(Tue) 18:00-19:30 |
If you are graduating in 2023, learn how to use job information! If you are a student graduating in 2023, find out how to get job information and see what you can do in order to not stress out on the starting day of the selection. |
Done | Watch (J) |
Japanese1 Japanese2 Japanese3 Japanese4 |
| APU etc. | 2/15(Tue) 10:00-17:00 |
Pre-selection guidance session Final confirmation of job-hunting preparations, self-analysis, industry and company research, application tips, interview tips, online test tips, etiquette |
Done |
Watch (J)1 Watch (J)2 Watch (J)3 Watch (J)4 Watch (J)5 Watch (J)6 |
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| APU + Accenture |
2/22(Tue) 18:00-19:30 |
Working Overseas: English Resume writing Workshop for Foreign-affiliated Companies Introduction of Accenture and the Philippines; the works of the employees and office atmosphere; resume workshop; recruitment process; Q&A |
Done | ||
| APU etc. | 2/28(Mon) 18:00-19:30 |
Worries about job hunting in Japan due to Covid-19 Is the number of jobs available going to decrease?; Is it going to be more difficult to receive a job offer?; I don't understand how to do job hunting online (internships, exchanges with alumni, interview, etc.); How is the recruitment changing due to Covid-19? (online, early job offers, etc.) |
Done | Watch (J) |
Japanese1 Japanese2 |
【Information Sessions and Other Semimars】
| Date & Time | Event title | Movie | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Organizations |
10/29(Fri) 18:00-19:40 |
Online Career Session What it takes to work at an International Organization |
Special Lecture 00:00～ Alumni’s Speech 48:00～ |
Watch Until 12:00 on 3/31(Fri),2023 |
| International Organizations |
11/4(Thu) 16:30-17:50 |
"International Organizations" Their Significance and Challenges in the 21st Century |
Watch Until 12:00 on 3/31(Fri),2023 ※Some parts of the audio may be cut off. |
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Spring: For Students Graduating in Sep.2022 & Mar.2023
Schedule & Information
| Organizer | Date & Time | Guidance | Zoom Information | Movie | Handouts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| APU etc. | 4/21(Wed) 18:00-19:30 |
Kick-off Career Guidance ① (by Rikunabi・Mynavi・Gakujou・DISCO) |
Done | Watch (J) |
Japanese1 Japanese2 Japanese3 Japanese4 Japanese5 Japanese6 Japanese7 Japanese8 Japanese9 |
| APU + MyNavi |
4/22(Thu) 18:00-19:00 |
Internship Guidance Seminar for Starters ① (by Mynavi) |
Done | Watch (J) |
Japanese1 Japanese2 |
| APU + JAPI |
4/23(Fri) 18:00-19:30 |
Kick-off Career Guidance for International Students ① (by JAPI) |
Done | Watch (E) | English |
| APU + MyNavi |
4/27(Tue) 18:00-19:00 |
Internship Screening Preparation Seminar ① (by Mynavi) |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + JAPI |
5/11(Tue) 18:00-19:30 |
Kick-off Career Guidance for International Students ② (by JAPI) |
Done | Watch (E) | English |
| APU etc. | 5/12(Wed) 18:00-19:30 |
Kick-off Career Guidance ② (by Rikunabi・Mynavi・Gakujou・DISCO) |
Done | Watch (J) |
Japanese1 Japanese2 Japanese3 Japanese4 Japanese5 Japanese6 Japanese7 Japanese8 Japanese9 |
| APU + MyNavi |
5/13(Thu) 18:00-19:00 |
Internship Guidance Seminar for Starters ② (by Mynavi) |
Done | Watch (J) |
Japanese1 Japanese2 |
| APU + MyNavi |
5/14(Fri) 18:00-19:00 |
Written Examination Preparation Seminar (by Mynavi) |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Rikunabi |
5/25(Tue) 18:00-19:00 |
Internship Guidance – Looking for Opportunities and Writing Application Documents Part ① (by Rikunabi) |
Done | Watch (J) |
Japanese1 Japanese2 |
| APU + MyNavi |
5/27(Thu) 18:00-19:00 |
Internship Screening Preparation Seminar ② (by Mynavi) |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Rikunabi |
6/7(Mon) 18:00-19:00 |
Career Guidance – How to Use Job Information Websites (by Rikunabi) |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + MyNavi |
6/8(Tue) 18:00-19:00 |
Career Guidance – How to Use Job Information Websites (by Mynavi) |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Gakujo |
6/9(Wed) 18:00-19:00 |
Career Guidance – How to Use Job Information Websites (by Gakujou) |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + DISCO |
6/10(Thu) 18:00-19:00 |
Career Guidance – How to Use Job Information Websites (by DISCO) |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + MyNavi |
6/14(Mon) 18:00-19:00 |
Self-assessment Seminar (by Mynavi) |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + MyNavi |
6/15(Tue) 18:00-19:00 |
Industry/Company Research Seminar (by Mynavi) |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + DISCO |
6/16(Wed) 18:00-19:30 |
Comprehensive Introduction of Industries ① (by DISCO) |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Rikunabi |
6/17(Thu) 18:00-19:00 |
Internship Guidance – Looking for Opportunities and Writing Application Documents Part ② (by Rikunabi) |
Done | Watch (J) |
Japanese1 Japanese2 |
| APU + Rikunabi |
6/22(Tue) 18:00-19:00 |
ES Writing Seminar (by Rikunabi) |
Done | Watch (J) |
Japanese1 Japanese2 |
| APU + NIKKEI |
6/23(Wed) 18:00-19:30 |
Career Guidance – Utilizing Nikkei for Your Job Hunt ① (by NIKKEI) |
Done | Watch (J) | |
| APU + MyNavi |
6/24(Thu) 18:00-19:00 |
Online Screening Preparation Seminar (by Mynavi) |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Rikunabi |
6/29(Tue) 18:00-19:00 |
Interview Preparation Seminar (by Rikunabi) |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Rikunabi |
6/30(Wed) 18:00-19:00 |
Comprehensive WEB Test/Aptitude Test Practice Session ① (by Rikunabi) |
Done | ||
| APU + MyNavi |
7/1(Thu) 18:00-19:00 |
Business Etiquettes for Job Hunting Seminar (by Mynavi) |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + DISCO |
7/6(Tue) 18:00-19:30 |
Comprehensive Introduction of Industries ② (by DISCO) |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Rikunabi |
7/7(Wed) 18:00-19:00 |
Company Research and Interpretation for Internships Seminar (by Rikunabi) |
Done | Watch (J) |
Japanese1 Japanese2 |
| APU + OITA-press |
7/8(Thu) 18:00-19:00 |
Career Guidance – Understanding current events and trending news for job hunting (by OITA-press) |
Done | Watch (J) |
Japanese1 Japanese2 Japanese3 |
| APU + NIKKEI |
7/13(Tue) 18:00-19:30 |
Career Guidance – Utilizing Nikkei for Your Job Hunt ② (by NIKKEI) |
Done | Watch (J) | |
| APU + Gakujo |
7/14(Wed) 18:00-19:30 |
Career Guidance for Parents/Guardians (by Gakujou) |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Plusem |
7/15(Thu) 18:00-19:00 |
【Cancell】Where to work? Tokyo or Fukuoka – Comparing the 2 places (by Plusem) |
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| APU etc. | 8/6(Fri) 15:00-17:00 |
SDG Initiatives from Leading Companies | Done |
AY2020
The On-Campus Recruiting ＆ Special Hiring Program Guidance
Fall: For Students Graduating in Sep.2021 & Mar.2022
Purpose of Guidance Sessions
| APU+Rikunabi | The Career Office is collaborating with Rikunavi to support students in preparing for job hunting and internships on top of encouraging them to undertake early actions for a better preparation and readiness. |
|---|---|
| APU+Mynavi | The Career Office has partnered with Mynabi to bring a series of guidance seminar to help students to strengthen their ES writing skills for Fall/Winter internships and improve their competencies for the selection process. |
| APU+NIKKEI | The main purpose is to train job seekers to conduct company research efficiently, utilizing the Nikkei Newspaper. |
| APU+Company | This session will cover the main points in choosing industry/ companies and will assist you in creating a broader vision for your job hunting. |
Schedule & Information
| Organizer | Date & Time | Guidance | Zoom Information | Movie | Handouts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| APU + MyNavi |
10/5(Mon) 18:00-19:00 |
Career Guidance for Fall semester① (APU+Mynavi) Projections of job-hunting activities for students graduating in September 2021 and March 2022, along with ways to find internship opportunities will be covered in this session. The same content is covered in ①,② and ③, please attend whichever session that fits better in your schedule. |
Done | Watch (J) |
Japanese1 Japanese2 |
| APU + Rikunabi |
10/7(Wed) 16:30-17:30 |
Career Guidance for Fall semester① (APU+Rikunabi) Get all of the information you need ranging from how to start job-hunting activities through the recent market conditions caused by COVID-19. The same content is covered in ①,② and ③, please attend whichever session that fits better in your schedule. |
Done | Watch (J) |
Japanese1 Japanese2 |
| APU + MyNavi |
10/7(Wed) 18:00-19:00 |
Fall/Winter Internship Guidance Session ① Points to be covered include merits of participating in an internship, different ways to participate in one, examples of online internships and points of caution. The same content is covered in ① and ②, please attend whichever session that fits better in your schedule. |
Done | Watch (J) |
Japanese1 Japanese2 |
| APU + MyNavi |
10/8(Thu) 18:00-19:00 |
Fall/Winter Internship Guidance Session ② Points to be covered include merits of participating in an internship, different ways to participate in one, examples of online internships and points of caution. The same content is covered in ① and ②, please attend whichever session that fits better in your schedule |
Done | Watch (J) |
Japanese1 Japanese2 |
| APU + Rikunabi |
10/14(Wed) 16:30-17:30 |
Aptitude Test ① Points to be covered include “what is SPI?”, “what companies look for with such tests?”, your own characteristics and advices on finding suitable jobs and companies. The same content is covered in ①,②and ③, please attend whichever session that fits better in your schedule. |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Rikunabi |
10/15(Thu) 18:00-19:00 |
Aptitude Test ② Points to be covered include “what is SPI?”, “what companies look for with such tests?”, your own characteristics and advices on finding suitable jobs and companies. The same content is covered in ①,②and ③, please attend whichever session that fits better in your schedule. |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Rikunabi |
10/19(Mon) 18:00-19:00 |
Aptitude Test ③ Points to be covered include “what is SPI?”, “what companies look for with such tests?”, your own characteristics and advices on finding suitable jobs and companies. The same content is covered in ①,②and ③, please attend whichever session that fits better in your schedule. |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Rikunabi |
10/22(Thu) 18:00-19:00 |
Industry/Company Research Seminar This session will cover the main points in choosing industry/ companies and will assist you in creating a broader vision for your job hunting. |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Rikunabi |
10/27(Tue) 18:00-19:30 |
SPI Comprehensive Test Preparation Course ① In this session, take the opportunity to assess your current ability through a practice test and think about your next steps. The same content is covered in ①,② and ③, please attend whichever session that fits better in your schedule. |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Rikunabi |
10/28(Wed) 16:30-18:00 |
SPI Comprehensive Test Preparation Course ② In this session, take the opportunity to assess your current ability through a practice test and think about your next steps. The same content is covered in ①,② and ③, please attend whichever session that fits better in your schedule. |
Done | Japanese | |
| APU + Rikunabi |
10/29(Thu) 18:00-19:30 |
SPI Comprehensive Test Preparation Course ③ In this session, take the opportunity to assess your current ability through a practice test and think about your next steps. The same content is covered in ①,② and ③, please attend whichever session that fits better in your schedule. |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU <English> |
11/2(Mon) 18:00-19:00 |
Career Guidance for Fall semester (English)① The Career Office will be holding a webinar in English to explain important points which were covered in the Kick-off Job Hunting Guidance we had in early October. |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + MyNavi |
11/4(Wed) 18:00-19:00 |
ES Writing Workshop – Self-PR Part We will discuss the difference between ES and Rirekisho, points being evaluated in ES and proper ways to compose your Self-PR statement in this session. |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Rikunabi |
11/5(Thu) 18:00-19:00 |
ES Writing Seminar Points to be covered include industry research and Open ES. We will also examine your senpai’s examples to learn about the crucial points on job hunting. |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Rikunabi |
11/10(Tue) 18:00-19:00 |
Career Guidance for Fall semester② (APU+Rikunabi) Get all of the information you need ranging from how to start job-hunting activities through the recent market conditions caused by COVID-19. The same content is covered in ①,② and ③, please attend whichever session that fits better in your schedule. |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + MyNavi |
11/11(Wed) 18:00-19:00 |
Career Guidance for Fall semester② (APU+Mynavi) Projections of job-hunting activities for students graduating in September 2021 and March 2022, along with ways to find internship opportunities will be covered in this session. The same content is covered in ①,② and ③, please attend whichever session that fits better in your schedule. |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + MyNavi |
11/18(Wed) 18:00-19:00 |
ES Writing Workshop – Statement of Purpose Part In this session, we will examine the reasoning behind interviewers’ questions to understand what they wish to see/hear, the tactics of company research and provide you tips on writing your Statement of Purpose. |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Rikunabi |
11/19(Thu) 18:00-19:00 |
Online Interview Seminar Participate in this session to learn how to prepare for an online interview, and get all the advices you need. |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + NIKKEI |
11/24(Tue) 18:00-19:30 |
NIKKEI Career Seminar① Smart and easy way to read the Nikkei Newspaper. |
Done | Watch (J) | |
| APU + JAPI <English> |
11/25(Wed) 16:30-18:00 |
Career Guidance for Fall semester (English)② Get all of the information you need ranging from how to start job-hunting activities through the recent market conditions caused by COVID-19. |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Company |
11/26(Thu) 18:00-19:30 (TBD) |
Career Guidance (General Trading Industry) Predicting the future of General Trading Industry, Exchange meeting with APU graduates. |
Done | ||
| APU + MyNavi |
12/2(Wed) 18:00-19:00 |
Online Screening Preparation Workshop ① We will compare the different types of online interviews (including group interviews and mock interviews on Zoom), and provide you some advices to tackle the situation. The same content is covered in ① and ②, please attend whichever session that fits better in your schedule. |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Rikunabi |
12/3(Thu) 18:00-19:00 |
Career Guidance for Fall semester③ (APU+Rikunabi) Get all of the information you need ranging from how to start job-hunting activities through the recent market conditions caused by COVID-19. The same content is covered in ①,② and ③, please attend whichever session that fits better in your schedule. |
Done | Watch (J) |
Japanese1 Japanese2 |
| APU + MyNavi |
12/9(Wed) 18:00-19:00 |
Career Guidance for Fall semester③ (APU+Mynavi) Projections of job-hunting activities for students graduating in September 2021 and March 2022, along with ways to find internship opportunities will be covered in this session. The same content is covered in ①,② and ③, please attend whichever session that fits better in your schedule. |
Done | Japanese | |
| APU + NIKKEI |
12/14(Mon) 18:00-19:30 |
NIKKEI Career Seminar② How best to conduct company research utilizing Nikkei Newspaper. |
Done | Watch (J) | |
| APU + Company |
12/15(Tue) 18:00-19:30 |
Career Guidance (Specialized Trading Industry) Predicting the future of Specialized Trading Industry |
Done | ||
| APU + Rikunabi |
12/17(Thu) 18:00-19:00 |
Career Guidance – Make-up Session A session for students who were not proactive in preparing for their job hunting to catch up and start their job-hunting activities. |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + MyNavi |
1/12(Tue) 18:00-19:00 |
Online Screening Preparation Workshop ② We will compare the different types of online interviews (including group interviews and mock interviews on Zoom), and provide you some advices to tackle the situation. The same content is covered in ① and ②, please attend whichever session that fits better in your schedule. |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + MyNavi |
2/8(Mon) 17:00-18:00 |
Last-minute Tips before Selection Process! ES Writing by Mynavi Self-PR part |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + MyNavi |
2/8(Mon) 18:00-19:00 |
Last-minute Tips before Selection Process! ES Writing by Mynavi Statement of Purpose Part |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + MyNavi |
2/9(Tue) 18:00-19:00 |
Last-minute Tips before Selection Process! Interview Skills (by Mynavi) In-person? Online? Participate to find out how to prepare for an interview |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Rikunabi |
2/10(Wed) 18:00-19:30 |
Airline Industry Online Seminar (ANA Fukuoka Airport Co., LTD +Rikunabi) The speakers will provide an unobstructed view on the future of the airline industry and business operations, along with discussing the company’s operations. (Target audience: students in their 1st/2nd year) |
Done | Japanese | |
| APU + MyNavi |
2/17(Wed) 18:00-19:00 |
Career Guidance – Concluding Session Participate in this session to get last minutes advices and tips on how to plan your actions for March onwards, and know the 3 things you must do at the very least. |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Rikunabi |
2/18(Thu) 18:00-19:00 |
Last-minute Tips before Selection Process! ES Writing Understanding Intentions behind Questions |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Rikunabi |
2/19(Fri) 18:00-19:00 |
Last-minute Tips before Selection Process! Interview Skills Preparation for Interviews |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + Rikunabi |
2/26(Fri) 18:00-19:00 |
Last-minute Tips before Selection Process! Succeeding SPI Test Review of the ABC! |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU + JAPI <English> |
3/4(Thu) 18:00-19:30 |
Career Guidance for International Students – Make-up Session (English) This is a make-up session about job hunting, participate to learn what you need to do and plan to get ready as the recruitment period will start soon. |
Done | Watch (J) | Japanese |
| APU etc. | 3/11(Thu) 18:00-19:30 |
Job Hunting Group Discussion A gathering to discuss and share information about job hunting |
Done | ||
| APU + DISCO |
3/23(Tue) 18:00-19:30 |
Industry Introduction Seminar (by DISCO) Introducing 21industries out of 33 existing ones |
Done | Watch (J) |
Japanese1 Japanese2 |
Spring
| No. | Date | Title | For | Movie | Handouts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ― | ①就活を始める前に… (J) | Students Graduating in Sep.2021 & Mar.2022 |
Watch (J) | Japanese |
| 2 | ― | ②Job hunting traps APU students should avoid (E) | Students Graduating in Sep.2021 & Mar.2022 |
Watch (J) |
Japanese English |
| 3 | ― | ③Job Hunting in Japan Starts Here Guidance (E) | Students Graduating in Sep.2021 & Mar.2022 |
Watch (J) |
Japanese English |
| 4 | ― | 就活サイト 登録の流れ（J） | Students Graduating in Sep.2021 & Mar.2022 |
Watch (J) | ― |
| 5 | 6/8 | コロナ危機下の就活対策～完全版～マイナビ編（J） | Students Graduating in Sep.2021 & Mar.2022 |
Watch (J) | Japanese |
| 6 | 6/10 | コロナ危機下の就活対策～完全版～リクナビ編（J） | Students Graduating in Sep.2021 & Mar.2022 |
Watch (J) | Japanese |
| 7 | 6/11 | Kick-off Career Planning Guidance ～Don't Let COVID-19 Stop You～ |
Students Graduating in Sep.2021 & Mar.2022 |
- | English |
| 8 | 6/17 | Job Hunting Strategy - Analysis of Impacts on Industry - | Students Graduating in Sep.2021 & Mar.2022 |
- |
Japanese1 Japanese2 |
| 9 | 6/18 | Tips on How to Write an Entry Sheet ～From self-analysis to self-promotion～ |
Students Graduating in Sep.2021 & Mar.2022 |
Watch (J) | Japanese |
| 10 | 6/19 | Tips on How to Write an Entry Sheet ～From industry research to creating a reason for application～ |
Students Graduating in Sep.2021 & Mar.2022 |
Watch (J) |
Japanese1 Japanese2 |
| 11 | 6/26 | Job Hunting Strategies Amid the Covid-19 Crisis ～tackling online interviews～ |
Students Graduating in Sep.2021 & Mar.2022 |
Watch (J) | Japanese |
