How to find Alumni
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By listening to firsthand experiences from employees working at companies, you can understand the reality of the job and form a clearer image. To reduce the gap after joining a company, proactively conduct OB/OG visits and use them to make convincing career choices.
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1. Search via BizReach Campus
How to find alumni on BizReach Campus
BizReach Campus is an APU official alumni visit platform. It includes alumni who have voluntarily registered themselves, “company‑approved” alumni whose profiles are authorized by their employers, and even job-offered students currently enrolled at APU.
. It is suitable for finding alumni working in Japanese companies.
*Available only in Japanese.
How to find alumni on BizReach Campus
Search, request, message, and meet with alumni—all within the app, no contact sharing needed.
- Step1Search
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- Step2Request
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- Step3Schedule
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- Step4Visit
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2. Search on LinkedIn
The APU alumni association is expanding its use of LinkedIn as a new database. By registering on LinkedIn, you can connect with APU alumni around the world. It is useful for finding alumni working for overseas companies or globally.
How to find alumni on LinkedIn
After creating a LinkedIn account, you can use the “Alumni” section on the official Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University page to filter users by company and location.
Connections are categorized into three levels—1st-degree (direct connections), 2nd-degree (connections of your connections), and 3rd-degree (connections of 2nd-degree contacts). Only up to 3rd-degree connections are visible, so the more connections you build, the more people you can connect with around the world.
As LinkedIn is a business-oriented social networking platform, it is important to carefully develop your profile and build your personal brand.
3.Search on Caritas UC
- ① Search through "OB/OG Information"
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Depending on the company, OB/OG (alumni) information may be provided under the “OB/OG” section on the company page.
If the “Accepting OB/OG Visit Requests” button is displayed, you can request a visit through Caritas UC.
If the button is not shown, please contact the company’s recruitment office to ask whether a visit is possible.
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- ② Search through Experiences
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Some seniors who have already received job offers publish their job-hunting experiences and contact information for each company (* in some cases). They may accept requests for alumni visits from juniors.
Please check Caritas UC for available experiences.Please note that this information reflects the situation at the time of the job offer, so the individual may not have joined the company, may have left after graduation, or may no longer be reachable.
Use Caritas UC mainly to check recruitment records, and confirm details directly with the company if needed.- * predates the introduction of BizReach Campus, it is limited to information on graduates up to the 2023 academic year.
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4. Others
- Ask someone working at a company to introduce you
- Search through family, relatives, or personal connections
- Ask seniors from your faculty, club, or circle
- * You can also use external OB/OG visit services. When registering, make sure to check each site’s privacy policy and personal data usage, and use them cautiously while understanding the risks.
Notes for Alumni Visits
Please observe proper etiquette and be respectful of alumni who take time to meet with you.
- ① Handling of Personal Information
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Alumni information is shared only with APU students and with the individual’s consent.
Do not share any information obtained during visits with others—including on social media—without permission.
- ② Show Appreciation
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Be grateful for the valuable time given by busy professionals.
Act respectfully at all times.
Send a thank-you email promptly after the visit, and it is also courteous to follow up after receiving a job offer.
- ③ Be Punctual
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Be on time—no exceptions.
If you are unwell or have an emergency, inform the alum immediately.
Last-minute cancellations are unacceptable.
Your behavior affects not only your own credibility but also that of other APU students.
- ④ Seek Support When Needed
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If you experience any concerns or issues—such as unrelated solicitations, possible harassment, or misunderstandings—do not handle it alone. Contact the university immediately.
