The JET (Japan Exchange & Teaching) Programme

2026/9/9
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Applications for the 2027 JET Programme are now OPEN!

Applications for the 2027 Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Programme are now OPEN.

Application Deadline: 5PM Thursday 5 November 2026 AEDT
 
Late or incomplete applications will not be considered under any circumstances.

For programme information, eligibility requirements and details on how to apply, please visit the Embassy of Japan in Canberra - JET Programme page.

Please direct all enquiries to The JET Desk: jet@cb.mofa.go.jp


Applications for the 2027 JET Programme must be submitted online. See the Embassy of Japan in Canberra – JET Programme page for details.

About the JET Programme

About the JET Programme

The Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Programme is administered through the collaboration of Japan’s local government authorities, the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (MIC), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), and the Council of Local Authorities for International Relations (CLAIR).

Aiming primarily to promote grassroots internationalisation at the local level, the JET Programme invites university graduates from around the world, including Australia to participate in internationalisation initiatives and be involved in foreign language education at Japan’s local government offices, boards of education, elementary schools, junior high schools, and senior high schools. The JET Programme has received high acclaim both domestically and overseas for being one of the world’s largest international exchange programmes. We hope that all people involved in the JET Programme, including participants and the local people with whom they live and work, will build an international network and become successful in today’s global society.

The JET Programme has grown significantly since its start in 1987. Since then, over 80,000 people from 82 countries have participated in the Programme.

Through the international exchange activities of its participants, the JET Programme strives to make a continued contribution to the revitalisation of local communities throughout Japan.

Application Timeline

September  JET Programme applications open online.
November Application deadline
(NOTE: Applications must be submitted online directly to the Embassy of Japan in Canberra. Do not send them to the Consulate in Brisbane. Late applications will not be accepted).
December First stage of screening process. Written applications are reviewed by the Embassy of Japan in Canberra.
January - February Second stage of screening process. Successful applicants are invited to attend an interview at the Embassy or nearest Consulate
March Announcement of short-list candidate status for Early Arrivals. Notification of selection and assignment of Contracting Organisation for Early Arrivals.
Announcement of short-list candidate and alternate status.
April/May Early Arrivals arrive in Japan and start appointment
May Notification of successful participant status and assignment of Contracting Organisation for July arrivals.
May - October Notification of alternates being upgraded to short-list candidate status.
June - July Q&A Session and Pre-Departure Orientation are held for successful candidates at the Embassy or nearest Consulate.
July Arrival in Japan (appointments begin in July).

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