Aspiring JETs

Want to know more before hitting “submit” on your JET Program application?

Ask questions, learn more and get prepared for your JET experience.


JET Info Sessions

Office Hours

USJETAA and JETAA USA are co-hosting four free, drop-in virtual Office Hours for aspiring JETs in October. These sessions provide the opportunity to chat with JET alumni to hear their perspectives and experiences, and ask questions about the JET experience, the application process and timeline and get customized guidance. We also typically have a JET Program Coordinator join us to answer technical questions about the application and departure process.

The 2025 sessions will be held on October 8, 15, 22, and 29 from 7–8 pm ET.

Click the link below to register for one or all of the sessions!

JET Program Coordinators and a panel of alumni share their experiences and answer your questions about the JET Program. Whether you're actively considering applying or just exploring your options, this 90-minute session is designed to provide you with the personal insight and practical guidance to take the next step.

The next virtual info session will be on Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 8pm ET.

*We invite any JET alumni who are interested in sharing their experiences to apply to be a panelist for these sessions. It’s a wonderful way to give back to the community and help guide the next generation of JET participants. If you’re interested in being a panelist, please submit your information here.


Resources to Help You Prepare for JET

Visit the official JET Program website for US citizens to learn about the application process, recruiting events, read FAQs, and learn more about the JET Program itself.

View past presentations and discussions to gain valuable insights about what it’s really like to live in Japan, be on the JET Program and how to prepare yourself for the experience.