FOREIGNER

Overseas Seminars

Support Project of Acceptance of Foreign Human Resources with Specified Skills in the Manufacturing Industry commissioned by Ministry of Economy, Trade and IndustrySpecific Skills Seminar for Working in Japanese Manufacturing Industry

Target audience

Non-Japanese nationals who wish to work in Japan under the status of residence “Specified Skills”

Seminar Outline

“Specified Skills” is a status of residence for accepting overseas workers with certain specializations and skills, which was created to address Japan’s labor shortage.

This seminar will present basic information about the system, the latest work categories and industry types covered by it, and an overview of the skills evaluation test.

We look forward to the active participation of those who are considering working in Japan.

Date/Time Method Capacity Participation Fee
Monday, 25th November 2024
14:00-15:30 (Philippines time)
Online Seminar (Webex)
(streamed from Japan)
200 persons
(Application will be closed when the capacity is reached)
Free

Program(Scheduled; all lectures available in English)

Time (Local time) Schedule Speaker
14:00~14:05
(5 mins)
Introduction Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry
14:05~14:55
(50 mins)
Explanation of system Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry
14:55~15:10
(15 mins)
Presentation of example cases by companies that accept Specified Skilled Workers Video
15:10~15:15
(5 mins)
Introduction of assistance service AOTS
15:15~15:30
(15 mins)
Q&A, filling out questionnaire Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, others
  • Questions will be solicited when participants apply for the seminar and answered during the Q&A period. Questions will not be accepted while the seminar is in progress. Thank you in advance for your understanding.

Application Process

  • Application will be closed when the capacity is reached, so it is recommended that you apply as soon as possible.
  • If you have not received an email invite two business days before the date of the seminar, or if you wish to inquire about a modification or cancelation, please get in touch using the contact information indicated below (info-sswm-ht@aots.jp).
  • Display the application form

    Display the form with “Apply” on the seminar page.

  • Fill out and send the application form

    Fill out each item in the application form and send it.

  • Receive application confirmation email

    An application confirmation email will be sent to the email address you entered.

  • Receive email invite

    An email invite will be sent to the email address you entered at least two business days before the event.

  • Day of the seminar

    View the seminar using the URL or ID and password indicated in the email invite.

  • After consulting the email invite, install the application to be used and test your connection.
  • If you are unable to install the application for security reasons, it is also possible to view the seminar in a browser (Google Chrome is recommended).
  • The email invite will be sent from info-sswm-ht@aots.jp.
  • In the event that you do not receive an email invite at least two business days before the seminar, contact the email address above.

Application

Viewing the Seminar

Systems to be used
  • Viewing the seminar: Cisco’s Webex will be used
  • Distributed documents: to be downloaded using a file transmission system
For a smooth viewing experience
  • Check your Internet speed (30 Mbps or more is recommended.)

    Information will be provided in the email invite.

  • Install Webex and test your connection

    Information will be provided in the email invite.

  • With regards to downloading documents
    • Information will be provided in the email invite.
    • Screen projection will be used during the seminar, but depending on your viewing environment, documents may be difficult to see.We therefore recommend downloading them in advance.
On the day of the seminar
  • Please enter the room early on the day of the seminar.

    It will be possible to enter the room in Webex 30 minutes before the start of the seminar. Attendees who are uncertain about using the platform should access it early.

  • If you have questions after the seminar, feel free to ask them via the assistance service indicated at the bottom of the flyer.
  • Details will be provided in the email invite (sent at least two business days before the seminar).

Contact

About the organization and running of the seminar

Name
The Association for Overseas Technical Cooperation and Sustainable Partnerships (AOTS) Project Promotion Group, Global Connectivity Department, AOTS Research Institute
Time
Weekdays: 9:00–17:00 JST (not open on weekends and holidays)
TEL
+81-3-3888-8215
Service languages
Japanese and English
E-mail
info-sswm-ht@aots.jp

Assistance service for overseas workers(for inquiries about the system in general and evaluation tests)

Name
Assistance service for overseas Specified Skilled Workers in the manufacturing industry(INJESTAR Inc.)
Time
Weekdays: 10:00–17:30 JST (not open on weekends and holidays or during the New Year’s period)
TEL
050-2018-6773
E-mail
seizou_tokuteiginou_soudanmadoguchi@injestar.co.jp

Important Information about Applications and the Holding of the Seminar

  • Applications will not be accepted if the applicant is recognized as an antisocial force.
  • Applications from individuals in the same industry may not be accepted.
  • If there is a large number of applications, a request may be made to adjust the number of participants.
  • The agenda is subject to change without prior notice due to unavoidable circumstances.
  • Please refrain from audio and video recording and taking screenshots or screen captures.
  • The format of the seminar is subject to change. In the event of a change, we will inform you beforehand.