Join us for our next Book Club meeting on Tuesday, March 17th!

Our book club highlights voices and stories with a solid connection to Japan. For our next meeting,  we chose "I am A Cat" by Natsume Soseki. This classic of Japanese literature satirizes the foolishness of upper-middle-class Japanese society during the Meiji era. "With acerbic wit and sardonic perspective, it follows the whimsical adventures of a world-weary stray kitten who comments on the follies and foibles of the people around him."

Be sure to pick up a copy of the book and join us for an evening of casual discussion in a virtual space via Zoom! Registrations are limited, so grab a spot while you can!

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This event is for JET alumni, JASC YPC members and friends.

Questions? Contact Joe at networking@jetaachicago.com

Job Opening in Greenfield, IN! Japanese/English Interpreter via Quick USA

This job opportunity was obtained courtesy of JETwit Jobs.

Job Position: Japanese/English Interpreter

Organization: Quick USA

Salary/Hourly Rate: 55k-65k

Where: Greenfield, Indiana

Visa Sponsorship: No

Description:

A Japanese Manufacturing company is currently looking for a full time Japanese-English Bilingual Interpreter to join their Greenfield, IN location.

The main role is to support Japanese expatriates (leaders and advisors) and provide real-time conference interpretation (simultaneous and consecutive) between English and Japanese.

More than just language conversion, the position requires an understanding of the differences in culture and business practices between Japan and the United States, and the ability to promote smooth mutual understanding as a communication advisor.

DOE and skills, the pay range for this position would be between the 50k-70k mark with great benefits.

Your essential duties would be as follows:

• Interpret in manufacturing-related meetings.

• Interpret in Production Control management and production system-related meetings.

• Translate manufacturing-related documents.

• Translate production management and production system-related documents.

• Manage Production KPI data (collection, entry, sharing, and management).

• Perform administrative duties in the Production Control department as per the Manager’s instructions.

• Advise Japanese coordinators and American managers on cultural differences and business practice differences to promote understanding and smooth communication.

• Advise speakers/listeners to improve the interpretation environment.

• Carry out Quality Manager’s and Japanese coordinators’ requests.

• Backup other interpreters in other areas.

• Understand production processes for better interpretation and translation.

• Other duties as assigned by quality management.

Please consider the following qualifications when applying:

• Bachelor's degree and 1 – 3 years of interpretation experience (an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered).

• Must have excellent communication skills in Japanese and English (including writing skills).

• Strong understanding of cultural differences and expectations for both American and Japanese team members.

• Communicate effectively and has strong presentation skills.

• Collaborates well with colleagues using adept social skills.

• Ability to build strong working relationships, learn quickly, and have strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

• Confident with Microsoft Office Suite.

Apply at: Please send your resume to carlos@919usa.com

Indiana Subchapter Bonenkai!

Join the Indiana Subchapter on Friday, December 26th, 7 pm EST (6 pm CST) for a Bonenkai at Jinya Ramen Bar in Fishers! Jinya is known for their delicious ramen with several vegetarian and vegan options. Come and celebrate the end of the year with your fellow hoosier alumni and Friends of JET!

JETAA Chicago will cover several shareable appetizers for the table. Participants are responsible for their own entrees and beverages. Please RSVP by December 23rd so we have a headcount for the reservation.

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This event is open to JET alumni and Friends/Family of JET.

Questions? Contact Alexis at marketing@jetaachicago.com.