8. What Are the Japanese Language Requirements for Technical Interns?
The Technical Intern Training Program in Japan does not require applicants to have prior knowledge of Japanese before joining. However, the company provides Japanese language training before and after the official selection process with Japanese partners.
- Typically, applicants undergo an intensive training course covering self-introductions, Japanese culture, daily life, and essential interview skills.
- Additionally, the company offers Japanese language classes for candidates who wish to study before the selection process. These courses last 2 to 3 months and come with discounted or even free tuition. Candidates who take these classes have a competitive advantage in interviews, as Japanese employers highly appreciate their determination, initiative, and thorough preparation.
- After passing the selection process, trainees receive 4 to 6 months of Japanese language training to ensure basic communication skills before going to Japan. They are also trained in Japanese laws, culture, daily life, and transportation systems.
- Upon arriving in Japan, during the first month, the receiving Supervising Organization (Nghiệp đoàn) and Company allow trainees to focus solely on language learning and cultural adaptation.
As a result, by the time they officially start working, technical interns are already equipped with a fundamental knowledge of Japanese and an understanding of daily life in Japan, ensuring a smoother transition into their new environment.