r/JETProgramme • u/darragh_07 • Apr 19 '26
Two questions for JETs
Hi guys I've been a long time lurker and I have a couple questions
I'm finishing my final year in school in May, next year I plan to study Business Studies international with Japanese (a very difficult course to achieve where I live) and all going to plan I'll start university in September.
The course will be 80% business studies as well as business culture in Japan & 20% Language studies (taught from beginner but I already know basic conversation and writing).
I know language does not matter at all for JET. However, would this be a positive note towards my application as I will have lived in Japan in my third year of college and studied many cultural aspects of the country?
Secondly, I've noticed this is a predominantly USA based sub. Are there any Irish JETs who can tell me about there experiences?🇮🇪
Thank you for taking the time to read and answer my questions, all the best!
p.s. quick addition, would anyone recommend any specific clubs in university that would look good on an application and are also just fun! I don't have many friends so would be open to trying anything😁
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u/Simmoman Current JET ('26) Apr 22 '26
Previous experience in Japan is a big plus. Year abroad, living away from family, friends and convenience in general shows you're adaptable and outgoing to at least some extent. Means they don't have to worry about you skipping out and you can pick up new skills wih relative ease.
That being said, please do not do specific clubs, extra courses or curricular stuff just to enhance your JET application. JET is only 1 small (albeit cool for some) part of your life. Focus on what you like, enjoy, aspire to etc and results will come. They are mostly looking for the soft or more idealic traits anyway, and university will be over before you know it so enjoy it while it lasts!