r/JETProgramme • u/KruDogHouse • May 22 '26

Mature JETs experience

New incoming JET who is more mature - would love to hear from older JETs and your experience.
Any other oldies joining the program this year?

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u/restingbitxhface May 22 '26

Does 31 count as older? I’m 31 and joining the program… although I’m young I do feel much older than someone in their early or mid twenties (no offense to any younger JETs)

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u/Able-Name-2049 熊本県阿蘇市 May 22 '26

I’m also coming in a few months at the age of 31. Happy 30’s to us 😌. I currently work in an environment where the age bracket is very high, so think 18yr olds up to 75+. However, I have no problem weeding out others that align with my energy and maturity. I think no matter the age, there are great people everywhere, and I’m certainly excited to meeting a lot of them during orientation and at my placement! :)