JET Program USA

The official X account for the Japan Exchange & Teaching (JET) Program for U.S. Citizens. The JET Application for 2027 departures to Japan opens Fall 2026.

[JET Program USA @JETProgram]

We are ONE MONTH AWAY from our 2027 Program's application deadline. ⏰ Make sure to submit all your materials by 11:59PM (Hawaii Time) on Friday, November 13. Our office is excited to review your submission!

Have yet to make an account? Head to https://t.co/A5REYPv9vP now.✈️

[JET Program USA @JETProgram]

Position Opportunity: We are seeking highly motivated, team-oriented Processing Staff for the 2027 JET Application processing season. This is an in-person position at the Embassy of Japan in Washington, DC.

Deadline: October 15 (Thurs) at 5PM ET

Details: https://t.co/NkRYILLUAG

[JET Program USA @JETProgram]

It's FAQ Friday! This week, we’re answering your questions about Letters of Recommendation for the #JETProgram application. Who can write them? What are the requirements? Swipe for the details... ➡️

For 2027 Japan departures, start your application at https://t.co/A5REYPv9vP!

[JET Program USA @JETProgram]

It’s your TURN ↪️ to go to Japan! Our application for 2027 departures is OPEN for U.S. citizens. Apply by Friday, November 13, 2026, for the chance to live and work abroad as a #JETProgram participant. ✈️

Visit 🔗https://t.co/A5REYPuBGh to start your application!

[JET Program USA @JETProgram]

📢 Prospective #JETProgram applicants: Want to hear from JET alumni & ask them all about their time in Japan? Now's your chance! Join us virtually on September 24 (8 - 9:30PM ET) for application tips, alumni stories, and a Q&A session. For details: https://t.co/TkONB6Ng6Q✈️

[Japan Consulate in Honolulu｜在ホノルル日本国総領事館 @CGJapanHNL]

【Aloha Outbound JETs】On Jul. 31, we bid a warm aloha to the 2026 Hawaiʻi @JETProgram participants at our Pre-Departure & Farewell Reception. As soon-to-be cultural ambassadors, we are excited to see the ways our JETs will contribute to Japan-US & Japan-Hawaiʻi relations.

[JETAA USA @JETAAUSA]

From August 7-9, 2026, in Miami, FL, @JETProgram Alumni Association leaders and partners from across North America came together for this year’s @JETAAUSA National Conference (NatCon). For a full recap with more photos, please click here: https://t.co/LOcpToOTnH

[JET Program USA @JETProgram]

Congrats to the Washington, D.C. #JETProgram cohort on their departure to Japan! Before their flight, they were celebrated by the Program and @JapanEmbDC. We're excited to see the impact these JETs make in their communities and we're cheering them on in this exciting new chapter!

[JET Program USA @JETProgram]

We’re excited for all that lies ahead for our Honolulu #JETProgram participants who are now in Japan! 🌺✈️ To our JETs: say “yes” to new opportunities, embrace the connections you build, and make the most of your time abroad! 🇺🇸🇯🇵

[Japan Consulate in Honolulu｜在ホノルル日本国総領事館 @CGJapanHNL]

【Aloha Outbound JETs】On Jul. 31, we bid a warm aloha to the 2026 Hawaiʻi @JETProgram participants at our Pre-Departure & Farewell Reception. As soon-to-be cultural ambassadors, we are excited to see the ways our JETs will contribute to Japan-US & Japan-Hawaiʻi relations.

[Consulate General of Japan in San Francisco @JAPANinSF]

On July 31, the Consulate General of Japan in San Francisco hosted a Pre-Departure Orientation and reception for the 2026 @JETProgram participants. Participants enjoyed connecting with @JETAANC Alumni who shared their stories before departure the next day. #JETProgram

[JET Program USA @JETProgram]

Congratulations to our Miami #JETProgram participants! 🎉 We are excited to see the impact that you make during your JET experience, and we wish you safe travels as you head to your #Japan placements this week.

[Japan Consulate Miami @JapanCons_Miami]

7/31: CGJM hosted a Pre-Departure Orientation & Farewell Reception for Florida’s 2026 @JETProgram participants! 🇯🇵✈️
Departing JETs connected with alumni, enjoyed Japanese food & sake, and received tips before heading to Japan. Goodluck, JETs!
#JETProgram #JapanFlorida

[JET Program USA @JETProgram]

Our San Francisco Cohort of the 2026 #JETProgram departed this weekend for #Japan and they are now in Tokyo for their Post-Arrival Orientation. Congratulations to these participants! We are excited to see what connections they make during their time abroad.

[Consulate General of Japan in San Francisco @JAPANinSF]

✈️ Congratulations to all the @JETProgram participants flying out of SFO today! We wish you a successful start to your new lives in Japan. Safe travels, and がんばって下さい!
#JETProgram

[JET Program USA @JETProgram]

Our Chicago cohort has officially departed for Japan.✈️ Cheers to these #JETProgram participants, their next chapter, and the lifelong friendships that they will make during their JET experience!

[Consulate-General of Japan in Chicago @JpnCons_Chicago]

On July 24th, our Consulate hosted a Pre-Departure Orientation for the 2026 @JETProgram participants. The next day, they departed to begin their new adventures across Japan as ALTs & CIRs. Congrats to all and we wish you a successful & rewarding experience! #JETProgram

[Japan Embassy DC🌸 @JapanEmbDC]

Employment Opportunity: The @JETProgram Washington DC office seeks a candidate for the position of JET Program Coordinator (Temporary).
Apply by August 12th → https://t.co/LWABAxXO2a

[JET Program USA @JETProgram]

🇯🇵 Safe travels to our NY Departing JETs! ✈️ Your #JETProgram adventure in Japan is just beginning. We wish you an incredible year of meaningful connections, and unforgettable memories, in your communities.

[Japan Consulate NY 総領事館 @JapanCons_NY]

🛫 AMB Katahira hosted this year’s @JETProgram participants at @Hunter_College for a pre-departure orientation & farewell reception. They departed the following morning to work and live in Japan as educators and cultural ambassadors.

[Japan Consulate in Honolulu｜在ホノルル日本国総領事館 @CGJapanHNL]

On 6/27, JETAA Hawaii, @slshawaii & the Consulate General hosted the 2026 JET Summer Orientation for the 2026 @JETProgram participants at @uhmanoa. We hope this year’s JETs found the workshops helpful in their exciting transition to working in Japan!

[JET Program USA @JETProgram]

📢 Attention prospective #JETProgram applicants! Want to hear from JET alumni & ask them all about their time in Japan? Now's your chance! Join us virtually on June 11 (8 - 9:30PM ET) for alumni stories, application tips, and a Q&A session. For details: https://t.co/VTzpMcIzap✈️

[JET Program USA @JETProgram]

📢 Attention: #Japan placements are rolling out!
Our first batch of placements for the 2026 #JETProgram are being released. Congratulations to our departing JETs on their new homes. We are excited for your next chapter in Japan!

[JET Program USA @JETProgram]

1,000+ visitors stopped by our booth at DC’s 2026 Sakura Matsuri – Japanese Street Festival to learn about the #JETProgram and hear from alumni about their experiences in Japan.

Interested in JET? Sign up at https://t.co/pgmzM7jhqk to get notified when the application opens!

[JET Program USA @JETProgram]

Registration for the 2026 NEXT JET Mentorship Program is open! For U.S. #JETProgram participants departing for Japan this summer, it's time to connect with alumni & current participants to prepare for your next chapter abroad.✈️

To learn more / register: https://t.co/vTe6mrvQAK