If you're a Canadian considering a working holiday in Japan, this episode is a must.
In this episode of "Canadians Work and Travel Abroad," we talk to Engler and Thais Tenaka from WorldUnite, GOInternational’s partner organization that provides work and travel programs to participants from all over the world.
We discuss the working holiday program in Japan - which allows Canadians to work and travel in the country for an extended period of time, cover topics such as the types of jobs available, how long it takes to find a job, recommended Japanese language lessons, the benefits of the program, and cultural differences in the workplace.
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
02:22 What is World Unite and the core program it offers especially working holiday program in Japan
05:54 The types of jobs Canadian participants get in Japan through World Unite's program
06:46 The average time it takes for participants to find a job with the support of World Unite.
08:11 Recommended duration and intensity of Japanese language lessons for participants who knows no Japanese.
09:27 The main reasons to choose Japan as a destination for a working holiday program.
10:38 The benefits participants can expect from the program.
11:57 The earnings participants can expect and whether it will be enough to cover their living expenses and travel.
12:46 Advice for Canadians preparing to travel to Japan, especially with regards to cultural preparation.
13:31 The workplace culture in Japan
16:22 Job opportunities for Canadians in Japanese ski resorts
18:59 Remarkable stories about participants' experiences in Japan.
20:12 Trends in what participants are looking for and how the organization helps them navigate the system.
24:42 Chris' work and travel experiences before starting World Unite
26:11 How Chris and Thais' experiences working and traveling abroad impacted their careers.
27:18 Their advice for listeners considering work and travel programs.
27:51 The minimum length of time people should come if they want to work.
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Oct 27 202318 mins