The 2026 Program Application is Open
Interested in a 2026 departure to Japan? Apply now online through our JET Application Portal! Don't miss your chance to live and work in Japan - submit your application by November 14, 2025.
Interested in a 2026 departure to Japan? Apply now online through our JET Application Portal! Don't miss your chance to live and work in Japan - submit your application by November 14, 2025.
Our offices are holding 120+ information sessions all across the US, both virtually and in person. Speak with a JET Coordinator and Program alumni, and have your questions answered!
If you have any questions about JET Program USA and our application process, look no further! Check out our frequently asked questions pages to get started: General FAQ & Application FAQ.
Welcome to the Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Program. Founded in 1987, JET has sent more than 80,000 participants from around the globe (including more than 39,000 Americans) to work in schools, boards of education, and government offices throughout Japan. What makes JET unique is that it is the only teaching exchange program managed by the government of Japan. With more than 80 countries around the world currently participating in JET, this program offers a unique cultural exchange opportunity to meet people from all around the world, living and working in Japan. Before departing for Japan and upon return, there are a number of JET alumni organizations that host social, volunteer and professional development activities to help individuals through the transition process. Becoming a JET puts you in an elite network of incredible individuals. Join us for the adventure of a lifetime!