Transforming New Graduates' Job Search with the 1DAY PASS Event

A New Approach to Job Hunting: The 1DAY PASS Event

As the job market has evolved, early recruitment practices are becoming the norm, creating challenges for students who are juggling multiple commitments. Launching on July 26, 2025, Growth Spirit, a company focused on strategic HR and digital transformation support, is introducing an innovative hiring event called 1DAY PASS. This event aims to address the inherent challenges of traditional recruitment methods, providing a streamlined and efficient alternative for new graduates.

The Unique Challenges in Job Hunting

In recent years, the recruitment process has become increasingly early and complex, leading to undue stress for students who must balance their studies and extracurricular activities while job searching. Many talented candidates face a relentless cycle of interviews and assessments, as companies strive to secure immediate acceptance before officially offering positions. This situation often results in mismatches and early job resignations, creating unfavorable outcomes for both students and employers.

The 1DAY PASS event seeks to disrupt this conventional approach by offering a format that empowers students to secure job offers within a single day. The program addresses the student’s desire for reassurance, allowing them to feel confident about their future as they weigh their options more thoughtfully. By enhancing students’ psychological safety, this new model aims for optimal matches between candidates and employers.

Four Key Values of 1DAY PASS

The 1DAY PASS event distinguishes itself from conventional hiring processes by promising the following four values:

1. Realistic Management Simulations

Participants will engage in group work centered around real business challenges. This hands-on experience enables students to visualize their thought processes and business values while gaining practical insights and learning opportunities.

2. Evaluation Reports with Expert Recommendations

Regardless of participation outcomes, every student will receive a personalized evaluation report that includes professional recommendations. Seasoned HR specialists will articulate each participant’s strengths and prospects, providing valuable insights that can guide their future job searches.

3. Concise Pre-application Process

Students can effectively complete their pre-application with a brief 140-character self-promotion—similar to a social media post—thus saving their valuable time while ensuring a direct selection process.

4. Potential for Strategic Leadership Roles

The program also opens up possibilities for high-potential students to be considered for significant leadership positions, such as business directors, right from graduation, encouraging ambition and initiative.

Event Overview

- Event Name: 1DAY PASS - Special Selection Event by Growth Spirit
- Target Audience: University and graduate students interested in startups (no grade restrictions)
- Date: July 26, 2025, 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
- Location: Tokyo (details provided post-registration)
- Capacity: Maximum 8 participants per session

Event Structure

Participants will partake in:

- Group work (management simulation)
- One-on-one interviews
- Post-event notifications of selection results (job offers) along with feedback reports

How to Apply

Interested students are encouraged to apply via the application form. The pre-selection process involves a straightforward 140-character self-presentation. As spaces are limited, early application is advisable to secure a spot.

Learn More About Growth Spirit’s Recruitment

Details regarding new graduate recruitment by Growth Spirit can be found on our Wantedly page. For further insights, read the article by CEO Sosuke Nowaki discussing this initiative.

About Growth Spirit

Founded in September 2023, Growth Spirit is located at 2-1 Yobanchō, Chiyoda City, Tokyo. They specialize in HR solutions, digital transformation solutions, and education solutions. For more information, visit their website.