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Discover New Strategies at the Recruitment Conference 2026

The Recruitment Conference 2026, co-hosted by One Career and Benesse i-Career, is aiming to bridge the gap between the evolving needs of students and the recruitment practices of businesses. Scheduled for September 8th and 9th of 2026, this online conference is designed specifically for hiring professionals looking to enhance their recruitment strategies with current insights.

Recognizing that today's job market is increasingly competitive, understanding students' perspectives is crucial for successful recruitment. As the values and career aspirations of students evolve, traditional hiring methods may prove inadequate. This conference seeks to transform the insights gathered from students into actionable recruitment approaches that can improve a company's competitive edge in attracting talent.

Engaging Programs

This year's conference will place a strong emphasis on direct engagement with students, expanding its program to include students as speakers in three keynote sessions. Participants will have the unique opportunity to hear directly from students about their experiences and perspectives. These discussions aim to dismantle the barriers between companies and students, fostering collaborative dialogue regarding ideal recruitment practices moving forward.

The conference will also focus on major themes including:

• - Formation of Talent Pools
• - Employer Branding
• - Evaluation of Candidates
• - Selection Process and Follow-up

Each session is designed to provide valuable insights that can be directly translated into improved hiring strategies and enhanced employee development practices.

Event Details

• - Event Name: Recruitment Conference 2026
• - Date: September 8 (Tuesday) and September 9 (Wednesday), 2026
• - Time: 10:00 AM to 5:20 PM JST
• - Format: Online (Pre-registration required)
• - Target Audience: Human resources and recruitment professionals from corporations and organizations
• - Cost: Free
• - Registration: Interested participants can apply via the special event page.

Special Benefits

Attendees who participate and complete a survey will receive exclusive benefits:

• - Access to Session Materials: A collection of presentation materials will be provided.
• - Exclusive Access to Archive Videos: Attendees who respond to surveys will receive archived recordings of all presentations (available until October 31, 2026).

In-Person Networking Opportunity

In addition to the online sessions, an in-person networking event is also planned for September 15, 2026, where speakers and attendees can gather to exchange ideas beyond the boundaries of respective organizations. This event aims to facilitate real conversations where recruiting challenges and successful case studies can be shared among peers.

Participants can also look forward to a panel discussion featuring representatives from Chuo University and Musashino University, where they will provide insights from an academic perspective on new graduate recruitment. This portion will last approximately 25 minutes and is geared towards fostering a better understanding of how academic institutions perceive hiring processes.

• - Date and Time: September 15, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM JST (doors open at 6:30 PM)
• - Format: In-person
• - Location: Event venue near Shibuya Station (details will be shared with participants)
• - Content: Introduction, Panel Discussion (30 minutes), Networking (90 minutes)
• - Cost: Free
• - Target Audience: New graduate recruitment professionals

Registration Deadline: Participants must indicate their interest in the networking session within the main conference application form, due by September 9, 2026, at 5:20 PM. Note that if demand exceeds capacity, selection may be conducted through a lottery.

Company Backgrounds:

• - One Career is dedicated to enabling individuals and companies to leverage data on job selection, aiming to revamp the recruitment market to better meet diverse career aspirations. Its services include recruitment support, part of a broader goal of enhancing career journeys for individuals across various sectors.

• - Benesse i-Career, a joint venture established by Benesse Holdings and Persol Career, focuses on education and recruitment support, striving to connect learning and employment effectively.

With such collaborative efforts aimed at improving recruitment strategies through direct engagement with students, the Recruitment Conference 2026 strives to equip hiring professionals with the tools and insights necessary for future success.