Diving into Tourism HR: Partnership to Support International Students in Japan
In a significant move to address the labor shortage in Japan's tourism sector, Dive Co., Ltd., based in Shinjuku, Tokyo, has formed a strategic partnership with the Sankō Group. This collaboration will focus on providing robust career support for international students enrolled in the Sankō Group’s vocational schools, particularly aimed at the hospitality and dining industries.
The tourism industry is grappling with a serious labor shortage, and there is a rising interest among international students studying in Japan to enter the hospitality and restaurant sectors. Many of these students are eager to leverage their Japanese language skills in roles that allow them to engage with locals. Hotels and restaurants are seen as prime employment opportunities.
Furthermore, amidst the recovery and expansion of inbound tourism, an increasing number of students aspire to utilize their language abilities to warmly welcome travelers from their home countries. Approximately 70-80% of Sankō Group's international students express a desire to work in the hospitality and dining fields, indicating a growing trend toward long-term career formation in Japan. To effectively connect the ambitions of these students to tangible employment opportunities, the partnership aims to combine the educational expertise of the Sankō Group with Dive's understanding of the hospitality industry.
The "school collaboration new graduate recruitment model" under this partnership will launch at the Saitama Prefecture's Ōmiya campus, with plans to expand to other locations nationwide.
This partnership seeks to provide a secure job search experience for international students and establish a reliable pipeline of enthusiastic young talent for lodging operators.
Dive, as a specialized external partner in the "specific skill" category for lodging facilities, will conduct optimal employment matching aligned with the operational styles of each facility.
1. Broad Scope of Work Tailored to Industry Needs: International students working through this model will be engaged in a variety of roles within lodging facilities, including front desk operations, guest service, room cleaning, and even culinary tasks within restaurant settings. The model accommodates specific employment needs such as restaurant operations and kitchen assistance, fostering flexible employment.
2. Stable Talent Acquisition and Lifestyle Support: Follow-up support post-employment will ensure that foreign talent can thrive as valuable resources within Japan’s tourism sector for the long term.
Through this collaboration, Dive and the Sankō Group aim to create a sustainable ecosystem that not only addresses the immediate workforce challenges faced by Japan's tourism industry but also empowers international students to build successful careers in the country.
Background of the Partnership
The tourism industry is grappling with a serious labor shortage, and there is a rising interest among international students studying in Japan to enter the hospitality and restaurant sectors. Many of these students are eager to leverage their Japanese language skills in roles that allow them to engage with locals. Hotels and restaurants are seen as prime employment opportunities.
Furthermore, amidst the recovery and expansion of inbound tourism, an increasing number of students aspire to utilize their language abilities to warmly welcome travelers from their home countries. Approximately 70-80% of Sankō Group's international students express a desire to work in the hospitality and dining fields, indicating a growing trend toward long-term career formation in Japan. To effectively connect the ambitions of these students to tangible employment opportunities, the partnership aims to combine the educational expertise of the Sankō Group with Dive's understanding of the hospitality industry.
Upcoming Developments
The "school collaboration new graduate recruitment model" under this partnership will launch at the Saitama Prefecture's Ōmiya campus, with plans to expand to other locations nationwide.
- - Support for Graduating Students in March 2027: The initiative will initially target 111 international students enrolled at the Ōmiya campus, providing support for employment in lodging facilities.
- - Support for Graduating Students in March 2028: The initiative will broaden its target to encompass approximately 750 international students across all locations.
- - Goal Setting: The aim is to achieve employment for more than 90 graduates in the hospitality and dining sectors in the first year.
This partnership seeks to provide a secure job search experience for international students and establish a reliable pipeline of enthusiastic young talent for lodging operators.
Overview of the Initiative
Dive, as a specialized external partner in the "specific skill" category for lodging facilities, will conduct optimal employment matching aligned with the operational styles of each facility.
1. Broad Scope of Work Tailored to Industry Needs: International students working through this model will be engaged in a variety of roles within lodging facilities, including front desk operations, guest service, room cleaning, and even culinary tasks within restaurant settings. The model accommodates specific employment needs such as restaurant operations and kitchen assistance, fostering flexible employment.
2. Stable Talent Acquisition and Lifestyle Support: Follow-up support post-employment will ensure that foreign talent can thrive as valuable resources within Japan’s tourism sector for the long term.
Through this collaboration, Dive and the Sankō Group aim to create a sustainable ecosystem that not only addresses the immediate workforce challenges faced by Japan's tourism industry but also empowers international students to build successful careers in the country.
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