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Experience Real Work This Summer: Tokyo's Unique Job EX Program

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government is excited to announce a unique opportunity for middle and high school students in the city. The TOKYO中高生職業体験サイトJob EX (Job EX) is a platform designed to connect eager students with companies and organizations that offer hands-on work experiences related to their interests. During the summer of 2026, the program aims to create practical job experience opportunities based on feedback from students to ensure relevance and engagement.

Participant Recruitment for Job Experience

Eligibility Criteria

Middle and high school students within the age range corresponding to this category, or those enrolled in schools in Tokyo, are eligible to apply. Specifically, those born between April 2, 2008, and April 1, 2014, are invited to take part.

Application Timeline

The application window will open from May 25, 2026, to July 5, 2026, allowing ample time for interested students to complete their applications.

Participating Organizations

This year, students can choose from a diverse range of over 82 companies and organizations—from large corporations to innovative startups—ensuring they have access to various fields and industries.

Number of Participants

Around 820 students will be accepted into the job experience programs. Spaces are limited, highlighting the importance of timely applications.

Activity Locations

Job experience activities will take place at the participants’ respective companies or organizations, located either within Tokyo or in nearby regions.

Program Details

The job experience will encompass a variety of activities, which may include:

• - Introductory sessions concerning the structure and operations of the host organization.
• - Hands-on work activities directly related to the students' interests.
• - Projects addressing community and social issues, contributing to real-world solutions in collaboration with guardians and employees.
• - Engaging with employees to discuss work-life balance, including interactions with employees who are parents, thereby exploring the juggling act of raising children while managing professional responsibilities.

How to Apply

Students can apply by visiting the Job EX website here. They can confirm details regarding the available programs, dates, and locations on the site before completing the online application form. The selection process for participants will involve a lottery if the number of applicants exceeds program capacities.

Seeking Student Reporters

In conjunction with the job experience program, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government is also looking for student reporters to document their experiences. As reporters, students will attend corporate activities, interview management teams, and report on their findings and insights from a student’s point of view. This offers an enriching opportunity to engage deeply with both the job market and media creation.

Reporter Recruitment Timeline

The recruitment period for the student reporters aligns with the job experience application, from May 25, 2026, to June 17, 2026.

Requirements for Student Reporters

• - Students must be enrolled or residing in Tokyo, falling under the same age categories.
• - A total of 18 student reporters will ultimately be selected.

Activities as a Student Reporter

• - Participation in preliminary workshops set for July 18, 2026, in a face-to-face format.
• - Engaging in the job experiences and reporting on those activities (specific dates provided separately).
• - Completing a writing workshop that will take place on August 30, 2026.
• - Submitting articles they created on their own, expected from September 2026 onward.

Support and guidance will be provided by the Tokyo job experience project office throughout the program duration.

How to Apply for Reporters

Interested students can check the specifics on the reporter recruitment page here and fill out the dedicated application form. Those selected will be notified by early July 2026 based on their applications.

For any inquiries regarding the job experience program or student reporter opportunities, students can contact the Tokyo High School Job Experience Project Office via phone (03-4567-6650, weekdays from 10 AM to 5 PM) or email at [email protected].

This initiative aligns with the Tokyo 2050 Strategy to empower children's voices and ensure that they are considered in policymaking. Don’t miss this amazing chance to gain invaluable skills and experiences, while also contributing to a better understanding of the workforce!