JET Programme 2027: Work as an ALT in Japan (Apply by November 20, 2026)

Last updated: November 2, 2026

The Embassy of Japan in the Philippines is accepting applications for the 2027 Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Programme, Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) positions. The deadline is November 20, 2026 (Friday), 11:59 p.m. Philippine time, and applications are now fully online.

What is the JET Programme?

The JET Programme started in 1987 to promote internationalization in Japanese communities and mutual understanding between Japan and other countries. It is one of the largest exchange programs in the world. In the Philippines, recruitment and selection are handled by the Embassy of Japan.

Duties of an Assistant Language Teacher

ALTs work in public or private schools, or local boards of education, in their assigned prefecture or municipality. They assist in classes led by Japanese teachers of English by:

• Helping prepare teaching materials
• Planning and supervising extracurricular activities such as English clubs or sports
• Organizing cultural and international exchange programs

Eligibility requirements (2027 JET Programme)

Applicants must:

• Be a Filipino citizen
• Hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, or earn it by the designated arrival date
• Have excellent English: standard pronunciation, rhythm and intonation, and the ability to write clear, logical sentences
• Be mentally and physically healthy, and willing to adapt to living and working in Japan for the full period
• Be interested in Japan, willing to take part in international exchange and to study Japanese before and after arrival
• Be interested in Japan’s education system and in working with children, and be qualified as a language teacher or strongly motivated to teach foreign languages
• Not have participated in the Programme since the 2024 JET Programme year (including March 2024 arrivals), and not have joined for more than 6 years in total
• Not have declined a JET position after receiving an assignment in the previous program year, unless for a valid reason
• Not have lived in Japan for 6 or more years in total since 2017
• Agree to reside in Japan under the status of residence set for the Programme and obey Japanese laws
• If with a suspended jail term, have finished the probation period before applying

Additional points go to applicants who have a degree in English or Education, a teaching license or classroom experience, general teaching experience, a Japanese language background (such as a JLPT pass), or experience living or traveling abroad.

How to apply

1. Read the official 2027 application guidelines from the Embassy of Japan.
2. Create an account and fill out the online application at ph.jetapplication.com. Paper applications are no longer accepted.
3. Write your statement of purpose about your motivation and qualifications.
4. Upload all required and supplemental documents listed in the guidelines. Do not add extra documents such as resumes, photos or extra recommendation letters. Incomplete applications at the deadline will not be considered.
5. Complete everything by November 20, 2026, 11:59 p.m. Philippine time.

Shortlisted applicants go through an interview that includes a teaching demonstration in English and a Nihongo conversation test.

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