Recruitment Process
We understand that an effective recruitment process is crucial for finding and securing the best talent for your organization. Our streamlined and comprehensive recruitment process ensures that we meet your hiring needs with efficiency and precision.
Applicants
Eligibility Criteria: Must be 18 years or older (both men and women). Must have at least a high school-level education. Must be currently engaged in a similar job in their home country. Must receive a recommendation from a local government or public institution.
Sending Organization
Support Provided: Candidate selection based on company recruitment needs. Interview arrangements and direct employment matching. Japanese language and cultural training (approx. 3 months before departure). Visa and travel arrangements. Post-dispatch trainee follow-up and management.
Supervising Organization
Main Support Provided: Interview coordination and visa processing.Preparation and submission of required documents. Guidance and monitoring between trainees and host companies (including interpretation when needed). 1-month intensive Japanese language training upon arrival in Japan. Ongoing trainee management and employer support.
Host Companies
Requirements for Acceptance: Must provide accommodation for trainees. Must ensure training aligns with approved Technical Intern Training plans. Must arrange proper living conditions and appoint a trainee supervisor.
Travel Arrangement
As soon as visa endorse passport or paper visa are received we give the booking to our travel agent or directly to concern airline to confirm seats to the nearest airport of origin country. After the flight is confirmed we send flight details to our employer requesting them for airport pick-up and hostel arrangement.
Specified Skilled Worker (Japan)
In recent years, in response to the increasingly severe labor shortage, Japan has introduced a new residency status called “Specified Skilled Worker” (特定技能) in April 2019 as part of efforts to attract new foreign talent and create a coexisting society. This status is designed for individuals with certain specialized skills who can immediately enter the workforce in industries facing acute labor shortages. iWorth Corporation has been established as a sending organization to support the Specified Skilled Worker program, facilitating the deployment of skilled foreign workers to industries facing labor shortages in Japan. Building on its expertise as a supervising organization for the Technical Intern Training Program, iWorth ensures compliance with legal regulations while providing comprehensive support services, including worker selection, pre-departure training, visa processing, and post -arrival assistance. Through its structured approach, iWorth is dedicated to seamlessly connecting qualified foreign talent with Japanese employers, fostering a sustainable and mutually beneficial workforce solution.
Foreign Technical Intern Training Program (Japan)
The Foreign Technical Intern Training Program was established in 2015 under the “Act on the Appropriate Implementation of Technical Intern Training for Foreign Nationals and Protection of Technical Intern Trainees Foreign Technical Intern Training Program (Technical Intern Training Act). This act was submitted to the National Diet in 2015, enacted on November 28, 2016, and came into effect on November 1, 2017. Under this law, in addition to the existing Technical Intern Training (Level 1 and Level 2), excellent implementing organizations and supervising entities are allowed to extend the training to Level 3, enabling trainees to continue their program for a fourth or fifth year.
The Foreign Technical Intern Training Program is an international contribution initiative designed to help young and mid-career professionals from developing countries acquire practical industrial skills through employment with Japanese companies for up to five years. The primary goal of this program is to transfer skills, technology, and expertise to developing regions through human resource development, thereby promoting international cooperation. This program is not intended to serve as a means for labor force adjustments. iWorth Corporation collaborates closely with foreign governments and sending organizations to recruit and select skilled candidates. These trainees undergo approximately three months of Japanese language and cultural training before departure. Upon arrival in Japan, they receive one month of comprehensive training at iWorth’s designated training centers, supervised by experienced trainers specialized in technical intern programs. After completing their initial training, the interns are assigned to host companies.
Leveraging its extensive expertise in international labor management, iWorth Corporation ensures a fast and reliable processing of all necessary procedures, allowing businesses to seamlessly accept technical intern trainees with confidence. iWorth’s multilingual staff conducts monthly visits to host companies, addressing inquiries and providing ongoing support. Additionally, iWorth actively promotes distance-learning Japanese language courses using specialized textbooks and facilitates better communication between technical intern trainees and their supervisors or life support advisors.
Q&A Guide for Employers Hiring Foreign Workers in Japan
Q1: Why should my company consider hiring foreign workers?
A1: Many industries in Japan, such as construction, caregiving, manufacturing, and hospitality, face severe labor shortages. Hiring foreign workers helps.
Q2: What visa types allow foreign workers to be employed in Japan?
A2: The main visa types for hiring foreign workers dependent of the employers’ need. Employers should select the correct visa type based on their industry and job role.
Q3: What is the step-by-step process for hiring a foreign worker?
A3: Steps:
1. Identify Job Role & Visa Type
Ensure the job matches an eligible visa category.
2. Find Suitable Candidates
Use recruitment agencies, sending organizations (for interns), or direct hiring.
3. Conduct Interviews & Selection
Check language skills, technical ability, and cultural adaptability.
4. Apply for the Certificate of Eligibility (COE)
Submit required documents to the Immigration Services Agency of Japan.
5. Visa Processing & Approval
The worker applies for a work visa at a Japanese embassy/consulate.
6. Prepare for the Worker’s Arrival
Arrange housing, workplace training, and onboarding support.
Q4: How long does it take to hire a foreign worker?
A4: Hiring timelines depend on the visa type:
Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) 3-6 months
Technical Intern Trainee 6-9 months
Skilled Labor / Engineer Visa 3-6 months
Q5: What legal requirements must employers follow?
A5: Employers must:
Provide a written contract with salary, working hours, and benefits.
Report employment details to Hello Work & Immigration authorities.
Ensure fair wages and equal treatment compared to Japanese workers.
Provide workplace safety and support, especially for non-Japanese speakers.
Violating these requirements can result in fines, company blacklisting, or visa revocation for workers.
Q6: What social insurance must my company provide?
A6: All foreign workers must be enrolled in:
Health Insurance (健康保険 – Kenko Hoken)
Pension Insurance (厚生年金 – Kosei Nenkin)
Employment Insurance (雇用保険 – Koyou Hoken)
Work Accident Compensation (労災保険 – Rousai Hoken)
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