Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services
In many cases when hiring new foreign employees, the foreigner applies for this status of residence.
(Example) Change of status residence : from Student to Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services Please see below for an overview of this status of residence.
| Each fields | Engineer | Specialist in Humanities |
|---|---|---|
| Eligibility requirements | Knowledge and skill in Natural science field | Knowledge and skill in Social Sciences and Humanities |
| Types of occupation | Engineer, IT Engineer, Developer, etc. | General work relating to Accounting, Legal Affairs, Sales job etc. |
| Review Standards | Applicable to any of the following ･ Graduated from university and majored in a subject relevant to the duties which foreign nationals plan to undertake. ･ Have studied subjects relating to work and have graduated from a vocational school in Japan. ･ Have at least 10 years relevant experience. Exceptional case: Passing certain qualifying IT exams designated in a public notice. (The following requirement also applies to the ‘’International Services’’ work category) *Receive no less remuneration than would a Japanese national for comparable work | |
| Each fields | International Services |
|---|---|
| Eligibility requirements | Specific ways of thought or sensitivity based on experience with a foreign culture |
| Types of occupation | Translator, Interpreter, Designer, Language teacher etc. |
| Review Standards | ･ Engaged in the activity which is considered as “international services”. ･ Have 3 years or more of work experience in the field of international services and related field business. (Translator, Interpreter and Language teacher jobs) – No Business Experience needed for Bachelor’s degree or higher degree holders. |