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HLAB is an opportunity for university students to explore Japan through teaching and serving as mentors for high school students in a 1-week summer program. This year, we are able to offer up to $300 USD in financial aid to offset flight costs for mentors, and accommodation and food during the summer program will be provided. For more information, see website: https://teach.h-lab.co/

Mentor applications are OPEN until April 11th via this link.

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Participation Needed: Grandparent Grandchild Asian Ethnic Identity Study

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Participation Needed: Grandparent Grandchild Asian Ethnic Identity Study

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Individuals are eligible to participate if they: (a) are 18-25 years of age, (b) identify as Asian American, and (c) have at least one living Asian grandparent with whom they have interacted in the last year. Participation in this study is voluntary. Participant identities will remain anonymous during and after the study. The survey link is anonymous and will not ask for any identifying information. Participation will take 10-15 minutes.

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Grandparent-Grandchild and Asian Ethnic Identity Survey

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We are asking you to take part in a research study being done by Crystal Nguyen, Doctoral Student at Chapman University, and Dr. Hannah Ball, Assistant Professor at Chapman University.
Being in this study is optional, but if you choose to be in the study, you will complete a one-time anonymous survey. This study will help us learn more about the connection between interactions with grandparents and ethnic identity. You are being asked to participate because you are between 18-25 years of age, identify as Asian American, and have at least one living Asian grandparent that you have interacted with in the last year. The study will take about 10-15 minutes to complete.

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We are hiring! 🚀

Money Forward is looking for talented Software Engineers for our 2026 New Graduate Position.

Join one of Japan's fastest-growing Fintech companies and help us solve financial issues for millions of

users. We are building a global tech team with engineers from over 30 countries!

Why join us?

✅ Global Environment: English is the official language in our engineering organization. No Japanese

proficiency is required!

✅ Diverse Career Paths: Grow your career across 60+ products and diverse business domains.

✅ Full Relocation Support: We’ve got you covered with visa sponsorship, flight tickets, a relocation

bonus, and temporary housing to help you settle in Japan.

Ready to move your life forward with us? Check below for all the details!

https://hrmos.co/pages/moneyforward/jobs/2121455132004343881

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Execution Trader Intern, Tokyo (Summer '26)

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Execution Trader Intern, Tokyo (Summer '26)

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Millennium is a global diversified alternative investment firm and they manage close to USD 78 billion in AUM globally.

They're looking to hire Japanese students from international schools.

See link for more details

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Morgan Stanley Japan Early Insights Series

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Morgan Stanley Japan Early Insights Series

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At Morgan Stanley, our employees are our greatest asset. A career here means working alongside the best and brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered to achieve your full potential.

If you are ready to immerse yourself in a collaborative environment centered around rigor, humility and partnership, then join us at the 2026 Morgan Stanley Japan Early Insights Series.

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2026 Blackstone APAC Future Leaders Program (Feb)

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2026 Blackstone APAC Future Leaders Program (Feb)

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Blackstone has recently opened applications for their 2026 Blackstone APAC Future Leaders Program. Please find the attached flyer with all the details.

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A Columbia alumna reached out with the hopes that someone in the Japanese community would be interested in a part time role. She's looking for a Japanese speaking tutor/sitter for 1-2 3-year old girls. They are half Japanese and we would like to introduce them to some basic Japanese language before starting Saturday Japanese school next year. A 2-3 hour age appropriate lesson one a week or bi weekly would be ideal. Happy to work out further details if someone is interested. Feel free to email Laura at laura.lynch.m@gmail.com!

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Featuring a Special Remembrance in Honor of the Late Professor Takatoshi Ito

Friday, February 20, 2026 | 1:00 – 5:15 PM

Board Rooms 320 & 330, Geffen Hall, Columbia Business School

Session 1: “Who Becomes an Inventor? The (Important) Role of Knowledge Absorption from Higher Technical Education” (PDF)

Presenter: Serguey Braguinsky, Professor, Robert H. Smith School of Business, University of Maryland

Session 2: “Labor Market Fluidity and Aggregate Productivity" (PDF)

Presenter: Hiroaki Miyamoto, Associated Research Scholar, Hitotsubashi University; Chief Economist, Policy Research Institute, Ministry of Finance, Japan

Session 3: “Balassa–Samuelson in the Long Run: Empirical Success, Quantitative Limits” (Paper Pending)

Presenter: Shinnosuke Kikuchi, Assistant Professor, School of Global Policy and Strategy, UC San Diego

JES this year will be followed by a special remembrance in honor of the late Professor Takatoshi Ito.

Note: This event is limited to individuals with an active academic affiliation (students, faculty, researchers, and staff at academic institutions) and CJEB affiliates.

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Given the unique opportunity for students to get career advice from our visiting scholars and graduating students who have had great success in their job hunt, we wanted to open the event to interested JSA members. Could you share the registration form with members so they can register directly? Registration is first-come, first-served, and once we reach capacity, registration will close.

Agenda on January 30, 2026

12:30 – 12:45 PM: Welcoming Remarks and Introductions

12:45 – 1:00: Fireside chat with CJEB Visiting Scholars and Graduating Students

1:00 – 1:15: Open Q&A

1:15 – 1:45: Interview Practice Activity (English and Japanese options)

1:45 – 2:00: Concluding Remarks and Networking

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CJEB Student Career Workshop (Spring 2026)

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This is the registration form for the Spring 2026 CJEB career workshop on Friday, January 30, 2026, from 12:30 to 2:00 PM. The event will be held in Room 430, Kravis Hall, Columbia Business School, and lunch will be provided to participants. Please note that registration is required to attend and space is limited.

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Embark on a journey of self-discovery through the Global Studies Program, an opportunity to volunteer at several educational institutions across Japan. Through encouraging English discussion with your students at school and immersing yourself in Japanese culture in the home of your host family, the Global Studies Program offers a unique experience of Japan.

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AI Across Industries: The Current Status and Case Studies from Japan (12/04)

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AI Across Industries: The Current Status and Case Studies from Japan (12/04)

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Thursday, December 4, 2025 | 12:45 – 1:45 PM (Lunch will be provided)

Room 440, Geffen Hall, Columbia Business School (645 West 130th Street, New York, NY 10027)

Featuring:

Daisuke Okanohara, Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer, Preferred Networks, Inc. (PFN)

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AI Across Industries: The Current Status and Case Studies from Japan | cjeb.columbia.org

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Thursday, December 4, 2025 | 12:45 – 1:45 PM (Lunch will be provided) Room 440, Geffen Hall, Columbia Business School (map)
(645 West 130th Street, New York, NY 10027)

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New-graduate recruitment opportunity for PPD-SNBL, a company in the pharmaceutical / Clinical Research Organization (CRO) industry.

They will be participating in Boston Career Forum this year as well, and are actively seeking global talents studying at non-Japanese universities.

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Digital Transformation at Hitachi (11/20) 

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Digital Transformation at Hitachi (11/20) 

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Thursday, November 20, 2025 | 12:50 – 1:50 PM (Lunch will be provided)

Room 880, Kravis Hall, Columbia Business School (map)
(665 West 130th Street, New York, NY 10027)

Featuring:

Yasuhiro (Charlie) Takeuchi, President and CEO, Hitachi America, Ltd.; Vice President and Executive Officer, Hitachi, Ltd.

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Registration for “Digital Transformation at Hitachi” featuring Mr. Yasuhiro (Charlie) Takeuchi of Hitachi America, Ltd. and Hitachi, Ltd.

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Digital Transformation at Hitachi
Thursday, November 20, 2025 | 12:50 – 1:50 PM (Lunch will be provided)
Room 880, Kravis Hall, Columbia Business School
Featuring: Yasuhiro (Charlie) Takeuchi, President and CEO, Hitachi America, Ltd.; Vice President and Executive Officer, Hitachi, Ltd.
Moderator: David Rogers, Author, The Digital Transformation Roadmap; Faculty of Executive Education, Columbia Business School
Cosponsored by: Japanese Business Association, Columbia Business School Note: This event is limited to Columbia Business School community members, alums, and CJEB affiliates.

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A Conversation with Ken Keller, President and CEO of Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. (11/18)

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A Conversation with Ken Keller, President and CEO of Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. (11/18)

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David Geffen Hall, Cooperman Commons — Tuesday, Nov. 18, 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

Ken Keller is Chairman of the Board, President, and CEO of Daiichi Sankyo, Inc.; Global Head of the Daiichi Sankyo Oncology Business; and a member of the global Board of Directors of Daiichi Sankyo Company, Limited. With more than 30 years of leadership in the pharmaceutical industry, Ken has led multi-billion-dollar businesses across the U.S. and Europe and launched biologic products in oncology, bone health, nephrology, and inflammatory diseases. At Daiichi Sankyo, he led its transformation into a global oncology leader, building the infrastructure behind its specialty medicines and flagship antibody drug conjugates. Previously, he spent more than 20 years at Amgen in senior global and commercial leadership roles, including Vice President, Managing Director, and General Manager.

Lunch will be provided for registered attendees following the event while supplies last.

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Ken Keller is Chairman of the Board, President, and Chief Executive Officer of Daiichi Sankyo, Inc.; Global Head of the Daiichi Sankyo Oncology Business; and a member of the global Board of Directors of Daiichi Sankyo Company, Limited.

Daiichi Sankyo is a company with more than 125 years of scientific experience and a legacy of innovation that's creating a new standard of care for cancer treatment. Ken joined Daiichi Sankyo a decade ago and today leads the Global Oncology Business, responsible for ensuring its innovative medicines are available to patients with cancer around the world. In his 10+ years at Daiichi Sankyo, he led its transformation from a cardiovascular company to a global leader in oncology. The company's flagship medicine is the most successful Antibody Drug Conjugate (ADC) ever, as measured by revenue, and has transformed the treatment of metastatic breast cancer. Daiichi Sankyo also received multiple scientific achievement awards, including the 2024 Prix Galien USA award for Best Biotechnology Product, considered the "Nobel Prize" of the biopharmaceutical and life science industry.

With over 30 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, Ken has led multiple billion-dollar franchises, having launched medicines in oncology, bone health, nephrology and inflammatory diseases. In his 10+ years at Daiichi Sankyo, Ken led its transformation from a cardiovascular company to a global leader in cancer care and now leads global strategy for oncology at the company. (Daiichi Sankyo's flagship medicine is the most successful antibody drug conjugate ever, as measured by revenue, and has transformed the treatment of metastatic breast cancer) Previously, he spent more than 20 years at Amgen in senior global and commercial leadership roles, including Vice President, Managing Director, and General Manager.

This discussion will be moderated by Peter Tollman, Executive in Residence and Adjunct Associate Professor of Business in the Decision, Risk, and Operations Division at Columbia Business School. Lunch will be provided to registered participants immediately following the event while supplies last.

This in-person-only event will be held at Columbia Business School in Geffen Hall's Cooperman Commons and is limited to Columbia University community members and invited guests. You must present a Columbia University or government-issued ID that matches the name used on your registration to enter.

Invitations are non-transferable. Registration links are emailed to school listservs and intended for the recipient only. Please do not share or forward them.

This event will be photographed and video recorded. Attendee images may appear on Columbia Business School (CBS) media channels. If this is a concern, please let us know. Note that large bags, luggage, placards, and signs are not permitted inside the venue. For further inquiries or assistance, contact us at thehub@gsb.columbia.edu.

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A Conversation with Ken Keller, President and CEO of Daiichi Sankyo, Inc.

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Eventbrite - The Hub at Columbia Business School presents A Conversation with Ken Keller, President and CEO of Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. - Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at Columbia Business School, David Geffen Hall, New York, NY. Find event and ticket information.

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World's largest job fair for Japanese-English bilinguals!

- In-person interviews and the possibility of offers

- Full-time to internship positions for students/graduates/working professionals

- Open to all candidates from various backgrounds

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CFN | Career Site for Japanese-English Bilingual Job Seekers

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Boston Career Forum | CFN（CareerForum.Net）

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Summit Career Academy Webinar (BCG, Amazon, Mitsubishi, KPMG) 11/19 7PM

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Summit Career Academy Webinar (BCG, Amazon, Mitsubishi, KPMG) 11/19 7PM

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SCA_人物面接対策ウェビナー

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CONSULTING Summit Career Academy Webinar (feat. McKinsey Bain BCG Kearney) 11/19 9PM

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CONSULTING Summit Career Academy Webinar (feat. McKinsey Bain BCG Kearney) 11/19 9PM

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SCA_ケース面接対策ウェビナー

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Lunch with AAI Acting Director, Prof. Qin Gao (11/13)

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Lunch with AAI Acting Director, Prof. Qin Gao (11/13)

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You’re invited to an informal conversation and lunch with Prof. Qin Gao, who is Acting Director of the Asian American Initiative (AAI) at Columbia University.

This is a great opportunity for undergraduate students to meet Dr. Gao and share thoughts and ideas for Columbia’s AAI. Lunch will be provided.

When: Thursday, November 13 | 12:30–1:30 p.m.

Where: Room 501D, Knox Hall

Please scan the QR code on the flyer to RSVP or follow this link.

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Redesigning Finance: Monex Group’s Bold Leap into the Future (11/13)

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Redesigning Finance: Monex Group’s Bold Leap into the Future (11/13)

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Thursday, November 13, 2025 | 12:45 – 1:45 PM (Lunch will be provided)
Room 570, Geffen Hall, Columbia Business School (map)
(645 West 130th Street, New York, NY 10027)

Featuring:

Yuko Seimei, Member of the Board; Representative Executive Officer; Chief Executive Officer, Monex Group, Inc.

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Thursday, November 13, 2025 | 12:45 – 1:45 PM (Lunch will be provided) Room 570, Geffen Hall, Columbia Business School (map)
(645 West 130th Street, New York, NY 10027)

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Gyoseki Fundamental Analysis Competition (Registration Deadline 10/31)

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Gyoseki Fundamental Analysis Competition (Registration Deadline 10/31)

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Are you interested in investing or becoming an institutional investor?

Join us and take on the challenge of a fundamental analysis competition.

This skill can be applied in finance, consulting, or corporate strategy.

We are partnering with Point72, BlackRock, Tokio Marine AM and other firms for you to gain a practical experience. Please see below for more details:

・About the competition (detail & REGISTRATION): https://www.gyoseki-competition.com/

・Digest movie: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eb34ThnhyOg

Benefits for joining:

・Hands-on, practical experience

・Exposure to alternative data used by professionals

・Learning know-hows directly from industry experts

・Networking opportunities

・Cash prizes

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Post-grad Sports Industry Job (Japanese/English Speakers) 

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Post-grad Sports Industry Job (Japanese/English Speakers) 

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@Wasserman:

Roles and opportunities change from time to time, however, we are looking for a Japanese-English bilingual speaker who is interested in the sports field, specifically baseball.

Contact: kohtaro.shimada@teamwass.com

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The Center on Japanese Economy and Business (CJEB) is the preeminent U.S. academic center focused on promoting knowledge of Japanese business systems in domestic, East Asia, and international contexts.

Website: https://business.columbia.edu/cjeb

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Global Recruitment Committee Application (International students) 

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Global Recruitment Committee Application (International students) 

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Students can apply to the GRC using the link above (Rolling Application)

In the GRC, members assist in connecting with international prospective students, welcoming admitted international students, supporting all Admissions' events, and answering questions from interested international students and applicants alike. We host virtual panels and Q&As, write post-cards for admitted students, and support in-person prospective/admitted student programming, among other things! GRC members also serve as liaisons between the Admissions Office and other campus communities in helping to further strengthen and bridge Columbia's international communities.