2nd Young Career Forum for the German-Japanese Economic Area

We are thrilled to invite you to the upcoming "2nd Young Career Forum for the German-Japanese Economic Area", an event designed to connect young professionals with company representatives and industry leaders from Japan and Germany. This unique forum serves as an invaluable platform for early-stage career information, fostering informed career decisions, and paving the way for future success.

The forum is organized in cooperation with Deutsch-Japanische Jugendgesellschaft (DJJG), and will take place as part of the "Annual Meeting of VDJG", the Federation of German-Japanese Associations, in Berlin. We would also like to explicitly invite all participants of the VDJG conference to join the Career Forum.

In today's globalized world, the importance of timely and accurate career guidance cannot be overstated. Our forum offers young professionals, students and apprentices the opportunity to gain crucial insights into the dynamic Japanese-German business landscape. By participating, you will be able to explore a wide range of career paths, understand industry trends, and discover the skills and qualifications that are in high demand. 

Our Agenda for You

• 13:30 Entry and registration
• 14:00 Opening and Welcome Address
• Dr. Julia Münch, Secretary General, JDZB
• Livia Rupp, Head of Organization Career Forum, DJJG
• 14:10 Keynote Speech [for all attendees]
• "Career Opportunities in Germany and Japan: Unlocking Potential through Japan-Focused Education", Paul Louis Demke, Career Management GmbH
• 14:30 Start of Coffee Talks [organized in parallel in small groups of max 15 attendees each according to your preferences transmitted with your registration via the green button above]
• Studying in Japan – An Experience Report
  by Lisa Galle
• Internship in Japan – An Experience Report
  by Jan Middelberg
• DAAD Scholarship in Japan – An Experience Report
  by Franziska Schmitt
• Application Processes in a Japanese Business Context
  by ADENI Recruitment Agency
• Working in Germany as a Japanese Professional – An Experience Report
  by Wataru Ono
• Workplace Etiquette in Japanese Companies – An Experience Report
  by Christina Pietsch and Jana Ludwig
• Cultural Differences in Business Practices between Germany and Japan
  by Marisa van Lessen, Career Management
• Career Paths in Research and Teaching in Japanese Studies
  by Prof. Dr. Michael Kinski, Goethe University Frankfurt am Main
• Career Paths in the Diplomatic Service
  by Dr. Volker Stanzel, former Ambassador of Germany to Japan
• 16:30 Wrap-up
• 17:00 End of the Career Forum

For Young Professionals: Why attending the Career Forum?

One of the key highlights of the "Young Career Forum for the German-Japanese Economic Area" is the direct contact and exchange of experiences it facilitates. Attendees will have the chance to engage in meaningful conversations and Coffe Talks with HR professionals and successful young professionals who have navigated the cross-cultural business environment. These interactions provide inspiration and also practical advice on how to build a successful international career.

Whether you are a recent graduate, a young professional at the start of your career journey, or someone looking to transition into a new role within the Japanese-German business context, this forum is the perfect venue to expand your network, enhance your knowledge, and take your career to the next level.

For Company Representatives: Why attending the Career Forum?

We also extend a special invitation to company representatives to join us at the Career Forum. This event offers an exceptional opportunity for organizations to showcase their advantages and position themselves as employers of choice among a pool of highly talented and motivated young professionals. Dive into talks with who might be your future team colleague and explore information on most recent labour market developments.

Registration and Participation Fee

Participation is free of charge. Registration can be completed with the green button above.

Event Language

German and English

Contact

Deutsch-Japanischer Wirtschaftskreis (DJW)
Anne Pomsel
Geschäftsführung
events@djw.de

We are looking forward to welcoming you!