We update our website periodically when opportunities become available, so please check out our application page.

We are able to connect you with companies or agencies we presently have a partnership with.

The goal of our apprenticeship program is to support those who wish to take what they have learned in Japan to make an impact in their home country, and we do not offer aid for the purpose of immigrating to Japan for long-term employment. Therefore, our program is targeted towards those who will be trained for three years in Japan then return to their home country.

No, you may submit it digitally through email.

Yes! You may consult with your supervising organization or with MJBL staff.

As with most jobs, you may discuss with your employer your desire to return home, use paid vacation, and (with your own personal funds) return home temporarily.

Only the program participant will be granted permission to enter Japan.

Depending on the program and recruitment period, the nationality of the apprentices is pre-determined, so please reference the application guidelines on our website.

If you are interested in the cultivation of human resources and international contribution, we welcome your application!

Generally, farming mentors are able to choose their supervising organization, however, under specific circumstances, we will connect you to an organization we have a partnership with.

After a supervising organization has been chosen, the sending agency, supervising organization, and our Foundation will conduct online and/or in-person interviews.

We appreciate your enthusiasm, however, the purpose of our program is to cultivate the skills of apprentices that can apply what they have learned in their home countries, and our program is, as a rule, set at 3 years.

You can check your eligibility by referring to our Application Requirements.

Our scholarship is currently is offered to students from countries listed under “Least Developed” on the DAC List of ODA Recipients prepared by the OECD. However, we periodically reevaluate and update our application requirements and would encourage you to check back again during our next application period to see if you are eligible to apply.

You can apply using our online scholarship application.

You may apply in English or Japanese.

Generally, the interview is conducted in Japanese. However, there is translation support in English.

MJBL requires that MJBL Scholars attend our biannual social gatherings, and only accept absence in the case of illness or academic commitments. If you are accepted as an MJBL Scholar, please consult with the Scholarship Program Office in the event that you are unable to attend.

You are able to apply for our scholarship as long as you have documentation of your acceptance to a Japanese university.

The scholarship is awarded to be used at the discretion of the MJBL Scholar as outlined in our Application Requirements. We do not, however, cover tuition or additional academic expenses accrued by the Scholar.

With the exception of governmental documents (passport, residence card, etc), we require that applicants submit the original version of their documents.

MJBL Scholars are under no obligation to repay the scholarship.

Please reach out to using our online form to discuss how your business or organization can partner with More Jobs Better Lives.

MJBL is enthusiastic to partner and collaborate with businesses and organizations of a variety of expertise and experiences as long as they share our vision for creating job opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. Examples of potential partnerships could be

• Businesses and organizations based in developing countries that want training opportunities in Japan
• Businesses and organizations interested in supporting human resource cultivation and job hunting opportunities
• Those who want to collaborate with or make use of the MJBL network/resources
• Media partners who would like to cover MJBL initiatives through interviews, etc.

Because every person, group, organization, and enterprise has something unique to offer to our work, no two partnerships will be exactly the same. MJBL is committed to addressing societal issues in a multitude of ways, so reach out to us so that we can discuss your goals together.

You can view our current partners on the About Us page.

Please refer to the Support Us page found on website for your donation options.

MJBL receives support from individual donors, enterprises, and organizations that share our vision.

Upon your decision to donate, you will be able to choose which of our initiatives you would like to directly contribute to. If unspecified, over 50% of your donation will be used to support the initiatives of our organizations, and the remainder will be used for operational costs.

Our annual report is coming soon!

Please contact us at info@mjblfoundation.org if you encounter an issue when donating.

Please refer to the Support Us page found on website for your donation options.

Please refer to the Support Us page found on website for your donation options.