There are approximately 79,000 JET alumni spread across the world.
In this section, find out how to get involved in your local JET alumni community.
Learn about the volunteer organisations comprised of JET alumni, such as JETAA International (JETAA-I) and JET Alumni Associations (JETAA).
As of December 2025, there are 57 JETAA chapters active in 21 countries, that boast a total of approximately 24,000 members.
Get involved with the JETAA community to stay connected with fellow JET alumni and Japan, receive support in your post-Programme career, and more!
For those preparing to finish the Programme and/or Japan, please refer to the After JET Guide below for important information including about the Lump-sum Withdrawl Payment (pension refund).
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JET Streams
JET Streams is an online publication compiled by CLAIR, with the goal of strengthening the JET alumni network by providing an international forum for JET alumni to share their activities and experiences with one another.
JET Streams – Issue #60 (Summer 2025)
Testimonials
Breathe in, breathe out, and come enjoy being both side of the medal! I certainly do not regret it.
Joke is on me now, is it?
I am still at a loss whether I want to become a certified teacher once I head back to Canada. Even so, briefly turning into the person (rightfully) staring towards the back of the class is infinitely edifying. Past the first year, you get to follow your students’ English journey from beginning to end. You see them grow (and sometimes, amusingly outgrow their uniforms) at lightning speed.
What is the most bizarre thing about all of this? You get to do the exact same thing (except, maybe, the uniform part), at the exact same time. Coming to Japan might make you an educator, but it most notably makes you a student.
Breathe in, breathe out, and come enjoy being both side of the medal! I certainly do not regret it.
Assistant Language Teacher (ALT)
Frédérique Gamache
Prefectures：Niigata
FAQ
How can I obtain a letter of reference?
Letters of reference should be obtained directly from your former contracting organisation. Keep in mind that writing a letter of reference is not a common occurrence in Japan and that your former contracting organisation might need some guidance as to what type of letter is appropriate (perhaps providing some samples would be best). Please understand that letters of reference can only be provided by your employer, and therefore cannot be provided by CLAIR or by the Embassy or Consulate General of Japan in your home country.
How can I obtain proof of employment?
Proof of employment should be obtained from your former contracting organisation. Please understand that proof of employment including letters of reference can only be provided by your employer, and therefore cannot be provided by CLAIR, or an Embassy or Consulate General of Japan. It is recommended that you contact your former contracting organisation if you require proof of employment.
How do I join a JET Alumni Association?
JETAA aims to promote a broader and deeper understanding of Japan and the countries participating on the JET Programme. Chapter activities include assisting local Embassy or Consulate General of Japan staff with JET Programme application interviews and pre-departure orientations, offering support and providing information to those returning home, organising Japan-related events, etc. Each JETAA chapter maintains its own website and holds annual meetings. Please contact the JETAA chapter you would like to join directly, through their website or social media.
How do I inform CLAIR of a change in contact information?
In order to receive news from CLAIR about future events of interest to former JET participants, please inform CLAIR of any changes to your contact information. Please refer to this page for more information. Current JET participants should notify CLAIR via the contracting organisation.
How can I help new JET participants preparing to go to Japan?
If you wish to continue to be involved in the JET Programme, contact your closest JETAA chapter and Embassy or Consulate General of Japan.