| COUNTRY |
| India |
| EDUCATION |
| Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering, Savitribai Phule Pune University |
| COMPANY |
| a Japanese manufacturer specializing in hydraulic cylinders, lift brackets, image inspection systems, and IoT products for industrial applications. |
| SUMMARY |
| A mechanical engineering student, was captivated by Japanese mechatronics and robotics. In her second year, she joined FAST OFFER International to pursue a career in Japan. With dedication, she learned Japanese, passed mock interviews, and submitted key documents. Despite initial setbacks in job interviews, she persevered with her mentor’s support. Eventually, she secured a mechanical engineering job offer in Japan. Her journey is a testament to resilience, encouraging others to stay patient and keep striving toward their dreams. |
Taking Advantage of the Opportunity To Find a Mechanical Engineering Job in Japan
As someone who was studying mechanical engineering, Japanese technology in the fields of Mechatronics and Robotics always astounded me. That’s why in my 2nd year in college, when my friend told me about FAST OFFER International, a great program useful for overseas engineers, I jumped on the opportunity. This is my story on how I became a mechanical engineer in Japan as an international student.
Step 1 : Learning Japanese with FAST OFFER International
My friend and I both adventured into learning the Japanese language and culture. This was my first step to becoming a mechanical engineer in Japan as an International student. Learning Japanese was quite enjoyable when lessons were held in person at first. As online sessions became more common though, they became more challenging. Thankfully, my Japanese class professors were wonderful and made the entire online procedure simple and entertaining for us.
Step 2: Passing My Mock Interview During My Final Year in University
During my final year in university (2022), I was eligible for the mock interviews with my sensei (Japanese class professor). I was hesitant to speak Japanese initially, but with time, I gained confidence. I practiced Kaiwa (会話 – conversation or dialogue) a lot with my friends. Thanks to this, I was able to speak Japanese and passed the mock interview.
After my mock interview with sensei, I had a Skype interview with ASIA to JAPAN staff. This mock interview would judge me on three things:
- Basic Japanese skills – if I was good enough to face the actual interviews with the Japanese companies
- Knowledge proficiency– if I had clear knowledge about what I was studying and my research
- Reasons behind opting for Japan to start my career.
Step 3: Passing Documents Need for My FAST OFFER International profile
After passing the SKYPE interview, I had to submit these materials for my profile:
- PR Video – a quick video introducing yourself to Japanese companies.
- Final Year Project documents
- Internship Documents
As the PR video was the most important part and a first impression for the participating companies in the event, I made sure I looked presentable and delivered my content smoothly.
Step 4: Pushing through Failures: Japanese Job Interviews
Immediately, in a span of a week, I was chosen by a company! Due to a lack of confidence and language understanding, I was not able to clear it. After a month, I was again selected by a company. With the help of my FAST OFFER International mentor, I was able to clear the first 2 rounds of it. Unfortunately, I wasn’t able to clear the last one. I was deeply saddened, but my mentor motivated me and asked me to keep trying and never give up.
Step 5: Learning From My Mistakes to Secure a Mechanical Engineering Job Offer
The next month, I was again selected by a company. This time, my mentor and I made sure I was 100% prepared. I cleared the first round. The next day, there was an aptitude test (maths) and a personality test, basically to get an idea of my personality. After this test, I became eligible for the final interview and cleared it too!
I was on cloud nine when I heard from my career advisor that I cleared it! Soon, I received an offer letter from the company. My family members, friends, and the FAST OFFER staff who were with me all the way were all equally happy for me. It was like a dream come true.
Friends: Don’t Give Up! Keep on Trying!
To all my friends applying for this process, I would like to say that I hope you don’t give up and keep trying. If not this month, not even the next one, surely you will be able to crack it in the next one. Have patience and keep trying by giving your 100%. I hope, like mine, your dreams will come true too, and I surely would like to read your success stories as well.
Thank You, FAST OFFER International!
I would like to give a big hand of gratitude to my family for always believing in me. My friend who recommended such an amazing platform, all my Japanese class teachers, and the whole staff of FAST OFFER International, especially my mentor, and those who motivated me, and never gave up on me. Without you all, the whole journey would have been impossible.
