Technical Intern Trainee Sending Organization

The Technical Intern Training Program of the Japanese government is implemented to accept interns to Japan for training in technical skills, knowledge, and industrial practices. Afterward, these skills are transferred back to Vietnam, contributing to workforce development and supporting Vietnam’s economic growth. At the same time, the program helps strengthen friendship and mutual understanding between Japan and Vietnam.

The working period for those participating in the Technical Intern Training program is up to 5 years, depending on each stage. Specifically:

• After passing the interview, candidates must study Japanese in Vietnam for 3–6 months before going to Japan
• For technical interns, the study and working period in Japan usually lasts from 1 to 3 years
• Legal participation in the program must be through authorized organizations such as the Ministry of Labor, Invalids and Social Affairs (MOLISA) or licensed sending companies

The program of working in Japan has many different names such as: Japan labor export, Japan trainees, Technical Intern Training, etc. Although there are various names, they all refer to the same program.

Currently, “Technical Intern Training” is the most commonly used term for this program.

The purpose of the Technical Intern Training (TITP) program is to accept workers from developing countries to undergo training, improve their skills, enhance industrial working style, and develop language ability within a specific period of 1 to 3 years.

The Technical Intern Training program in Japan brings many values and benefits to Vietnam:

• It helps train a generation of young people with strong technical skills in manufacturing, processing, and production, along with professional working attitudes and language ability
• Interns can accumulate a certain amount of savings, often reaching hundreds of millions of VND, as capital for future careers
• After returning to Vietnam, interns have opportunities to work in Japanese companies and factories, continue developing their skills, and build their careers
• If this generation fully utilizes these opportunities, they can become a bridge connecting Japanese small and large enterprises to invest more in Vietnam and promote technology transfer

Currently, people who wish to study and work in Japan can choose between two main programs:

• Male/Female, aged from 18 to 35

Education requirements:

• 1-year program: At least secondary school (junior high school)
• 3-year program: At least high school (senior high school)

Physical requirements:

• For males: Height from 160 cm, weight over 53 kg
• For females: Height from 153 cm, weight over 43 kg

Must be in good health and not suffer from diseases that are not permitted for entry into Japan, such as hepatitis B, HIV, color blindness, and other infectious diseases.

• 100% round-trip airfare is covered if you complete the contract as agreed
• Loan support is available for all candidates after passing the interview
• Free technical skill training for technical fields
• Enjoy benefits such as holidays, health insurance, unemployment insurance, etc.
• Opportunity to work and study in Japan for 1, 3, or 5 years
• After returning home, you can apply acquired skills, techniques, and production knowledge to work and life, or contribute to attracting Japanese investment to Vietnam
• Participate in Japanese language courses and professional skill training programs
• Ability to accumulate significant savings (around 25–30 million VND/month)
• Opportunity to work in well-known companies
• After completing the program, you can work for Japanese-invested companies in Vietnam
• Receive additional financial support after completing a 1–3 year contract
• Opportunity to return to Japan for work after going back home
• Possibility to save a substantial amount of money (approximately 150–800 million VND) as capital for future career or business

a. Curriculum Vitae (02 copies)

• Attach a 4x6 photo
• Certified and stamped by the local People’s Committee

b. Application form for working abroad (01 copy)

• Signed by the worker
• Confirmed by family
• Certified by local authorities

c. Residence information confirmation – Form CT07 (02 original copies)

• Issued by local police

d. Citizen ID card (03 notarized copies)

e. Secondary/High school diploma (03 notarized copies)

f. Vocational/College/University degree (if any – 02 notarized copies)

• Engineer applicants must submit transcripts certified by the school

g. Birth certificate (01 notarized copy)

h. Criminal record – Form No.2 (01 original)

i. Passport

• Submit the original after passing the selection

j. Photos as required:

• 15 photos (3x4, white background, white collared shirt, taken within 3 months)
• 02 photos (4.5x4.5)

Health check fees:

• General check: Male 1,295,000 VND – Female 1,345,000 VND
• Tuberculosis check: 500,000 VND

According to Law No. 69/2020/QH14, from January 2022, the service fee for participating in the 3-year Technical Intern Training program at Huy Khang has been reduced to the equivalent of 3 months’ salary stated in the contract, minus partial support paid monthly by the recruiting company over 36 months.

At Huy Khang, the participation cost includes the service fee and training (language & skills), starting from ONLY 37 MILLION VND. The cost may vary depending on the job salary, exchange rate, and in compliance with legal regulations.

You can contact Huy Khang via hotline, website, or social media for detailed consultation on the program costs.

The service fee does not include:

• Language and skill training fees (candidates must pay for required training)
• Health check fees
• Documentation processing fees

To know the total cost, please contact the hotline: (028) 3622 2299 for free consultation.

Japanese language training fees are non-refundable if you change your job field, stop studying, or do not proceed with departure.

For candidates participating in the Technical Intern Training program, the process is as follows:

Step 1: Meet with a consultant to receive information about policies and benefits
Step 2: Complete the required application documents
Step 3: Undergo a general health check
Step 4: Attend Japanese language training courses
Step 5: Participate in interviews with Japanese companies
Step 6: Sign the labor contract after passing the interview
Step 7: Receive work authorization and depart for Japan

Note: This process applies to both 1-year and 3-year Technical Intern programs.

The number of job orders requiring only a junior high school education is limited. However, these positions usually do not require prior experience in the applied field.

Since 2018, Japan has officially expanded the number of industries accepting foreign interns from 66 to 77.

For Men:

• Mechanical (welding, turning, milling, planing, stamping, painting, casting, mold making, etc.)
• Construction (rebar installation, scaffolding, formwork, interior finishing)
• Agriculture
• Electronics
• Product inspection (mechanical products, plastic molding)
• Food processing, seafood processing
• Hotel and restaurant services

For Women:

• Electronics assembly
• Printing
• Industrial packaging
• Plastic molding
• Carton box production
• Food processing
• Agriculture
• Fisheries
• Vegetable cutting and trimming
• Food decoration
• Mushroom cultivation
• Garment/textile
• Hotel and restaurant services

The basic salary that workers receive is usually around 25 – 30 million VND per month. This is the base salary, excluding food expenses and overtime pay.

After deducting costs such as food, accommodation, living expenses, and insurance, the monthly savings are typically around 16 – 20 million VND.

According to current regulations, there are 13 groups of diseases that do not meet the health requirements for working in Japan. These include:

• Eye diseases: night blindness, glaucoma, optic neuritis, retinal degeneration, cataracts, uveitis, severe eye conditions requiring treatment, severe ptosis, corrected vision below required standards
• Musculoskeletal diseases: severe osteoporosis, limb loss, advanced spinal degeneration, osteomyelitis, ankylosing spondylitis, rheumatoid arthritis
• Cardiovascular diseases: congenital heart disease, heart failure, coronary insufficiency, myocardial infarction, stroke sequelae, severe arrhythmia, myocarditis, pacemaker use, vascular inflammation
• Respiratory diseases: tuberculosis, pleural effusion, pulmonary fibrosis, asthma, lung cancer, chronic pulmonary heart disease, emphysema, lung abscess, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
• Digestive diseases: hepatitis A, B, C, gastric/duodenal ulcers with complications, cirrhosis, liver cancer, jaundice, liver abscess, enlarged spleen, gallstones
• Dermatological diseases: large tattoos, psoriasis, connective tissue diseases, leprosy, severe fungal infections, gonorrhea, skin infections, HIV/AIDS, sexually transmitted diseases such as syphilis
• Endocrine diseases: adrenal tumors, diabetes, adrenal insufficiency, diabetes insipidus, thyroid disorders
• Kidney and urinary diseases: kidney failure, urinary stones, nephrotic syndrome, kidney tumors, acute/chronic nephritis
• Neurological diseases: paralysis, motor disorders, polio sequelae, epilepsy, brain tumors, nervous system damage, herniated discs, ALS, Parkinson’s disease
• Mental disorders: emotional disorders, hysteria, schizophrenia, drug addiction, alcohol addiction
• Reproductive diseases: ovarian cysts, breast cancer, prostate tumors, genital cancers, cervical cancer, genital prolapse
• Ear, nose, and throat diseases: sinusitis, chronic otitis media, throat tumors/cancer, nasal polyps
• Oral and maxillofacial diseases: facial deformities, tumors or cysts in the oral/maxillofacial region affecting health and work

Currently, the regulations have become more flexible. For small tattoos, you will need to explain their meaning and confirm with the Japanese employer. If the employer agrees, you can still participate in the interview.

If you have Vietnamese nationality, you can participate in the Technical Intern Training program in Japan. In addition, if you belong to certain groups such as low-income households, near-poor households, families whose land has been reclaimed, relatives of people with meritorious service to the revolution, or ethnic minorities, you may receive government support policies in terms of finance, procedures, and scholarships.

Most candidates do not know Japanese before joining the program. After registering, you will receive Japanese language training. In addition, you will be trained in essential skills such as Japanese working style, effective working skills, and personal development skills before the interview.

The total training time from enrollment to departure is about 7.5 to 12 months. Specifically:

• After 1–3 months, you may be introduced for interviews
• If you pass the interview, you will continue advanced training for another 6–9 months

Therefore, the earliest time to go to Japan is about 7.5 months after enrollment. However, based on experience, the longer you study, the better your Japanese ability, working attitude, and career orientation will be, which will help you communicate and work more effectively in Japan.

According to regulations, all male Vietnamese citizens must perform military service if they receive a conscription notice. However, in some localities, workers who are participating in overseas employment programs under contract may be given priority for postponement of military service.

At Huy Khang, if you are participating in the program and receive a conscription notice, the company will provide documents certifying that you are undergoing training and participating in a Japan working program. These documents can be submitted to local authorities for consideration.

Being married or having children does not affect your ability to apply for working in Japan. However, depending on the job order, you should choose one that suits your personal situation.

That said, having a family or children may influence the evaluation by Japanese employers. What matters most is your determination, your willingness to work, and your commitment to completing the contract and maintaining good work performance during your time in Japan.

Workers who are preparing to work abroad and whose families face financial difficulties can apply for bank loans from institutions such as Agribank, VietinBank, or the Social Policy Bank in their local area. A key requirement for obtaining a loan is that you must have passed the interview and signed a labor contract.

Currently, many provinces have support policies for workers going abroad. Depending on the locality, you may be able to borrow 50%, 70%, or even 100% of the required amount. For detailed information, workers can contact the local Department of Labor, Invalids and Social Affairs or Employment Service Centers.

At Huy Khang, if trainees need to apply for a bank loan, the company will support them with the necessary documents so they can complete the loan procedures in their local area.

Most employers aim to recruit high-quality human resources. While experience and professional skills are important, during interviews, employers pay great attention to candidates’ attitude, confidence, and sense of responsibility, which are often the deciding factors.

Therefore, the key to a successful interview is to demonstrate good health, confidence, clear career goals, and a strong determination to improve yourself.

In particular, carefully researching the company and the job you are applying for is also an effective way to show your interest and motivation, helping to convince the employer.

With a Technical Intern Training visa, you cannot sponsor your spouse or children to live with you in Japan. This is because the program is designed for foreign workers to gain skills, knowledge, and experience within a limited period, rather than for long-term settlement. Allowing family members to join would not align with the original purpose of the program and may affect the learning process.

• Personal documents
• Money
• Luggage
• Personal belongings
• ID photos
• Mindset

• Always carry important personal documents such as: residence card, passport copy, and a notebook with important contact information (receiving company, sending company, etc.)
• Perform the job according to the signed labor contract
• Follow workplace rules and conditions
• Do not leave your job or follow others to quit your workplace illegally
• Refuse to do work outside your contract or permit, as violations may lead to penalties, arrest, or deportation
• In case of labor disputes or personal violations, immediately contact your sending company and Vietnamese authorities in Japan for support
• Comply with Japanese laws and respect local customs and culture
• Return to your home country upon contract completion as required by Japanese law
• Maintain good ethics and uphold the reputation of Vietnamese workers
• Continuously improve professional skills and cultural understanding
• Learn and practice Japanese for better communication
• Pay attention to workplace safety and avoid accidents
• Be cautious when signing documents you do not understand
• Keep some emergency savings for unexpected situations
• If facing difficulties, seek help from: your company, Vietnamese embassy, sending agency, or family

Workers can return to Japan for a second time if they meet two basic requirements:

• Pass the skill test in Japan
• Be re-employed by a Japanese company

In addition, they must meet other conditions such as:

• Properly complete the contract and return home on time
• Have certification from JITCO
• Not violate Japanese laws, have no unpaid debts (phone bills, installment payments, etc.)
• Return to Japan in the same job category as the previous visa
• Only applicable for 3-year interns (not 1-year programs)
• Have no criminal record after returning to Vietnam

Besides that, there are other ways to return to Japan:

• Engineer visa: If the intern had a university engineering degree before going to Japan, they can reapply under the Engineer program. They must stay in Vietnam for 6–12 months and have Japanese proficiency of N3 or higher.
• Student visa: Interns can return to Japan after at least 12 months in Vietnam with Japanese proficiency around N3. In this case, they mainly go for study and must cover their own expenses.

The cancellation of Technical Intern status may arise from either the intern or the recruiting company.

From the intern’s side:

• Developing one of the 13 prohibited diseases during training or before departure
• Female trainees becoming pregnant during the pre-departure period
• Lack of discipline and poor study attitude, including negative behaviors such as theft or substance abuse
• Voluntarily withdrawing from the job order due to personal reasons

From the company’s side:

• The company is no longer able to accept or employ the intern

In some cases, Technical Interns may have to return home earlier than expected due to contract violations, legal violations in Japan, or other personal reasons. Depending on the severity, appropriate handling measures will be applied.

However, this may result in the intern being required to compensate for contract-related costs and being placed on Japan’s immigration blacklist, which can make it very difficult to return to Japan in the future.

Therefore, it is important to strictly follow the contract terms and regulations to successfully complete your working period in Japan.

Currently, Nhat Huy Khang has an office in Aichi to support workers during their time in Japan, including:

• Accommodation and transportation
• Support in adapting to life in Japan
• Assistance with legal procedures, documents, and contracts
• Support in resolving issues between interns/engineers and the company

Contact information:
Aichi-ken, Nagoya-shi, Nakamura-ku, Taiko 5-8
Tel: (028) 3622 2299

You can also contact via the Nhat Huy Khang fanpage.

There are many job opportunities for Technical Intern Trainees after returning to Vietnam, such as: interpreters, Japanese language teachers, or working in Japanese companies and factories in Vietnam.