APPLICATION
2019 Application Period is Now Open
Important Dates
2019 Conference: Nov 1-5, 2019 in Los Angeles, California
Application deadline: Sunday July 21, 2019 11:59 PM PDT
Application review period: 1-2 months after application
Application results: Early September notifications of results will be sent to applicants via email
Next Application review period: June-July 2020
Criteria
- Japanese American professional, 24-35 years old
- U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident
- Resident of the United States or Japan
- Available to attend the fall USJC Annual Conference
- Showcases a strong interest in U.S.-Japan relations through professional, academic, extracurricular or community involvement
- Demonstrates leadership experience
- Committed to continue to engage in U.S.-Japan Council programs and initiatives, regionally and/or nationally, after program
Benefits
- Transportation to and from the USJC Annual Conference
- Hotel accomodations
- Meals
- Conference Registration
- One-year of USJC Associate Membership (membership is normally by nomination and invitation)
Application
Please have the following documents ready upon submission of your application. All materials must be in English.
- Resume
- Personal Statement
- Letters of Recommendations (limit 2)