[Foreign Employment Materials] Comparison of Specified Skills vs Technical Intern Training

A brief explanation of the differences, characteristics, and recommendations of the main foreign employment systems, "Specified Skilled Worker" and "Technical Intern Training."

The main systems for hiring foreigners, "Specified Skilled Worker" and "Technical Intern Training," can be confusing in terms of which is better. Let me explain very simply. (Conclusion) If you already have technical intern trainees, go with Technical Intern Training; if you are starting to hire foreigners, I recommend Specified Skilled Worker. (Reason) The reason is the Japanese language level. Specified Skilled Worker requires the ability to engage in daily conversation in Japanese (N4), while Technical Intern Training involves studying but the language level varies by individual. This is the biggest difference when starting work. (Specific Example) In reality, Japanese staff on-site are busy and do not teach foreigners who do not understand Japanese. This is a significant factor in why some foreigners cannot work even after several years. (Conclusion) If your goal is not just to hire foreigners but to hire individuals who can do the job, then Specified Skilled Worker, which has a certain level of examination from the start, is more reassuring. Additionally, the total cost is lower for Specified Skilled Worker. You can download free materials (no registration required) regarding specific costs from the link below. However, there are also disadvantages to Specified Skilled Worker, one of which is the ability to change jobs. I will write about this in another blog.

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