Q1: Do you do any internships?
A: We don't have any internship programs at the moment, but if we start one, we will be sure to announce it!
Q2: Are you accepting recent graduates?
A: Yes, we hire both recent graduates as well as mid-career professionals. You can apply through the Careers page on our Website. If you are a recent graduate and do not have any work experience, you do not need to submit a CV. However, we encourage you to send us a portfolio that demonstrates your skills.
Q3: I have applied before in the past, but can I apply again?
A: Yes. We ask that you wait at least six (6) months before submitting your next application. Showcase any skills that you may have improved on since your last application!
Q4: Can I apply for more than one position?
A: Yes. Please apply separately for each position.
Q5: Does education level have any impact on hiring?
A: No, it does not. We hire people of various backgrounds: vocational, technical, university (undergraduate, masters, doctorate), etc. Regardless of your academic background, we encourage you to showcase your skills and your ambitions for what you would like to do at KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS!
Q6: I live in Japan but have foreign citizenship. Can I still apply?
Q7: I currently live overseas outside of Japan. Can I apply?
Q8: I don't speak Japanese (nor English). Can I still apply?
Q1: How long does the screening process take after the documents have been submitted?
A: The process can take a week to one (1) month. Due to the high volume of applications that we receive, we will only contact those who have passed the screening process.
Q2: What is the screening process like?
Q3: How do I apply?
A: You can apply from the Careers page on our Website. Please use the Apply Now button on the job description page for the position you want to apply for.
Q4: Do you accept applications and documents by mail?
A: No, we only accept applications and documents online.
Q5: Is there someone I can talk to about harassment during the screening and other processes?
A: We at KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS believe that our applicants should be entitled to feeling safe when taking part in our screening processes, company orientations, internships and other activities. As such, we actively work towards preventing harassment in any environment.
Our employees will never individually contact you, ask for your personal contact information or attempt to contact you on social media outside of the application process.
If you believe you received communication that may be considered as harassment during such processes, or if there was anything that you felt was of concern, please contact us through the following helpline.
- Harassment Helpline: career@kojimaproductions.jp
The privacy of the person contacting us and of everyone involved will be preserved as we take any necessary measures.
Q1: What are vacations and holidays like?
A: You will get the following days off: Weekends (Saturday and Sunday), national holidays, summer vacation (5 days), paid leave, congratulatory/condolence leave, etc.
Q2: Are there any training available after joining the company?
A: Typically, your training will consist of OJT (on-the-job training), but we do offer workshops and other learning opportunities as well.
Q3: Do you offer remote work options or shorter work hours?
A: We support work styles based on your needs in special cases such as family circumstances. Please include this information on your application and we can discuss it in detail during your interview.
Q4: Is there support for maternity/paternity leave?
A: Yes, we have a maternity and childcare/paternity leave system. After taking childcare leave, we offer a work style balancing both caring for your family and work. More of our staff have taken childcare leave in recent years, including those as fathers! We also offer a financial bonus as a congratulatory gift.
Q5: Are there any activities outside of work?
A: We have in-house club activities where we encourage our staff to interact and be active outside of work. We also offer in-house fitness classes and language classes.
Q6: What are the benefits like?
A: We offer various insurances, transportation expenses, salary revision (once a year), medical checkups, congratulatory/condolence money, etc. For our permanent employees, we also have a corporate defined contribution pension plan and incentives. In addition, there are free drinks (beverages from the vending machines) and free massage rooms.