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The IT Learning Program is a development program designed to help participants build a future career by systematically acquiring foundational IT knowledge and business skills over a period of up to two years as a Microsoft contract employee. Participants join in May each year and develop practical skills such as teamwork, communication, and document writing through project work, in addition to earning Microsoft certifications. The Microsoft certifications available through this program are highly regarded as foundational knowledge not only in the IT industry but across a wide range of industries. Program graduates go on to work in diverse fields, including at Microsoft Japan. Employment type: Contract employee. Salary: ¥250,000 per month (annual salary of ¥3,000,000). Employment period: May 16, 2027, to May 15, 2028. The IT Learning Program is renewed annually for a maximum of two years (through May 15, 2029). Work location: (At the time of hire) Microsoft Japan Co., Ltd. headquarters, Shinagawa Grand Central Tower, 2-16-3 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo (Konan Exit of Shinagawa Station). (Scope of changes) Tokyo headquarters and remote-work locations approved by the company, including employees’ homes. Working hours: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (including a one-hour break; 30 hours per week). Schedule: 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. is remote work (on office days, commuting time may be used for this period), and 1:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. is training (lectures and exercises). In the first year, classroom-style training (in person or remote) takes place on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, while Tuesdays and Thursdays are full days of independent study (remote work). In the second year, classroom-style training (in person or remote) takes place on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, while Tuesdays are full days of independent study (remote work). Participants are expected to work from the Shinagawa office one to three days per week on training days (the same applies in both the first and second years). Work arrangements and work locations may change based on operational needs for carrying out work (training) or company policy. For example, this may include switching from remote work to office work.
- High school diploma or higher - Possession of a disability certificate (renewal during the program is acceptable) - Ability to commute to Shinagawa by public transportation - Experience using Microsoft products such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams - Ability to arrange a broadband internet connection - Ability to learn, think, and take action independently - Enjoys continuous learning and growth, using feedback as a source of motivation - Able to contribute to the growth of colleagues and junior team members and learn together - Takes responsibility for assigned roles and results through to completion - Able to communicate candidly while ensuring mutual understanding - Able to adapt to flexible work arrangements, including remote work and working from the office
- Practical IT experience or English-language skills