A recent survey has revealed that over 30% of graduation students of 2027 in Japan have already secured a job. Often occurring in Japan, this high early job commitment rate reflects a trend of companies securing talent well ahead of graduation. The trend indicates a highly competitive market among businesses to attract fresh graduates and a promising economy for students entering the workforce.
In Japan, job-hunting during one's senior year of university is a deeply ingrained culture. Companies tend to secure fresh graduates well in advance, leading to a phenomenon called 'naitei', or informal job offers given before graduation. This high early job commitment is often associated with economic prospects and societal stability. The result of such a survey is usually a topic of interest among students, parents, and businesses alike.
In contrast to Japan, the US and EU job market trends typically see graduates securing jobs after their graduation, often during the last semester or after receiving their degrees. Many companies in the US and EU, unlike those in Japan, do not generally offer 'naitei' or its equivalent, and the focus is more on internships or work experience during college years.