Opportunities also exist for hosting Japanese students for the school year. Applications are due in early spring. They may work with youth programs. Representative programs are for three or six months. Depart in June or September.
Opportunities exist for several continents.
A limited number are selected. Application is due December 15. A state committee will screen the candidates. When they return, representatives give formal presentations in their community and in other counties upon request. A group of 15-19 year olds live with host families in another country for six weeks during the summer.