Spot Intern Recruitment

The Japan Chess Federation is now accepting applications for Spot Interns who can assist with selected day-to-day operations for a period of approximately three months.

 

Until now, the Japan Chess Federation has recruited Volunteer Staff who provide ongoing support for our daily activities. However, due in part to the high commitment required for long-term involvement, we have not been able to secure a sufficient number of staff, making additional support essential.

To address this challenge, we are launching a new Spot Intern program, designed to allow people whose availability varies by season or circumstance to contribute on a fixed-term basis.

This position is well suited for those who feel that long-term staff participation would be difficult, but who would like to contribute for a limited period, as well as for those who are interested in volunteering with the Federation but feel the commitment may be a bit daunting and would like to try it out first.

After gaining hands-on experience, Spot Interns may, if they wish, transition directly into a Volunteer Staff role.

Please read the information below and consider applying. We look forward to your interest and participation.

 

Open Positions

We are accepting applications for Spot Interns on an ongoing basis for the following roles.

No chess playing strength or tournament experience is required. All tasks are carried out online, so applicants may participate remotely regardless of their location.

 

Rating calculation tasks (organizing data for calculation and performing calculations using provided templates)
*Detailed instructions and procedures will be explained in advance, so no prior experience is required.

 

Through this work, you can gain the following skills and experience:

• • A practical, in-depth understanding of how player ratings are calculated through hands-on experience.
  • Increased familiarity with spreadsheet functions and macros, as you will have opportunities to work with them during data processing.

 

For the Rating Calculation Tasks, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• • Be a member of the Japan Chess Federation
  • Be able to communicate smoothly in Japanese, including text-based communication via PC or smartphone
  • Be able to allocate approximately 3–5 hours of working time during the latter part of each month (from the 21st to the end of the month) throughout the assignment period
  • Have experience using Excel or Google Sheets (basic knowledge of formulas is sufficient)
  • Be familiar with basic operations of Google Drive

 

Spot Intern Benefits

Spot Interns will receive the following benefits:

• An honorarium of JPY 3,000 per month

• Free access to archived videos from our YouTube Membership streams

• Free admission to Chess Center UENO

 

How to Apply

Please apply using the Google Form below.

Spot Intern Application Form

 

Application Process

After receiving your application, participation will be determined through the following steps:

1. Online interview (approximately 30 minutes)
   Discussion to align on the scope of activities and your preferred level of involvement
2. Internal review within the Federation and a decision on acceptance
3. (If accepted) Start of activities