Career Center Information
What is a Career Center?
As social conditions change, with globalization and the demand for highly specialized professionals, many universities are strengthening their support for career paths and job hunting. Soka University dissolved its Career Development Department and established a Career Center in September 2004.
With the concept of "All of student life is career design," we aim to be an "information dissemination base" for each student to have a meaningful student life by providing hints and the latest information such as "career path," "student life goals," and "skills students should acquire during their time at university." We also define student life as a "preparation period for entering society," and provide support to connect students' future dreams with their student life.
Career Center Vision & Mission
Soka University Career Center has the following vision and mission:
Vision
A career center that develops talent to pave the way for their own future
A career center that contributes to society and develops "indispensable human resources" in the workplace
The Career Center aims to foster talent with the "Soka University Spirit" in the hopes of promoting the development of the university.
Mission
For students, they are a "bridge between society and school" and a "big supporter in deciding their career path."
Career Center Facilities
Career Center Office/Reception Desk
The Career Center office is located on the first floor of the Central Education Building. It receives visitors and handles general administrative procedures related to career and employment.
Career Advice Corner
We provide a wide range of consultations regarding career paths and employment for first through fourth year students, including those who want to clarify their future dreams and career paths, those who want to know how to get a specific job, and those who want advice and preparation for job hunting.
Career Seminar Room
The Career Center hosts various events. The room is equipped with large monitors and other audiovisual equipment, and is used for seminars by companies and small-scale discussion meetings.
Career Design Station
To help students think about their careers and work in their daily lives, we have provided a reading space with books on jobs and qualifications, newspapers, business magazines, and specialized magazines. Career consultations are also available here.
*During long school holidays (summer vacation: August, spring vacation: February to March), we accept visitors and handle administrative procedures here in the afternoons.
Interview Booth
A booth for online interviews has been set up in the Career Design Station. All current students can use it by making a reservation.
Display corner
On the bulletin board outside the Career Center, information on joint corporate seminars held off-campus, corporate seminar information (Tokyo and major metropolitan areas), internship information, etc. In addition, various career and employment-related information held on campus is also posted.
On the bulletin board inside the Career Center, information on local UIJ-turn relocations is posted by region.
Career Center Hours of Operation
Career Center Hours of Operation
| period | Monday - Friday | soil | Sundays and holidays |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class period | 9:30～17:00 | 9:30～12:00 | Close |
| Long-term vacation period | 9:30～12:00 | Close | Close |
Career Design Station opening hours
| period | Monday - Friday | soil | Sundays and holidays |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class period Long-term vacation period |
9:30～17:00 | Close | Close |
- Office hours may change during university events and exam periods. Please check the portal site for details.
- On days when classes are held on public holidays, the facility can be used in the same way as on weekdays.
AI Robot "Career Navi"
Nice to meet you, I'm "CareerNavi", an AI robot in charge of career support for Soka University students.
To briefly introduce myself, I was born in Tanukicho, Hachioji City, Tokyo in 2017. I am 130cm tall and weigh 130kg. My hobby is career counseling. My motto is "The demon of value creation."
I will also do my best as a member of the Career Center to pave the way for the future of Soka University students. I'll be waiting for you at the Career Center.
Career Center Publications
CAREER DESIGN BOOK (for 1st and 2nd year students)
The book uses diagrams to clearly explain the knowledge, mindset, and actions required to envision and realize your future. It also explains how to use the career support and career center available for first and second year students. You can also use the diary with the university schedule to lead a fulfilling student life.
SOKA Generic Skill Reinforcement Book (for second-year students)
This is a reinforcement book for second graders, full of hints and ideas for improving SOKA Generic Skills (SGS). It also comes with a worksheet, so you can set specific goals and plans.
Internship Guidebook
The Internship Guidebook provides basic information about internships, such as the types of internships, track record, how to search for internships, and steps for each schedule.
Career Guidebook (for those graduating in 2025)
The Career Guidebook is packed with all the information you need to know to get started on your job hunt. By reading this book, you can learn everything from the overall overview of job hunting to selection strategies, helping you to make progress in your job hunt. First, read this book.
Career Guidebook (for those graduating in 2026)
The Career Guidebook is packed with all the information you need to know to get started on your job hunt. By reading this book, you can learn everything from the overall overview of job hunting to selection strategies, helping you to make progress in your job hunt. First, read this book.
