MAIA Opens Applications for the 3rd Cohort of 'Tochigi Digital Work Women's Project' for Women Residing in Tochigi
Commissioned by Tochigi Prefecture, MAIA Inc. has opened applications for the 3rd cohort of the 'Tochigi Digital Work Women's Project'. Targeting 30 women aged 18 and older residing in Tochigi, the program provides e-learning on IT skills, including generative AI and Office tools, alongside business skills for about 4 months. Post-completion, it supports flexible employment through work-sharing initiatives.
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To create environments where women can work authentically, MAIA Inc., which trains female digital talent and supports the digitalization of companies and local governments nationwide, has been commissioned by Tochigi Prefecture for the 'Women's Digital Work Sharing Model Project'. Accordingly, MAIA has opened applications for the 3rd cohort of the 'Tochigi Digital Work Women's Project' to promote the development of female talent active in the digital field within Tochigi Prefecture and to realize diverse work styles.
About the Tochigi Digital Work Women's Project
Through e-learning provided by MAIA, participants in the project will systematically learn the flow of core corporate operations while using systems. Since participants can learn the 'mechanisms to streamline clerical work digitally' from the basics, even IT beginners can comfortably take their first steps as digital professionals.
This fiscal year, the curriculum strengthens the utilization of generative AI, which significantly enhances operational efficiency, and Microsoft Office courses essential for business, realizing skill acquisition more directly linked to practical work. Furthermore, it offers a broad curriculum beyond IT skills, including essential mindsets and business skills for working, as well as financial training to review personal values.
After completion, the project aims to reduce anxieties about women's abilities and experiences while enabling them to work flexibly at higher rates through job introductions, including work-sharing tasks utilizing IT skills, as a way of working that is not restricted by time or location.
Tochigi Digital Work Women's Project 3rd Cohort Application Guidelines
(1) Application Period: May 18, 2026 (Mon) - July 31, 2026 (Fri)
(2) Learning Curriculum
① Business Skills Program (approx. 38 hours)
- Group training
- Business basics
- Self-improvement (Mindset)
- IT basics
- Telework basics
② Digital Skills Program (approx. 152 hours)
- Microsoft Office (Excel / PowerPoint)
- AI utilization / App development
- Core business systems
(3) Capacity: 30 participants
(4) Application Requirements
- Women aged 18 or older residing in Tochigi Prefecture
- Those who desire diverse work styles and are motivated to work
- Those who can prepare the recommended learning environment
- Those who can prepare a Gmail address
- Those who can cooperate with post-course surveys, etc.
*Participants will be selected through a screening process.
(6) Course Period: September 1, 2026 (Tue) - January 8, 2027 (Fri) (approx. 4 months)
(7) Tuition Fee: 33,000 yen (tax included)
In conjunction with this recruitment, information sessions for prospective participants will be held on the following dates.
◆ Information Sessions for Prospective Participants
① June 16, 2026 (Thu) 13:00 - 14:30
② July 16, 2026 (Thu) 20:00 - 21:30
*Participation in an information session or viewing the archived video is a mandatory requirement for application.
About the Tochigi Digital Work Women's Project
Through e-learning provided by MAIA, participants in the project will systematically learn the flow of core corporate operations while using systems. Since participants can learn the 'mechanisms to streamline clerical work digitally' from the basics, even IT beginners can comfortably take their first steps as digital professionals.
This fiscal year, the curriculum strengthens the utilization of generative AI, which significantly enhances operational efficiency, and Microsoft Office courses essential for business, realizing skill acquisition more directly linked to practical work. Furthermore, it offers a broad curriculum beyond IT skills, including essential mindsets and business skills for working, as well as financial training to review personal values.
After completion, the project aims to reduce anxieties about women's abilities and experiences while enabling them to work flexibly at higher rates through job introductions, including work-sharing tasks utilizing IT skills, as a way of working that is not restricted by time or location.
Tochigi Digital Work Women's Project 3rd Cohort Application Guidelines
(1) Application Period: May 18, 2026 (Mon) - July 31, 2026 (Fri)
(2) Learning Curriculum
① Business Skills Program (approx. 38 hours)
- Group training
- Business basics
- Self-improvement (Mindset)
- IT basics
- Telework basics
② Digital Skills Program (approx. 152 hours)
- Microsoft Office (Excel / PowerPoint)
- AI utilization / App development
- Core business systems
(3) Capacity: 30 participants
(4) Application Requirements
- Women aged 18 or older residing in Tochigi Prefecture
- Those who desire diverse work styles and are motivated to work
- Those who can prepare the recommended learning environment
- Those who can prepare a Gmail address
- Those who can cooperate with post-course surveys, etc.
*Participants will be selected through a screening process.
(6) Course Period: September 1, 2026 (Tue) - January 8, 2027 (Fri) (approx. 4 months)
(7) Tuition Fee: 33,000 yen (tax included)
In conjunction with this recruitment, information sessions for prospective participants will be held on the following dates.
◆ Information Sessions for Prospective Participants
① June 16, 2026 (Thu) 13:00 - 14:30
② July 16, 2026 (Thu) 20:00 - 21:30
*Participation in an information session or viewing the archived video is a mandatory requirement for application.
FAQ
Is prior IT experience required?
No, the program is designed for beginners to learn systematically from the basics.
How is the program conducted?
Learning is primarily done through e-learning, covering about 190 hours of business and digital skills.
Will I be offered a job after completion?
You will be supported through work-sharing tasks and job referrals utilizing your IT skills.