iBARAKICK! Program Opens Recruitment for 15 Ibaraki Companies to Host Outside Talent for Side Jobs and Internships in FY2026
NPO ETIC., commissioned by Ibaraki Prefecture, has started recruiting 15 host companies for the 2026 'iBARAKICK!' program, which matches urban talent with local businesses to solve regional issues and create relationship populations.
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NPO ETIC. (Shibuya, Tokyo) has been operating 'iBARAKICK!' since FY2022 as part of the 'FY2025 Connect Ibaraki Challenge Field Project' commissioned by Ibaraki Prefecture. The program aims to create 'relationship populations' through collaboration between urban talent and local companies. To date, it has matched 71 individuals from outside the prefecture with 59 local companies. Recruitment for 15 host companies for FY2026 has now begun, with a deadline of May 31 (Sun) 23:59.
### Official Website
https://ibarakick.etic.or.jp/
### Connecting Regions and People Through Work
Ibaraki Prefecture has been implementing this project since FY2019 to foster deep attachment to the region. iBARAKICK! focuses on 'deeply connecting with local leaders and resources through work.' Passionate business owners turn their challenges into projects, and by matching them with talent possessing external expertise and skills, they work together to revitalize the region. Over four years, the program has created three migrants and helped companies accelerate new businesses.
### Developing Regional Coordinators
ETIC. has been fostering 'Regional Coordinators' since 2004, creating over 400 coordinators in 120 groups nationwide. In Ibaraki, 16 coordinators have been developed over four years to ensure sustainable and voluntary matching between local challenges and urban talent.
### Three Features of the Program
1. Participation of Talent with Specialized Skills: Young professionals from major urban companies and university students with fresh perspectives join projects such as product development, PR, and HR strategy.
2. Support from Dedicated Coordinators: Coordinators from ETIC. and Ibaraki provide assistance from building the organization to hiring and consultation during activities.
3. Networking Opportunities: Multiple opportunities for exchange between host companies and participating talent are provided during the program.
### Recruitment Overview
- Period: April 28, 2026 (Tue) to May 31, 2026 (Sun)
- Target: 15 companies registered and based in Ibaraki Prefecture.
### Official Website
https://ibarakick.etic.or.jp/
### Connecting Regions and People Through Work
Ibaraki Prefecture has been implementing this project since FY2019 to foster deep attachment to the region. iBARAKICK! focuses on 'deeply connecting with local leaders and resources through work.' Passionate business owners turn their challenges into projects, and by matching them with talent possessing external expertise and skills, they work together to revitalize the region. Over four years, the program has created three migrants and helped companies accelerate new businesses.
### Developing Regional Coordinators
ETIC. has been fostering 'Regional Coordinators' since 2004, creating over 400 coordinators in 120 groups nationwide. In Ibaraki, 16 coordinators have been developed over four years to ensure sustainable and voluntary matching between local challenges and urban talent.
### Three Features of the Program
1. Participation of Talent with Specialized Skills: Young professionals from major urban companies and university students with fresh perspectives join projects such as product development, PR, and HR strategy.
2. Support from Dedicated Coordinators: Coordinators from ETIC. and Ibaraki provide assistance from building the organization to hiring and consultation during activities.
3. Networking Opportunities: Multiple opportunities for exchange between host companies and participating talent are provided during the program.
### Recruitment Overview
- Period: April 28, 2026 (Tue) to May 31, 2026 (Sun)
- Target: 15 companies registered and based in Ibaraki Prefecture.