I applied to NOVA through gaijinpot.com. I know it’s an easy way to get a visa sponsorship and start working quickly. This process was unbelievably fast. I was contacted and offered an interview within a few days. They asked me to provide scanned proof of my passport and university degree. The interview itself was more like an information session. I read the website and other online sources beforehand and had taken notes so it felt as though I was just relearning everything from the recruiter. I was asked only a few questions. Other than that, I sat and listened patiently to the interviewer. I had the opportunity to ask a few questions about the information along the way. I was offered a position the next day. NOVA sent me a contract, health form, more information about the position and asked me to fill out and return the items to Osaka by post so that they could start applying for my Certificate of Eligibility. They keep you updated throughout the process.