Fully Funded Internship in Japan 2025 for AI & Tech Students by METI
Job Detail
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Scholarship ID 311
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Eligible Region/Countries International Nations
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Funding Type Fully funded
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Gender Male/Female
Opportunity Description
The Internships in Japan for AI and Tech Talent are currently accepting applications; this internship program provides an excellent opportunity for students from various countries to gain knowledge and valuable experience. This internship, supported by Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry (METI), offers a completely funded opportunity for international students and recent graduates specializing in AI and IT. Through these internship programs, participants will acquire practical experience in Japanese firms.
This internship opportunity is available to people from countries listed by OECD/DAC and is part of METI’s effort to promote global business growth and enhance international cooperation. The initiative seeks to enhance the international expansion and globalization of Japanese businesses by linking them with talented professionals from around the globe.
Applicants holding a bachelor’s, master’s, or graduate degree can apply for this internship. The program lasts for 1.5 months and is scheduled to occur in Japan from October 31 to December 15, 2025. Chosen interns will obtain financial assistance, career training, and intercultural experiences while employed at top Japanese technology firms.
Brief Details About the Internship Program
Country: Japan
Host Organization: Japanese tech companies
Provided by: METI (Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry of Japan)
Program Duration: 1.5 months
Fields of Study: IT Engineering, Artificial Intelligence
Funding Type: Full-funded
Eligible Nations: OECD/DAC list countries (excluding China)
Submission Deadline: June 26, 2025
Benefits of the Internship Program
This internship program in Japan is completely sponsored and provides the following advantages for chosen applicants:
- Daily Allowance: 3,000 JPY each day for daily costs like food and local transport.
- Round-trip Airfare (International flights included): Complete coverage of airfare for journeys to and from the destination country.
- Housing during visit: Housing offered, which includes dormitories or leased apartments.
- Pre-departure and Cross-cultural Training: Instruction aimed at preparing individuals for residing and working in the host country, emphasizing cultural variances and safety measures.
Eligibility Criteria for the Internship in Japan 2025 for AI & Tech Students by METI
- Applicants must be a national of an OECD/DAC nation (not including China).
- Applicants are required to live outside of Japan.
- Applicants must either be students or recent graduates from a university, college, or technical institute (having graduated within the past 3 years).
- Applicants must be proficient in English communication.
- Applicants should not have Japanese language skills at JLPT N5 level or higher.
- Participants must dedicate themselves completely to the internship tasks throughout the duration of the program.
- Applicants should demonstrate a desire to aid in the globalization of Japanese firms.
- Candidates must fulfill any extra requirements specific to the company.
How to Apply
- Check the official internship site to collect information.
- Verify qualifications and due dates for the AI or IT Engineering programs.
- Get ready for the coding or AI competitions that are part of the selection procedure.
- Engage in pre-selection and matching, then enroll in training and start your internship in Japan.
For more details, visit the official website.
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