Internships in Japan
Our leading internships in Japan offer you the chance to gain invaluable professional experience in one of the most important cities in Asia, all while growing your global network and boosting your resume. Home to some of the world’s elite companies, the internship opportunities in Tokyo are endless and span a vast range of career fields.
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Overview
Launch your career with our Japan internship program, available in Tokyo, the world’s most populous metropolitan area. The city has been described as one of the world’s three “command centers” alongside London and New York. Here you will find top-tier law firms, world class fashion designers, leading marketing minds, and financial giants. It is the cradle from which companies like Sony, Canon and Honda rose to immeasurable heights. Japanese culture is like no other and the tailored professional skills you’ll gain through an internship in Tokyo will make you stand out from your peers.
Budding business and finance professionals need look no further than this Japanese city. Tokyo is one of the world’s most important financial hubs and home to over 50 of the Fortune Global 500 companies, the highest number of any city in the world. If your interests lie in the creative fields, Tokyo will provide you with the burst of inspiration that you need to set yourself apart from your peers, as Japan’s center of culture, communications and media.
Tokyo juxtaposes ancient traditions with innovation and futuristic functionality. From ancient Shinto shrines, sumo tournaments, and cherry blossom viewing festivals to the world’s tallest tower, multistorey arcade centers, unrivalled shopping district, and more Michelin stars than any other city in the world, Tokyo is the perfect combination of customs and innovation. Our international interns also like to take weekend trips to Japan’s other big cities like Osaka, Hokkaido, Kyoto and Okinawa Island.
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What's included
Professional internship
Professional development materialsCommunity & Events
The community that international interns become a part of when they undertake an internship in Tokyo is made up of diverse and talented individuals from around the world. As an intern in Tokyo, you’ll have the chance to make professional connections with both local Japanese professionals and international experts. Of course, living and commuting with other interns means you’ll also have a built-in group of friends with whom to explore all that Tokyo has to offer! In addition to an internship in your career field, our internship in Japan program provides an entire professional, cultural and social experience.
We also host regular informal meet-ups that include dinners, rooftop drinks, pub nights, museum visits, and even weekend beach or city trips! These events are all about building connections, exploring your destination, and sharing ideas for new adventures!
Check out what our on-program interns are up to:
Accommodation
We provide interns in Tokyo with accommodation in the safest and easiest-to-commute areas such as Nerima-ku, Itabashi-ku, Suginami-ku, or Koto-ku. The exact location of your accommodation won’t be confirmed until a few weeks before your arrival.
Private bedroom in a shared apartment
As an intern in Tokyo, you will live in a private lockable bedroom in a shared apartment with other program mates and residents of the apartment. Shared facilities include a shower room, bathroom, kitchen, and living area. Female-only floors are available. The apartments are professionally cleaned prior to your arrival and coined washing and drying machines are available. Each accommodation includes necessities such as bedding and WiFi. You will find all the essential shops and a good variety of restaurants in the vicinity. The accommodation is only a 10 minute walk to the nearest train station and we take great care to ensure that all our housing options are located within a reasonable commute (60-90 minutes is normal) to your work by metro or walking.
Private studios
If you wish to stay in a private studio, please select a non-accommodation program and we will provide you with further details. Please inform us at least 8 weeks prior to your start date if you wish to switch from an accommodation program.
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Visa Information
General Eligibility
- You must hold a passport with at least 6 months validity.
Visa Rules
- You must apply in-person to the Japan Embassy, in the country of your citizenship/long-term residence.
- The cost of the visa is estimated at 3,000 Japanese Yen. The Intern Group’s program fee does not cover this and other associated expenses regarding the visa application.
- This visa is valid for 3 months and lasts for 90 days (single entry) upon arrival.
- If your program lasts more than 90 days, you are required to leave (before your first entry permit expires) and re-enter Japan.
- You must not engage in paid activities in Japan.
Visa Type
- Temporary Visitor Visa
Immigration regulations are constantly changing so please be advised that the above information may differ anytime.
Career Advancement Training
Interns benefit from career advancement tools before, during, and following their Tokyo internship program. These tools enable you to successfully prepare for your internship before you start, make the most of your experience while you’re interning in Japan, and successfully sell your experience in interviews to future employers.
During your internship, training is delivered through a combination of videos, podcasts, articles, quizzes, and projects and you will receive a LinkedIn badge upon completion. Subjects include critical thinking, oral/written communication, teamwork, digital technology, leadership, professionalism, career management, and global/intellectual fluency.
You will also be granted access to our CV improvement tool and will be invited to attend exclusive tailor-made workshops including interview practice sessions with worldwide peers, CV review workshops, Linkedin workshops, and more!
Alumni Success coaching
Upon completing your internship in Tokyo, you'll have the opportunity to get guidance on your next career step from experienced career coaches. We are proud to have a portfolio of partnered experts who will be able to cover topics such as selling your international internship experience, LinkedIn branding, Salary negotiations, interview strategies, and other career-related topics.
Featured Roles
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24/7 Support
Our on-the-ground Tokyo team offers 24/7 support with local expertise, from start to finish. They are incredibly proud of the city’s life & culture and they want to show you why! They will organize your airport pick-up when you arrive in Tokyo. The team will also provide a thorough welcome orientation to help you settle into the city and feel at ease. Our Tokyo team is available throughout your internship program should you have any questions or queries.
We also partner with Talkspace to provide all our participants with fully anonymous access to a licensed online therapist for up to 3 months. This ensures you’ll always have someone to talk to when adjusting to life in your new city.
Fees & Start Dates
The cost of the program is fixed in Japanese Yen (JPY).
Please note that the below fees do not include visa costs, flights, insurance or daily food & drink. The summer fee is subject to your selected program start date. See our pricing page for more information and to find out about available discounts.
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