FOREIGN NATIONALS | METI Government of JAPAN Japan Internship Program

Eligibility	Foreign professionals with advanced skills who are nationals of developing countries (countries on the OECD/DAC list, excluding the People’s Republic of China) ▶ See the list below.https://www.oecd.org/en/topics/sub-issues/oda-eligibility-and-conditions/dac-list-of-oda-recipients.html
Number of Recruits	As a general guideline, about 1 person per company (maximum 100 companies).
Application Deadline	30 June, 2025 (Monday)
Internship Placement	・Small and medium-sized enterprises with their main business locations in Japan (excluding industry associations, non-profit organizations, and local governments). ・The host company will be selected through matching by the JIP Office. ・For the Online Course, the intern will work in their home or workspace, where they will carry out their internship under the direction and management of the host company.
Application requirements	Applicants must meet all of the following requirements: ・Agree with the purpose of this program and be able to cooperate in promoting the internationalization of Japanese companies, expanding overseas business, and building networks with overseas universities through internships. ・Have citizenship of a country on the OECD/DAC list (excluding the People's Republic of China). 　*Applicants may also apply if they live in a country other than their nationality (including developed countries). However, applicants currently residing in Japan are not eligible to apply. ・Have a certain level of Japanese proficiency (equivalent to JLPT N3 or higher) or English proficiency. ・In principle, be 18 to 40 years of age as of August 25, 2025. ・Students enrolled in or have completed a junior college, technical college, or other higher education institution graduates. ・Students must be able to submit a certificate of enrollment from their affiliated university, etc., and a letter of recommendation from their affiliated university or university faculty, etc. Graduates must be able to submit a graduation certificate from their affiliated university, and a letter of recommendation from their affiliated university faculty or institution, etc. ・Those who can submit various qualification certificates (IELTS, TOEIC, TOEFL, CEFR, JLPT, etc.) ・Those who can devote themselves to internships and training at companies and can be active on the activity plan dates submitted to the JIP Office. ・Those who have not yet finalized their employment and are eager to find employment in Japan (if already employed, this is possible if they strongly wish to change jobs to Japan). ・Those who meet the individual conditions set by each company. ・Those who have not participated in this program from FY2016 to FY2024.
Support and Benefits	・Providing various training for interns. 　(Cross-cultural understanding training, crisis management training, business Japanese training, mid-term follow-up training, career training, etc.) ・Insurance for internship (contract performance cost insurance, liability insurance, personal credit insurance) ＜Support by course＞【Online Course】・Providing communication environment such as PC, internet, contact means, etc. necessary for internship activities. ・Allowance: Provided in local currency the equivalent of 1,000 yen per day depending on the number of days of internship activities. 【In-person Course (first and second term)】・Providing transportation expenses to the training facility, accommodation during training. ・Allowance: Provided in multiple installments of 3,000 yen per day depending on the number of days of internship stay. ・Lending of mobile phone. ・Providing round-trip air tickets (economy class), insuring travel insurance for visiting Japan, assistance with obtaining a visa. 　※The host company will provide living environment such as accommodation and transportation to the company.
Expectations and Responsibilities	・Draw up an internship plan (company representative, intern's role, goals, etc.) in consultation with company representative. ・Participate in various training sessions and results presentations. ・Thoroughly ensure your own safety and health by contacting, reporting to, and consulting with the JIP Office and company. ・Submit various documents such as letters of recommendation, notifications, reports, etc. before, during, and after the internship. ・Act with responsibility as a participant in a project using public funds from the Japanese government.

※This internship program offers work experience opportunities with a Japanese company for a specific duration and does not constitute employment.

１. Recruitment / Information sessions1	Recruitment / Information sessions ●Interns who are nationals of the OECD/DAC listed countries (excluding the People's Republic of China) will be recruited. ●Please note that it is not necessary to attend the information session to apply.
２. Application2	Application ●Applications will be accepted online via the internship entry form on the website. ●First, please enter your email address in the form to provisionally register. ●Once you have provisionally registered, a URL to proceed with full registration will be sent to the email address you entered. ●Please access the URL you received, enter the required information, and complete your full registration.
３. Selection / Matching3	Selection / Matchinge ●When selecting candidates, the JIP Office will screen documents and conduct a first interview (in Japanese or English). ●During the interview, you will be asked to submit documents such as certificates (certificate of enrollment, language proficiency scores, etc.) and letters of recommendation. ●The JIP Office will match the experience and preferences of the intern applicant with the company's registration details and activity plans, and will prioritize the combination that is expected to achieve the goals of this project. ●Selected intern applicants will have an interview with the company (second interview), and the company will ultimately select the intern candidate. (As the interview is optional, it may not be held.) ●The company and intern applicant will be notified of the results of the matching, and the matching will be completed with the consent of both parties.
4. Notification of results/Conclusion of a contract4	Notification of results/conclusion ●After final confirmation by the JIP Office, a notice of acceptance will be sent to the intern and the company.
5. Conclusion of a contract5	Conclusion of a contract ●Regarding the acceptance of interns and the implementation of the internship, a contract that specifies the rules and obligations regarding acceptance will be concluded between the JIP Office, the company, and the intern. (In the case of the Online Course, a contract will be concluded between the company and the JIP Office, and between the intern and the JIP Office.) ●Under any circumstances, the intern cannot withdraw from the match after it has been made.

1. Submission of internship plan1	Submission of internship plan ●The host company will contact the intern and discuss the internship's mission, goals, plans, etc. Based on the decisions made, the company will submit an "Internship Plan" to the JIP Office. ●The JIP Office will arrange for the intern's insurance during the period of the internship.
2. Preparation before starting the internship2	Preparation before starting the internship 【In-person Course (for both first and second term)】・The company will prepare the workplace environment for you, including desks, chairs, PCs, and internet. The JIP Office will make the following arrangements for travel and acceptance: 1. Arrange a round-trip air ticket to Japan (economy class) 2. Provide assistance with obtaining a visa and other necessary documents. 3. Provide insurance coverage for travel to Japan ・The JIP Office will arrange for a mobile phone, which is necessary for safety management, etc. ・The company will prepare the living environment, such as arranging transportation from your accommodation or training venue to the company. 【Online Course】・The JIP Office will provide the necessary communication environment for your activities, including PCs, internet access, and means of contact.
3.Pre training3	Pre training ●During the guidance session, we will explain the rules for the internship and the system for daily reports, etc. ●A seminar will be held to provide insights into cross-cultural understanding and offer guidance on navigating the internship, including tips and precautions. * The timing and contents of the internship may vary depending on the internship type.

1. Submission of internship plan1

Submission of internship plan

●The host company will contact the intern and discuss the internship's mission, goals, plans, etc. Based on the decisions made, the company will submit an "Internship Plan" to the JIP Office.
●The JIP Office will arrange for the intern's insurance during the period of the internship.

2. Preparation before starting the internship2

Preparation before starting the internship

【In-person Course (for both first and second term)】

・The company will prepare the workplace environment for you, including desks, chairs, PCs, and internet.
The JIP Office will make the following arrangements for travel and acceptance:
1. Arrange a round-trip air ticket to Japan (economy class)
2. Provide assistance with obtaining a visa and other necessary documents.
3. Provide insurance coverage for travel to Japan
・The JIP Office will arrange for a mobile phone, which is necessary for safety management, etc.
・The company will prepare the living environment, such as arranging transportation from your accommodation or training venue to the company.

【Online Course】

・The JIP Office will provide the necessary communication environment for your activities, including PCs, internet access, and means of contact.

3.Pre training3

Pre training

●During the guidance session, we will explain the rules for the internship and the system for daily reports, etc.
●A seminar will be held to provide insights into cross-cultural understanding and offer guidance on navigating the internship, including tips and precautions.

* The timing and contents of the internship may vary depending on the internship type.

1. Interinship1	Interinship ●On the first day of the internship, the company and the intern must hold an orientation. Please confirm with the company the rules and precautions for activities, such as workplace regulations and contact methods. ●The company and the intern must hold meetings at least twice a week and communicate daily. In addition, please submit a daily report to the JIP Office. [In-person Course (first and second term)] ・If the intern travels more than 100 km, they must submit a long-distance travel application form to the JIP Office at least 5 business days in advance so that the intern's location can be confirmed at all times. [Online Course] ・If the intern will be visiting the host company's branch office or conducting on-site research outside the designated activity location, they must report to the JIP Office in advance and request their decision regarding the feasibility of carrying out the activities.
2. Mid-term follow-up training and mid-term interview2	Mid-term follow-up training and mid-term interview ●During the internship period, we will conduct mid-term follow-up training for the company representatives and the interns. In a group setting in Tokyo or Osaka or online, participants will share challenges and good examples of their hosting, learn how to overcome intercultural conflicts, and interact with other interns and companies. ●In the middle of the program, the JIP Office will visit the company for the In-person Course, and online interviews will be held between the JIP Office, the company representatives, and the interns for the Online Course.
3. Wrap up presentation3	Wrap up presentation ●A presentation of results is held online at the end of the internship. The company manager/supervisor and intern will deliver presentations on the internship outcomes and the achievement of the company’s mission. *Participation is mandatory for every training session and the wrap-up presentation. The JIP Office will inform participants of the schedule as soon as it is confirmed, so they should plan accordingly to ensure attendance.
4. Career training4	Career training ●Once all activities are completed and the online wrap up presentation is held, career training will be conducted at the training facility.
5. Conclusion of the internship5	Selection process ●The companies and the interns will submit various reports, settlement documents, etc. to the JIP Office by the due date. Following the review of the daily reports and documents, the JIP Office will provides the interns with an activity support fee.

Before submitting your application, please review and agree to the following:

1. Submitting an application does not guarantee a match with a host company.
2. We are unable to provide responses to inquiries regarding the selection process, reasons for acceptance or rejection, etc.
3. Even after approval by the screening committee and successful matching, there is a possibility of cancellation due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g., natural disasters).
4. Once a match is confirmed, it cannot be declined.
5. Once the internship has begun, interruptions are not permitted due to reasons from either the company or the intern. A completion certificate will not be issued if the internship is not completed.
6. As this is a government-funded internship program, internship outcomes may be published on the website, including the name of the company or institution, a summary of the internship, and information on the interview.

METI Government of JAPAN Japan Internship Program

METI Government of JAPAN, Japan Internship Program
3-1-30 Minami-Aoyama , Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-8351 Japan（in Pasona Inc.）