METI Government Internships in Japan – Deadline June 30, 2024

Are you a student from a developing country with advanced skills and a desire to gain real-world experience in Japan? The METI (Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry) Government Paid Internship program could be your chance!

METI Government Internship 2024 Benefits

• Training: Includes pre-internship training covering business overviews and work culture.
• Travel and Accommodation: Airfare and housing arrangements are provided.
• Stipend: 3,000 yen per day for in-person; 1,000 yen per day equivalent for online internships.
• Equipment: Necessary computers are provided for the internship.
• Insurance: Internship insurance is covered

Eligibility Standards

• You must be a national of a country on the OECD/DAC list (excluding the People’s Republic of China). [Include the link: https://www.oecd.org/dac/financing-sustainable-development/development-finance-standards/DAC-List-of-ODA-Recipients-for-reporting-2024-25-flows.pdf]
• Language Skills: Proficiency in Japanese (JLPT N3 or higher) or in English.
• Age: Applicants should be aged 18 to 40 as of August 1, 2024.
• Educational Status: Students must provide a certificate of enrollment and a letter of recommendation. Graduates must provide a graduation certificate and a recommendation letter.
• Availability: Ability to dedicate full-time to the internship as per the program’s schedule.
• Other Qualifications: IELTS, TOEIC, TOEFL, CEFR, or JLPT certifications are required.
• Previous Participation: Applicants should not have participated in the program from FY2016 to FY2023.

Internship Options

• In-Person Internships: Work on-site at small to medium-sized Japanese companies.
• Online Internships: Participate remotely from your home country.

How to Apply?

Submit your application for METI government Japanese internship program here (https://internshipprogram.go.jp/english/intern/) before June 30th, 2024.