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Tokyo, Japan

Summer Global Internship

Study Program Full-Time Internship

Dates

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8 weeks

Costs

$8,950 See Full Breakdown

Credit

6 semester hours

9 quarter hours

Eligibility

2.5 Overall GPA

Application Deadline

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Dates

-

8 weeks

Costs

$8,450 See Full Breakdown

Credit

6 semester hours

9 quarter hours

Eligibility

2.5 Overall GPA

Application Deadline

The application deadline has passed.

Apply Now

Request Information

Overview

Spend your summer interning abroad with CIEE in Tokyo! Asia’s largest metropolitan area, Tokyo is home to more than 14 million residents and nearly 15 million annual visitors. Boasting some of the world’s largest companies and brands, Tokyo offers student interns a vibrant global commercial hub with a cosmopolitan culture, world-class arts, excellent restaurants, and a diverse mix of companies perfect for developing your professional skill set.

When you apply to become a CIEE intern, our staff will work directly with you to match you with an internship opportunity that suits your unique needs and professional goals. While internships are competitive, CIEE will help you navigate the internship interview process to set you up for success. Our staff will offer you constructive resume revisions and provide you with the tools to succeed in your interview to ensure you are placed with the right opportunity. Learn more about our personalized placement process.

Internships are capacity-limited and competitive. They are offered in English and Japanese. Students with higher levels of Japanese may have more internship opportunities available.

Unique Experiences

Learn about traditional Japanese culture

at historical sites such as Meiji-jingu shrine and Senso-ji Temple

See the latest fashion trends

in world-renowned fashion districts such as Harajuku and Ginza

Stroll through Akihabara's electric town

heartland of “otaku” culture where anime, manga, video games, and electronics abound

5M

number of passengers passing through Shinjuku Train Station everyday

14

number of restaurants in Tokyo with three Michelin stars

2017

year Tokyo was ranked safest city in the world by the Economist Safe Cities Index

Experience
  • City Skyline of Tokyo, Japan

Your Destination

Not only is Tokyo one of the most dynamic and modern cities in the world, but it’s also one of the world’s most popular trendsetters. From technology to fashion, cuisine to cinema, Japanese culture has traveled far and wide around the globe.

Learn more about Tokyo and see past internship examples » 

CIEE wants all our students to feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to succeed while studying abroad. Local CIEE staff have provided details about conditions and cultural attitudes that students with specific identities might encounter in Tokyo. 

The Culture

tokyo student on a train looking out window at Mt. Fuji

Excursions & Activities

  • Take in Tokyo’s beautiful night scenery with a trip on the open-air Sky Bus 
  • Experience Japan’s passion for baseball at a local stadium 
  • Set out across the 918-meter-long-single-span suspension bridge to Odaiba. 
  • Find inner peace in an authentic Zen garden. 
tokyo tower sunset

Professional Development

  • Refine your resume and interviewing skills for the local business culture
  • Explore the professional working world of Tokyo through organizational site visits, industry networking events, and guest lectures
  • Participate in workshops that will help you make the most of your internship

Program Blogs

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Housing

Housing & Meals

Housing

CIEE Tokyo provides convenient housing to ensure you’re comfortable in your home away from home. All housing is within walking distance of train and subway stations, granting easy access to internship placement sites. Tokyo’s many iconic landmarks and attractions are accessible through one of the most efficient and comprehensive transportation networks in the world.   

Standard: Includes a single or double room at a hotel with a private bathroom. Hotels are located within the Greater Tokyo area.  

Meals

Students are responsible for their own meals. Tokyo boasts an amazing array of restaurants and eateries to satisfy any palate and diet. 

Transportation

Commute time from housing location to internship will vary depending on the location of the internship provider.  

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Standard housing

Hotel room

tokyo housing hotel single bathroom

Standard housing

Private bathroom

tokyo sushi train

Meals

Sushi served on a conveyor belt. 

Academics

Academics

As a global intern in Tokyo, you’ll work in a non-paying position within a wide range of opportunities across a diverse set of innovative industries. Extra-curricular cultural activities in and around Tokyo complement your coursework and immerse you in the history and culture of the city.

This eight-week program includes a full-time internship and an integrated online academic course. 

GPA

2.5

Language Requirements

There are no specific language requirements for this program.

Additional Requirements

Please refer to the detailed Program Essential Eligibility Criteria.

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Internship Placements
Internship opportunities will be available in the following areas:

  • Business and Communications
  • Information Technology and Computer Science
  • Non-profits and NGOs

We encourage students with an interest in Tokyo to apply early. Students should have relevant academic or professional experience related to the above-mentioned internship fields before applying.

Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for CIEE courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors.

Requirements

Students participate in an academic course taught in a hybrid learning environment alongside the eight-week, full-time internship. Participation in the integrated academic course and internship are mandatory for all participants.

Program Credit

Total credit: 6 U.S. semester/9 quarter credits

Course Credit

Internship: 6 U.S. semester/9 quarter credits; 15 integrated academic course hours, 225-300 internship placement hours

Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for CIEE courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors.

Academic Culture

Students are expected to dress and behave professionally throughout their internship project and are subject to the agreed-upon internship protocols arranged by CIEE and the host organizations. The academic course is designed to prepare students for leadership in a globally interdependent and culturally diverse workforce.

Class Format

Students participate in an eight-week CIEE full-time internship and academic course taught in an online learning environment. Class and/or work hours may be scheduled Monday-Friday, and attendance is strictly enforced for all. To avoid falling behind, students should not plan personal travel away from the city when classes are in session.

Grading

Students will be assessed via assignments and activities related to the academic course, including but not limited to: online discussion forums, reflective papers, individual or group presentations, analysis of readings, an internship work plan, and feedback from internship supervisor. Internship supervisors and students each provide written evaluations of progress towards goals.

Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for CIEE courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors.

Language of Instruction

English

Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for CIEE courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors.

Internships

Discover Internship Opportunities

We're excited you're considering this program! Next, explore the types of internships you can choose from for an epic internship abroad with CIEE Study Abroad.

Explore Industry Options

These industries are representative of the sectors you'll choose from during your CIEE Study Abroad internship program.

A female intern picks crops from a field

Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources

Gain experience in agricultural markets, agribusiness companies, and NGOs to study food production and global processes.

A female intern sits in front of a studio A/V board while recording

Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications

Immerse yourself in today's cutting-edge global media by working in film studios, media companies, the theater, and more.

Business Management and Administration Internships

Business Management and Administration

Study international business practices, multicultural leadership, and global market dynamics in Scotland, China, and more.

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Consumer Goods and Retail

Explore consumer behaviors, business strategies, international retail trends, and more in the global commerce marketplace.

A intern teacher works with her students in the classroom

Education and Training

Experience international teaching methodologies and curriculum development in classrooms around Jordan, Spain, and more.

Female finance intern presenting to coworkers at a whiteboard in a conference room

Finance

Study global markets, financial systems, and cross-border investment strategies in international firms, banks, and companies.

student interns standing in Spanish Parliament

Government and Public Administration

Gain insight into global policy-making, diplomatic relations, and governance practices in agencies, nonprofits, and firms.

A student intern sitting at a microscope in a lab

Health Science

Immerse yourself in global healthcare systems to study cross-border medical practices and address public health challenges.

A restaurant manager reviews information on a table with a chef

Hospitality and Tourism

Polish your hospitality management skills by studying global tourism practices, customer service excellence, and more.

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Human Services

Deepen your knowledge of human services through social welfare work, community development, and international advocacy.

A female intern works on a computer server

Information Technology

Explore diverse tech environments, cutting-edge innovation, and emerging technologies in South Korea, Spain, and more.

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Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security

Experience international legal systems, global justice issues, and law enforcement challenges in courts, firms, and agencies.

A female intern listens to instructions from her teacher

Manufacturing

Study global supply chains, production technologies, and international business strategies in England, Singapore, and more.

Marketing interns pose at a Loki premiere event

Marketing, Sales and Service

Explore global market dynamics, cross-cultural consumer engagement, and sales techniques in firms, agencies, and companies.

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Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

Gain hands-on skills in sustainable technologies, research projects, and scientific studies in Costa Rica, Mexico, and more.

And intern and a manger reviewing warehouse inventory

Transportation, Distribution and Logistics

Deepen your understanding of international trade dynamics, supply chains, and logistics in firms, agencies, and centers.

Browse Internship Opportunities

Explore internship placements available through this program to find the right fit for your academic and professional goals.

Summer 2025 Internships

  1. AI Engineering Intern

    Summer 2025

    AI Engineering Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    IT - General

    Company Industry

    Information Technology

    About the Role

    As an AI Engineering Intern, you will dive into the forefront of sales technology innovation. Collaborate with our experts to develop and optimize AI-powered solutions for streamlining sales processes. Gain hands-on experience in leveraging advanced algorithms to enhance document search, sharing, and enablement. Contribute to the development of cutting-edge AI capabilities that empower sales teams to achieve unprecedented efficiency and productivity. This internship offers a unique opportunity to learn, grow, and make a tangible impact in the dynamic field of AI-driven sales technology.

    About the Company

    Introducing a revolutionary B2B sales tech service, this platform offers a SaaS solution empowered with AI capabilities. Addressing document search, sharing, and enablement challenges within sales organizations, it streamlines processes and boosts productivity. By harnessing advanced AI algorithms, this service ensures seamless access to critical documents, facilitating efficient collaboration among sales teams. Experience the future of sales technology with this innovative solution, where efficiency and innovation converge to drive unparalleled business success.
    Company Industry

    Information Technology

    Job Type

    IT - General

  1. AI engineering intern

    Summer 2025

    AI engineering intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    IT - General

    Company Industry

    Information Technology

    About the Role


    We're hiring an AI engineer to develop cutting-edge AI solutions tailored for solo entrepreneurs. Responsibilities include designing and implementing AI algorithms, optimizing system performance, and integrating AI technologies into existing platforms. Requirements include a major in Computer Science or related field, proficiency in AI programming languages, and experience with machine learning frameworks. The ideal candidate is innovative, collaborative, and passionate about leveraging AI to drive business success.

    About the Company

    Experience cutting-edge AI solutions tailored for solo entrepreneurs at our platform. Boost productivity and streamline operations with personalized assistance and data analysis tools. Maximize efficiency and achieve unprecedented success in your ventures. Join us in harnessing the power of AI to elevate your entrepreneurial journey.
    Company Industry

    Information Technology

    Job Type

    IT - General

  1. Art Fair Intern

    Summer 2025

    Art Fair Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Arts

    Company Industry

    Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications

    About the Role

    The company is looking for innovative and creative interns who are interested in becoming a new addition to their art loving team. Depending on your interests and skillsets, there are positions open for marketing, operations, and gallery teams where you will be involved with the day-to-day operations as well as the planning and execution of their art fair.

    About the Company

    This is an exciting platform for commercial, artistic and intellectual exchange, and a nexus of cross-cultural discovery. The organization plays a role as an art fair and meeting place for the international art world, and brings together exceptional galleries from around the globe.

    Company Industry

    Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications

    Job Type

    Arts

  1. Art Gallery Intern

    Summer 2025

    Art Gallery Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Arts

    Company Industry

    Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications

    About the Role

    As a gallery intern, one of your primary roles will be to work with the team to maintain the daily operations of the gallery. Operational duties will include engaging with gallery visitors, facilitating art sales, and routine facility maintenance. You may also be involved in maintaining inventory records, updating and producing content for social media, and assist the staff with development/curatorial/research projects.

    About the Company

    This is an art gallery that aims to further enrich and expand contemporary art by supporting the production of artists, fostering and interacting with young artists, and creating many opportunities for promotion. They actively hold group and individual exhibitions at overseas art fairs and affiliated galleries and engage in branding their exclusive artists to the world.

    Company Industry

    Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications

    Job Type

    Arts

  1. Art Intern

    Summer 2025

    Art Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Arts

    Company Industry

    Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications

    About the Role

    The successful intern candidate will work as a video editor and content planner under the guidance of staff, where individual consideration for responsibilities will be given based upon the intern’s abilities, interests, character, and intended career path. Job responsibilities could include shooting and editing videos under the guidance of project managers and PR manager, documenting events and project, design work, and social media management.

    About the Company

    This company specializes in harnessing the power of art to transform and enhance office-spaces, university murals, or wherever an artist's touch is needed. The company seeks to offer clients a wide breadth of artistic talent/ creativity through a careful and thorough evaluation of their workspace by determining the correct approach in expressing the clients unique company culture through artistic works. This company establishes itself through its network of multi-faceted artists, its attentiveness to client requests and the ability to demonstrate the clients' values by art and its detailed curation.
    Company Industry

    Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications

    Job Type

    Arts

  1. Biotechnology Intern

    Summer 2025

    Biotechnology Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Biotechnology

    Company Industry

    Health Science

    About the Role

    As a biomedical intern, some of your responsibilities in this role would include gathering industry and workplace insights while performing support tasks such as learning how to use various equipment and technology, writing reports and documentation, maintaining data bases and so on. You may also assist the team in conducting research, gathering samples for laboratory procedures, and testing and implementation of new procedures.

    About the Company

    This is a medical startup which aims to provide novel possibilities for all life. Their revolutionary technology, DIO (Directly Induced Oocyte), is capable of producing an extremely large yield of fertilizable egg cells at a minimal cost in a fraction of the time.

    The startup aims to create state-of-the-art solutions to a myriad of problems surrounding pregnancy, including infertility as a result of age and hereditary disorders.
    Company Industry

    Health Science

    Job Type

    Biotechnology

  1. Business Data Intern

    Summer 2025

    Business Data Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    IT - General

    Company Industry

    Information Technology

    About the Role

    As a business intern, you will have the learn to undergo training and learn to use the knowledge obtained through the completion of the Appian course. You will get the chance to support business operations and experience an intercultural working environment as they explore further expansion into US and international markets. The position will train the intern to use the Appian platform and development web applications using low-code platforms to streamline business processes and improve overall efficiency.

    About the Company

    This company is an innovative AI and cloud-based solutions provider which works with major corporations both in Japan and globally. They actively utilize cutting-edge technologies to offer their services across all areas of business operations, maintenance, and system development.
    Company Industry

    Information Technology

    Job Type

    IT - General

  1. Business Development Intern

    Summer 2025

    Business Development Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Business - General

    Company Industry

    Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

    About the Role

    As a Business Development Intern, you will immerse yourself in the dynamic world of global entrepreneurship and investment. Assist in identifying and cultivating strategic partnerships to expand our portfolio of ventures across diverse industries. Gain hands-on experience in market research, prospecting, and relationship building. Collaborate with our team to drive growth and maximize opportunities for investors. Preferred candidates are outgoing and adept at building networks in the USA and Europe. This internship offers a unique opportunity to learn, contribute, and shape the future of business development in a global context.

    About the Company

    Unlocking global opportunities, the company's platform offers a diverse portfolio of ventures spanning various industries and sectors. From innovative startups to established enterprises, they curate a dynamic portfolio designed to drive growth and maximize returns for investors. With a focus on strategic partnerships and forward-thinking investments, they empower businesses to thrive in an ever-evolving global marketplace.

    Company Industry

    Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

    Job Type

    Business - General

  1. Business development intern

    Summer 2025

    Business development intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Marketing - Sales

    Company Industry

    Business Management and Administration

    About the Role

    This position seeks for interns with the following qualifications/ experiences:

    Support on creating business proposals and analyzing competitive landscapes. Be analytical, proactive, and passionate about the photography industry, with strong research and communication skills, and an interest in fostering global photographer networks.

    Responsibilities include identifying and evaluating new business opportunities, conducting market research, assisting in partnership development, and supporting strategic planning initiatives.

    About the Company

    The company creates a global platform enabling skilled photographers to thrive anywhere, ensuring their unique talents and services are appropriately valued. They provide access to exceptional photography sessions anytime, anywhere, connecting enterprises and people with professional photographers. Through these encounters, they aim to showcase the exceptional quality of professional photography.
    Company Industry

    Business Management and Administration

    Job Type

    Marketing - Sales

  1. Business Intern

    Summer 2025

    Business Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Business - General

    Company Industry

    Health Science

    About the Role

    In this role, you will work on coordinating and fulfilling client and customer requests, and to maintain orders and spreadsheet data in the internal system. You will be involved in making proposals and implementing strategies to transition the company to a paperless system, and work on marketing and packaging research and strategy.

    About the Company

    This is a small food manufacturing and distribution company, with stockists and distribution points across Japan. Their main products are their muesli and granola lines, covering all aspects from production to marketing and business operations.

    Company Industry

    Health Science

    Job Type

    Business - General

  1. Business Intern

    Summer 2025

    Business Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Business - Operations

    Company Industry

    Transportation, Distribution and Logistics

    About the Role

    As a business intern, you will be involved in the daily business operations and assist in the organization and analysis for domestic and international logistics and transportation services. You will support client requests and manage the workflow of orders and requirements through the systems utilized by the company.

    About the Company

    This company is a leading provider of international relocation services aimed at delivering comprehensive mobility solutions. They have an extensive network of offices across multiple commercial centers of Asia, provide a range of services including international/domestic relocation, end-to-end mobility solutions, commercial moving and air/sea freight forwarding services.
    Company Industry

    Transportation, Distribution and Logistics

    Job Type

    Business - Operations

  1. Business Intern

    Summer 2025

    Business Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Business - General

    Company Industry

    Business Management and Administration

    About the Role

    As a business intern, you will be exposed to the field of international business and the workings of cross-border US-Japan trade, and have the chance to be involved in networking meetings and outreach to companies interested in US-Japan business relations. You will be engaged in research, preparation of business materials, and related tasks.

    About the Company

    This host organization is a premier foreign business organization aimed to develop commerce between the US and Japan, promote the interests of US companies, and improve the international business environment in Japan. It is engaged in networking, information sharing, advocacy and community building efforts.
    Company Industry

    Business Management and Administration

    Job Type

    Business - General

  1. Business Intern

    Summer 2025

    Business Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Business - General

    Company Industry

    Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

    About the Role

    As a business intern, you will get the chance to be involved in daily business operations, and assist in various tasks related to partnerships and sales. You will engage in market and competitor research to help develop their product an d services, as well as accompanying technical presentations/demonstrations to external stakeholders as necessary.

    About the Company

    This IT company aims to contribute to the development and collaboration between Japanese companies and India through AI, JAVA, NET, Python, and DX transformation. They specialize in providing highly specialized software technology in various fields to fully bring out the high hardware technology and performance of end-users in the distribution and manufacturing industries as well as focusing on the application of AI technology to IoT services.
    Company Industry

    Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

    Job Type

    Business - General

  1. Business Intern

    Summer 2025

    Business Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Business - General

    Company Industry

    Business Management and Administration

    About the Role

    In this position, you will assist with responsibilities ranging from day-to-day operations and due diligence tasks (such as conducting industry and market research/market sizing analysis). You will be working in a small but engaged and dynamic team, and further tasks will be determined based on your interests and skill sets. As you will work with mostly Japanese companies and clients, some level of Japanese proficiency will be required for this position.

    About the Company

    This organization is a company builder on a mission to team up with exceptional founders and experts to create best-in-class software companies that solve their customer's toughest problems. Their approach is designed specifically to grow successful leaders and build best-in-class companies, following a tried and tested approach that leverages the best of their talent, data, network and experience.
    Company Industry

    Business Management and Administration

    Job Type

    Business - General

  1. Business Logistics Intern

    Summer 2025

    Business Logistics Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Business - Operations

    Company Industry

    Transportation, Distribution and Logistics

    About the Role

    The company is looking for engineers to build a system in order to further expand the software that we are developing. Ideal intern candidates should be majoring in science and engineering such as information engineering or software development, and who are interested in thinking about what they can do to promote trade in international logistic through effective IT solutions. Students need to have bilingual proficiency in English/Japanese to be considered for this position.

    About the Company

    This company is engaged in the logistics of selling/exporting used cars from Japan to overseas. As an unprecedented new initiative, from the standpoint of a platformer, they are developing software for the distribution of automobiles for sale in Japan and overseas.
    Company Industry

    Transportation, Distribution and Logistics

    Job Type

    Business - Operations

  1. Business Management Intern

    Summer 2025

    Business Management Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Business - Management

    Company Industry

    Business Management and Administration

    About the Role

    As a Business Management Intern with a focus on podcast management, you will do the following: Assist in coordinating and managing podcast production schedules, guest bookings, and content creation. Support the development and execution of strategic initiatives to enhance podcast visibility and audience engagement. Collaborate with the marketing team to promote podcast episodes across various channels.

    This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in podcast management while contributing to the growth and success of our platform.

    About the Company

    The company offers a suite of top-notch services to fuel client's business growth. From personalized coaching and expert business consulting to dynamic digital marketing solutions, they provide comprehensive support at every stage of the client's journey. Additionally, their platform offers cutting-edge online courses designed to empower entrepreneurs with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in today's competitive landscape. With a focus on scalability and innovation, the company is a trusted partner in unlocking full potential and achieving sustainable success.
    Company Industry

    Business Management and Administration

    Job Type

    Business - Management

  1. Business Management Intern

    Summer 2025

    Business Management Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Business - General

    Company Industry

    Information Technology

    About the Role

    Join this organization as a Business Management Intern at this innovative startup, leading the charge at the crossroads of impact, climate, clean, green, and fintech sectors. Based in Japan and Estonia, you'll support SMEs in harnessing their sustainability data and communication platform. Dive into tasks spanning data collection, analysis, and dissemination, driving efficiency and transparency. Contribute to the organization's mission of normalizing sustainability transparency, fostering business growth, and meaningful stakeholder engagement. Embrace the opportunity to shape the future of sustainability while gaining invaluable business management experience.

    About the Company

    Operating at the intersection of impact, climate, clean, green, and fintech sectors, this startup pioneers a sustainability data and communication platform. Based in Japan and Estonia, they empower SMEs to collect, analyze, and disseminate sustainability information efficiently. Their mission is to normalize sustainability transparency, catalyzing a transformation towards sustainability. By enhancing trust and transparency, they unlock business growth and impact, facilitating meaningful engagement with stakeholders across various formats.
    Company Industry

    Information Technology

    Job Type

    Business - General

  1. Business Writing Intern

    Summer 2025

    Business Writing Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Business - General

    Company Industry

    Business Management and Administration

    About the Role

    Become a Website Business Writing Intern, specializing in crafting compelling written content. Collaborate with the marketing team to create engaging website copy, blog posts, and marketing materials. Refine your writing skills and learn to tailor content to target audiences while adhering to brand guidelines. Assist in content strategy development and optimization efforts to drive website traffic and enhance user engagement. This internship offers valuable hands-on experience in business writing and digital marketing within a dynamic and supportive environment.

    About the Company

    The company offers a suite of top-notch services to fuel client's business growth. From personalized coaching and expert business consulting to dynamic digital marketing solutions, they provide comprehensive support at every stage of the client's journey. Additionally, their platform offers cutting-edge online courses designed to empower entrepreneurs with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in today's competitive landscape. With a focus on scalability and innovation, the company is a trusted partner in unlocking full potential and achieving sustainable success.
    Company Industry

    Business Management and Administration

    Job Type

    Business - General

  1. Coding intern

    Summer 2025

    Coding intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    IT - Web

    Company Industry

    Business Management and Administration

    About the Role

    This position seeks for interns with the following qualifications/ experiences:

    Support the company's mission of creating a global platform for skilled photographers. Responsibilities include studying programming languages and assisting developers in writing and debugging code. Ideal candidates are eager to learn, passionate about technology, and interested in contributing to the enhancement of a platform that connects people with professional photographers worldwide.

    This internship offers valuable opportunities to develop skills in software design, networks, systems, and testing.

    About the Company

    The company creates a global platform enabling skilled photographers to thrive anywhere, ensuring their unique talents and services are appropriately valued. They provide access to exceptional photography sessions anytime, anywhere, connecting enterprises and people with professional photographers. Through these encounters, they aim to showcase the exceptional quality of professional photography.
    Company Industry

    Business Management and Administration

    Job Type

    IT - Web

  1. Computer science intern

    Summer 2025

    Computer science intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    IT - General

    Company Industry

    Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

    About the Role

    This position seeks for students with the following qualifications/ experiences:

    Study any type of computer science, programming, UX/UI design, etc. Should be familiar with python, C++, Java, SQL or HTML.


    It would be a great plus if the interns have some independently developed projects. 

    About the Company

    Unlocking global opportunities, the company's platform offers a diverse portfolio of ventures spanning various industries and sectors. From innovative startups to established enterprises, they curate a dynamic portfolio designed to drive growth and maximize returns for investors. With a focus on strategic partnerships and forward-thinking investments, they empower businesses to thrive in an ever-evolving global marketplace.

    Company Industry

    Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

    Job Type

    IT - General

  1. Consulting intern

    Summer 2025

    Consulting intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Business - General

    Company Industry

    Marketing, Sales and Service

    About the Role

    The role focuses on market research and report development for Japanese companies venturing into global markets and foreign firms entering the Japanese market. Responsibilities include conducting market research on target demographics such as Gen Z and specific markets like the U.S., and crafting comprehensive reports. Ideal candidates should possess a keen interest in consulting, with majors in marketing, business, commerce, or related fields. Proficiency in Japanese is not required for this position.

    About the Company

    The company operates as a consultancy specializing in management strategies, offering tangible assistance in formulating and executing strategies for businesses and institutions aiming for international expansion. The team primarily comprises professionals from renowned global consulting firms such as BCG, Strategy&, and P&G. The primary objective is to engage in strategic consultancy that delivers genuine, impactful value to their clients.
    Company Industry

    Marketing, Sales and Service

    Job Type

    Business - General

  1. Creative Intern

    Summer 2025

    Creative Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Communication

    Company Industry

    Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications

    About the Role

    As a creative intern, you will have the chance to propose a project you hope to undertake; previous interns have worked on a variety of projects such as exploring the usage of AI in music video creation, working on a community event focused on gender issues, or looking at sustainable material design. You will be expected to propose a topic in the interview, and discuss your motivations and plans for an intended project.

    About the Company

    This host company is a creative network involving innovation labs in multiple locations worldwide. They specialize in creating products, services and experiences of the future by offering maker enthusiasts, businesses and everyday consumers the chance to access digital fabrication tools and experiences for fields ranging from fashion to biotechnology. Their mission is to foster creative communities and create a forum for collaboration.
    Company Industry

    Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications

    Job Type

    Communication

  1. Creative Production Intern

    Summer 2025

    Creative Production Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Communication

    Company Industry

    Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications

    About the Role

    As a creative production intern, you will have the opportunity to pitch ideas and content for the company's projects, and be involved in them from conceptualization to delivery. You will assist the production unit in their administrative and research tasks, and in helping the team with ongoing graphic design and the management of their portfolio of creatives. Students who are interested in graphic design, PR, talent management would be ideal.

    About the Company

    This is a creative and visual production company which produces photos and films for fashion, beauty and luxury lifestyle brands. They work across media producing commercials, campaigns, feature films, series, music videos and so on.
    Company Industry

    Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications

    Job Type

    Communication

  1. Design Intern

    Summer 2025

    Design Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Graphic Design

    Company Industry

    Information Technology

    About the Role

    Become a Design Intern at this groundbreaking startup, innovating at the intersection of impact, climate, clean, green, and fintech sectors. Dive into creating captivating visuals and user-friendly interfaces for sustainability data and communication platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless design integration. Embrace the company's mission of normalizing sustainability transparency, catalyzing transformation. Your designs will enhance trust, transparency, and business impact, fostering meaningful stakeholder engagement. Seize the opportunity in shaping the future of design in sustainability, gaining valuable experience along the way.

    About the Company

    Operating at the intersection of impact, climate, clean, green, and fintech sectors, this startup pioneers a sustainability data and communication platform. Based in Japan and Estonia, they empower SMEs to collect, analyze, and disseminate sustainability information efficiently. Their mission is to normalize sustainability transparency, catalyzing a transformation towards sustainability. By enhancing trust and transparency, they unlock business growth and impact, facilitating meaningful engagement with stakeholders across various formats.
    Company Industry

    Information Technology

    Job Type

    Graphic Design

  1. Design intern

    Summer 2025

    Design intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Graphic Design

    Company Industry

    Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications

    About the Role

    As a design intern, you will collaborate with seasoned professionals to create visually stunning content and marketing materials tailored to engage gaming enthusiasts. Bring your creativity to life as you assist in developing innovative design concepts that resonate with our audience. This hands-on role offers invaluable experience in a fast-paced industry, providing opportunities to refine your skills and leave a lasting impact on the gaming community.

    About the Company

    A specialized enterprise dedicated to connecting brands with gaming enthusiasts, the company employs esports, tailored messaging, and content promotion. Leveraging a blend of creativity and an intrinsic understanding of gaming culture, they craft impactful experiences designed to resonate deeply with gamers and aficionados alike. Their focus lies in delivering tailored marketing solutions that speak directly to the gaming community, fostering meaningful connections between brands and their target audience without compromising authenticity.
    Company Industry

    Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications

    Job Type

    Graphic Design

  1. Design Intern

    Summer 2025

    Design Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Graphic Design

    Company Industry

    Marketing, Sales and Service

    About the Role

    The company is seeking for Graphic Designer intern with marketing experience to craft bilingual UI/UX and diverse graphic solutions. You will do the followings: Collaborate on impactful projects, infusing creativity and expertise. Your designs will shape client visions into reality, aligning with their needs. Thrive in our fast-paced, collaborative environment, delivering high-quality designs that exceed expectations.

    This role may require portfolio to review before the interview.

    About the Company

    Based in Tokyo with origins in Silicon Valley and Boston, the company's creative team, led by designer entrepreneurs, offers bilingual services encompassing UI/UX design and development, strategic consultancy, and a diverse range of graphic design solutions. With a unique blend of international perspectives and innovative thinking, they cater to clients seeking cutting-edge design solutions tailored to their specific needs. The company brings client's visions to life and make a lasting impact in today's competitive landscape.
    Company Industry

    Marketing, Sales and Service

    Job Type

    Graphic Design

  1. Design intern

    Summer 2025

    Design intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Graphic Design

    Company Industry

    Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

    About the Role

    This position seeks for interns with the following qualifications/ experiences:

    Study any type of design, eg graphic design, industrial design or who have worked in a design related company. Have created their own website for a business they run on the side or a family or friend’s business. Familiar with the thought process of developing a website - visual communication, sourcing photos, writing copy, thinking about the user experience.

    About the Company

    Unlocking global opportunities, the company's platform offers a diverse portfolio of ventures spanning various industries and sectors. From innovative startups to established enterprises, they curate a dynamic portfolio designed to drive growth and maximize returns for investors. With a focus on strategic partnerships and forward-thinking investments, they empower businesses to thrive in an ever-evolving global marketplace.

    Company Industry

    Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

    Job Type

    Graphic Design

  1. Design intern

    Summer 2025

    Design intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Graphic Design

    Company Industry

    Business Management and Administration

    About the Role

    As a Graphic Design Intern, you will unleash your creativity in the realm of transformative business consulting. Collaborate with our experts to visually communicate our brand message and values across various platforms. Assist in the creation of compelling marketing materials, presentations, and digital assets. Gain hands-on experience in leveraging design principles to shape the future of business. This internship offers a unique opportunity to refine your skills, contribute to our mission, and make an impact in a competitive landscape.

    About the Company

    Specializing in transformative business consulting and advisory services, this company of dedicated experts guides organizations to unparalleled success. Leveraging industry insights and cutting-edge methodologies, they optimize operations, navigate complex challenges, and drive measurable results for sustainable growth. They help their partners unlock their full potential and stay ahead in today's competitive landscape.

    Company Industry

    Business Management and Administration

    Job Type

    Graphic Design

  1. Editorial Design Internship

    Summer 2025

    Editorial Design Internship

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Arts

    Company Industry

    Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications

    About the Role

    In this role, you will become familiar with multimedia and communications techniques, journalism, design, editing, proofreading, client work and general business as a creative in a multi-national environment in Tokyo, Japan. You will get the chance to put into practice in a real-life environment your theoretical knowledge and skills, and grasp the structure and functioning of a multimedia and marketing organization. Specific responsibilities will be tailored to individual interests and skill sets, but could include writing articles, building a writing/design portfolio, attending press events, editing, proofreading, translation, photography, website management, events management, social media assistance, research, and so on.

    About the Company

    This company produces one of Japan's premier English-language magazine covering the nation’s culture, art, fashion, entertainment and lifestyle for both local residents and aficionados abroad. With a focus on upcoming events, exhibitions and news, they comprehensively documents what’s happening in the world’s greatest capital city. In addition, they're also a marketing and multimedia communications company dedicated to creating business partnerships between Japan and the world. Through their diverse services, including social media, content creation, printing, event curation, web design, graphic design, translation and more, they help grow their own business while servicing companies and individuals looking to expand theirs by promoting their products and services in Japan.

    Company Industry

    Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications

    Job Type

    Arts

  1. Engineering Business Intern

    Summer 2025

    Engineering Business Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Business - General

    Company Industry

    Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

    About the Role

    This is a multicultural and collaborative team which is ideal for engineers who want to work globally. As the company is currently looking to expand their operations to California, students with interest in engineering and business/marketing insights would be ideal. You will get the chance to engage in market research, improving your skills and knowledge and contributing the the company's growth.

    About the Company

    This is a technology-driven, international start-up company whose primary business is software development. Their key services are Minimum Viable Product (MVP) and Proof of Concept (PoC) development with minimal functionality to help their clients validate the feasibility of new ideas and concepts. They also offer website development, custom systems development, mobile application development, and platform development. Through these projects, they hope to optimize their clients' business processes and offer both enhanced online presence and increased market competitiveness.
    Company Industry

    Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

    Job Type

    Business - General

  1. Engineering Intern

    Summer 2025

    Engineering Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    IT - General

    Company Industry

    Information Technology

    About the Role

    Join this company as an Engineering Intern at their pioneering startup, driving innovation at the nexus of impact, climate, clean, green, and fintech sectors. Utilize your proficiency in Python and Next.JS to develop and maintain their sustainability data and communication platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement efficient solutions and optimize platform performance. Embrace their mission of mainstreaming sustainability transparency, catalyzing transformation. Your contributions will enhance trust, transparency, and business impact, facilitating meaningful stakeholder engagement. Seize this opportunity to advance your engineering skills while shaping the future of sustainability.

    About the Company

    Operating at the intersection of impact, climate, clean, green, and fintech sectors, this startup pioneers a sustainability data and communication platform. Based in Japan and Estonia, they empower SMEs to collect, analyze, and disseminate sustainability information efficiently. Their mission is to normalize sustainability transparency, catalyzing a transformation towards sustainability. By enhancing trust and transparency, they unlock business growth and impact, facilitating meaningful engagement with stakeholders across various formats.
    Company Industry

    Information Technology

    Job Type

    IT - General

  1. Engineering Intern

    Summer 2025

    Engineering Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Manufacturing

    Company Industry

    Manufacturing

    About the Role

    In this position, you will have full exposure to multiple career paths within a manufacturing environment. Specific tasks will depend on individual interests and skill sets, but an intern can expect to support the engineering team in their day-to-day operation and engage in on the job learning reinforcement of what you learn in the classroom.

    About the Company

    This company designs sustainable systems, solutions and services for all mobility providers such as car makers, airplane manufacturers and locomotive engineers. Through advanced technology, this company seeks to offer optimal innovation strategies to enhance connectivity, style and safety for all users. One such innovation this company is currently developing is 4D imaging radar to improve driving safety and serve the development for autonomous vehicles.
    Company Industry

    Manufacturing

    Job Type

    Manufacturing

  1. Engineering Intern

    Summer 2025

    Engineering Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    IT - General

    Company Industry

    Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications

    About the Role

    As an engineering intern, you will work alongside our experienced engineering team to develop and optimize digital platforms and systems that enhance the gaming experience for our audience. From coding to troubleshooting, you'll gain hands-on experience in various facets of software and hardware engineering while contributing to the innovation and evolution of our products. This internship offers a unique opportunity to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact in the gaming industry.

    About the Company

    A specialized enterprise dedicated to connecting brands with gaming enthusiasts, the company employs esports, tailored messaging, and content promotion. Leveraging a blend of creativity and an intrinsic understanding of gaming culture, they craft impactful experiences designed to resonate deeply with gamers and aficionados alike. Their focus lies in delivering tailored marketing solutions that speak directly to the gaming community, fostering meaningful connections between brands and their target audience without compromising authenticity.
    Company Industry

    Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications

    Job Type

    IT - General

  1. Engineering Intern

    Summer 2025

    Engineering Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Engineering

    Company Industry

    Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

    About the Role

    As an engineering intern, you will get the chance to learn the responsibilities of a professional engineer, and assist in implementing features and resolving issues that meet business requirements and customer needs. You will interface with other members of the team to discuss and troubleshoot project needs, and accompany technical presentations/demonstrations to external stakeholders as necessary.

    About the Company

    This IT company aims to contribute to the development and collaboration between Japanese companies and India through AI, JAVA, NET, Python, and DX transformation. They specialize in providing highly specialized software technology in various fields to fully bring out the high hardware technology and performance of end-users in the distribution and manufacturing industries as well as focusing on the application of AI technology to IoT services.
    Company Industry

    Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

    Job Type

    Engineering

  1. Engineering Intern

    Summer 2025

    Engineering Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Engineering

    Company Industry

    Information Technology

    About the Role

    As a data engineering intern, you will assist with the development and maintenance of the company's in-house services and platforms. Specific projects will be decided based on your background and skill set, but you will learn and work on technologies like Java, Python, SQL, Amazon Redshift, Google Big Querry, etc., and have the opportunity to learn big data-related tools and improve your technical skills. You will collaborate with the team to cleanse big data and build infrastructure for data analysis.

    About the Company

    This is an IT company which aims to be a one-stop solutions provider from planning through to operations, using knowledge gained from years of developing and operating their own in-house services, as well as strength in UX Design and Big Data/AI Development. Their mission is to use the combined strength of IT and design to tackle and solve various problems.
    Company Industry

    Information Technology

    Job Type

    Engineering

  1. Event Planning Intern

    Summer 2025

    Event Planning Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Entertainment

    Company Industry

    Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications

    About the Role

    In this role, you will be supporting with the planning and implementing of up to 8 live/music events happening in Tokyo every month. You will assist with the event logistics, liaising with the team across different event preparation tasks, and have the chance to attend and support the set-up aspects of the live events. As you will be working with indie artists and the music scene, this would be ideal for a student with interest in the music industry.

    About the Company

    This company provides a platform for the never-ending search for good music and deliver events where you can find your favorite artists in every genre. They work to plan around 8 music events in Tokyo each month, and also work to bring international artists to Japan for gigs and events.

    Company Industry

    Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications

    Job Type

    Entertainment

  1. Game Design & Development Intern

    Summer 2025

    Game Design & Development Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Entertainment

    Company Industry

    Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications

    About the Role

    Specific tasks would depend on student profile and skill sets, but this would be ideal for candidates with programming experience (either game engines like Unity, Unreal, Phaser or Godot, or web-relevant skills like react, javascript etc), and 2D artists and graphic designers.

    About the Company

    This is a design-led studio focused on emerging platforms, where they create new kinds of experiences for players where they are, and where they will be. They also develop original games directly for players.
    Company Industry

    Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications

    Job Type

    Entertainment

  1. Graphic Design Intern

    Summer 2025

    Graphic Design Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Graphic Design

    Company Industry

    Human Services

    About the Role

    As a graphic design intern, you will be involved in the designing of their official website to create higher draw and engagement with potential partners and volunteers. You will assist with creating social media content to promote the organization and their fundraising efforts, such as social media posts, official releases, and work with the project team to coordinate logistical detail of various events and meetings. Knowledge in Adobe Illustrator or WordPress would be highly advantageous.

    About the Company

    This is the fundraising arm of a non-profit organization consisting of passionate volunteers from all around the world who work together to support charities throughout Japan. They have partnerships with other NPOs and companies to create awareness and raise funds for social justice initiatives, in particular their yearly fundraising event to raise funds for a children's hospice project.
    Company Industry

    Human Services

    Job Type

    Graphic Design

  1. HR Intern

    Summer 2025

    HR Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Business - Operations

    Company Industry

    Human Services

    About the Role

    As an HR intern, you will get the chance to gain hands-on experience in the field of human resources & operations, and deepen your general business knowledge or choose specific fields you would like to hone in on. You will assist in candidate sourcing, market research, and enhance your understanding of recruitment and HR practices.

    About the Company

    This is an executive search firm established in Singapore, with offices in 14 cities in Asia including Tokyo. They provide services mainly to foreign companies and excel in recruitment for senior management and professional positions. Their goal is to provide excellent human resources to their clients, to provide HR-related consulting services to their candidates, and to offer support as both business partner and career consultant via highly-personalized consulting services.
    Company Industry

    Human Services

    Job Type

    Business - Operations

  1. International Relations Research Intern

    Summer 2025

    International Relations Research Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Government

    Company Industry

    Government and Public Administration

    About the Role

    As a research intern, you will work on research and preparation of event materials, as well as participating in internal/external event coordination and execution. You will get the chance to develop social media campaigns, draft external communications, and enhance your organizational, proposal writing, and communication abilities.

    About the Company

    This is a non-profit organization aimed at building connections and developing people in and around Japan's Base Hosting Communities. It promotes the study of strategic, diplomatic, and legal issues affecting the Asia-Pacific region, leveraging its location to plan open seminars and strengthen networks between individuals and to promote dialogue and professional mentorship.
    Company Industry

    Government and Public Administration

    Job Type

    Government

  1. Legal Intern

    Summer 2025

    Legal Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Law

    Company Industry

    Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security

    About the Role

    As a legal intern, you will conduct research on relevant legal issues, and create legal memos describing the outcomes of research. You will also support the firm's marketing activities, and assist in planning for legal events and seminars.

    About the Company

    This company is a boutique Japanese law firm providing a broad range of legal services. The founder has worked with major US-based international law firms, and the firm's focus is on cross-border IP transactions such as global portfolio patent licensing, managing multinational IP litigations, and helping clients that own cutting-edge technologies. Their primary motivation is to advise clients on cross-border IP matters and to successfully manage cross-border collaborations by utilizing their team's experience in handling cross-border transaction and bridging the linguistic and cultural gaps between stakeholders.
    Company Industry

    Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security

    Job Type

    Law

  1. Market research intern

    Summer 2025

    Market research intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Marketing - Market Research

    Company Industry

    Information Technology

    About the Role

    Seeking a Market Research Analyst to conduct in-depth analysis of the solo entrepreneurship sector. Responsibilities include competitor analysis, trend identification, and data-driven strategy development. Requirements include a proven experience in market research, proficiency in research methodologies and analytical tools, and excellent communication skills. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and proactive in staying updated on industry trends and best practices.

    About the Company

    Experience cutting-edge AI solutions tailored for solo entrepreneurs at our platform. Boost productivity and streamline operations with personalized assistance and data analysis tools. Maximize efficiency and achieve unprecedented success in your ventures. Join us in harnessing the power of AI to elevate your entrepreneurial journey.
    Company Industry

    Information Technology

    Job Type

    Marketing - Market Research

  1. Marketing & Communications Intern

    Summer 2025

    Marketing & Communications Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Business - Finance

    Company Industry

    Finance

    About the Role

    In this role, you will be working on financial market research and creating promotional materials for publications relating to the Japanese market. You will assist in creating perception studies for client companies, and provide translation and cultural insights for cross-cultural business operations.

    About the Company

    This is a leading international business to business publisher, focused primarily on international finance. The company's primary role is to publish premium journalism, newsletters and research. In addition, it also runs conferences, seminars and training courses and is a provider of electronic business information through its capital market databases and emerging markets information service.
    Company Industry

    Finance

    Job Type

    Business - Finance

  1. Marketing Intern

    Summer 2025

    Marketing Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Marketing - General

    Company Industry

    Information Technology

    About the Role

    Join the team as a Marketing Intern at their pioneering startup, bridging impact, climate, clean, green, and fintech domains. You'll champion their sustainability data and communication platform to SMEs, driving marketing initiatives for efficient sustainability information dissemination. Embrace their mission of mainstreaming sustainability transparency, driving transformative change. Contribute to enhancing trust, transparency, and business impact, fostering meaningful stakeholder engagement across diverse platforms. Seize this opportunity to shape the future of marketing in sustainability while gaining invaluable experience.

    About the Company

    Operating at the intersection of impact, climate, clean, green, and fintech sectors, this startup pioneers a sustainability data and communication platform. Based in Japan and Estonia, they empower SMEs to collect, analyze, and disseminate sustainability information efficiently. Their mission is to normalize sustainability transparency, catalyzing a transformation towards sustainability. By enhancing trust and transparency, they unlock business growth and impact, facilitating meaningful engagement with stakeholders across various formats.
    Company Industry

    Information Technology

    Job Type

    Marketing - General

  1. Marketing intern

    Summer 2025

    Marketing intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Marketing - General

    Company Industry

    Business Management and Administration

    About the Role

    This position seeks for Marketing interns with the following qualifications/ experiences:

    Support on content creation and community engagement initiatives. Should be creative, proactive, and passionate about enhancing human interactions, with strong communication skills and an interest in digital marketing and social media strategies.

    Responsibilities include assisting with market research, developing and executing marketing campaigns, managing social media channels, and analyzing campaign performance.

    About the Company

    The company creates a global platform enabling skilled photographers to thrive anywhere, ensuring their unique talents and services are appropriately valued. They provide access to exceptional photography sessions anytime, anywhere, connecting enterprises and people with professional photographers. Through these encounters, they aim to showcase the exceptional quality of professional photography.
    Company Industry

    Business Management and Administration

    Job Type

    Marketing - General

  1. Marketing Intern

    Summer 2025

    Marketing Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Marketing - Digital

    Company Industry

    Human Services

    About the Role

    Seeking a dynamic Social Media Marketing Intern to amplify our digital footprint at our innovative company. Responsibilities include crafting engaging social media updates, strategizing online marketing initiatives, and fostering brand engagement. The ideal candidate possesses a keen understanding of social media platforms, trends, and analytics, with a passion for digital marketing. Collaborate with colleagues to execute campaigns, analyze performance metrics, and drive audience growth. This role offers an invaluable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in social media marketing while contributing to their mission of simplifying content management and enhancing digital collaboration.

    About the Company

    This innovative company specializes in providing comprehensive solutions for managing digital content and assets. With a focus on simplifying workflows and enhancing collaboration, they empower businesses to streamline content creation, organization, and distribution processes. Offering intuitive tools and personalized support, they enable clients to optimize their digital presence and achieve their goals effectively.
    Company Industry

    Human Services

    Job Type

    Marketing - Digital

  1. Marketing Intern

    Summer 2025

    Marketing Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Marketing - General

    Company Industry

    Education and Training

    About the Role

    As a marketing intern, you will be responsible for assisting with tasks related to digital marketing, market research, and social media engagements. You will create and distribute content such as online posts, infographics, and social media releases, and track social media engagement. You will brainstorm and research ideas, and support the marketing team.

    About the Company

    This is a language school which offers both Japanese and English-language education to embassies, foreign companies, and individuals by prioritizing a student-focused, goal-oriented delivery method. Their vision is to help foster an international community in various parts of Japan, and to promote communication between English and Japanese speakers to overcome cultural barriers. They also supply language training programs and activities to multinational companies to improve employee retention and train communicative skills.
    Company Industry

    Education and Training

    Job Type

    Marketing - General

  1. Marketing Intern

    Summer 2025

    Marketing Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Marketing - General

    Company Industry

    Business Management and Administration

    About the Role

    As a Marketing Intern, you will immerse yourself in the world of transformative business consulting. Assist in crafting and executing marketing strategies to amplify our brand presence. Gain hands-on experience in leveraging industry insights and cutting-edge methodologies to drive growth. Collaborate with experts to navigate complex challenges and shape the future of business. This internship offers a unique opportunity to learn and contribute to sustainable growth while unlocking your full potential in a competitive landscape.

    About the Company

    Specializing in transformative business consulting and advisory services, this company of dedicated experts guides organizations to unparalleled success. Leveraging industry insights and cutting-edge methodologies, they optimize operations, navigate complex challenges, and drive measurable results for sustainable growth. They help their partners unlock their full potential and stay ahead in today's competitive landscape.

    Company Industry

    Business Management and Administration

    Job Type

    Marketing - General

  1. Marketing Research Intern

    Summer 2025

    Marketing Research Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Marketing - Market Research

    Company Industry

    Marketing, Sales and Service

    About the Role

    As a market research intern, you will be involved in various aspects of planning, executing, and reporting market research for global brand and product development. You will be working directly with project managers to execute key research methodologies such as secondary research, industry reviews, consumer focus groups and telephone/internet surveys. As you will be interviewing Japanese consumers, fluency in English/Japanese is required for this position. Moreover, you will also gain exposure to development of actionable marketing strategies.

    About the Company

    This company is a full service Japan-based market research and innovation insights agency. They have operated for over 30 years and worked with most of the major international brands to have entered and prospered in Japan. As a proudly multicultural agency, they are known for the cultural depth and effectiveness of their responses to clients’ challenges, applying intelligent and efficient design to deliver actionable outcomes. Their aim is to deliver highly practical, prescriptive and actionable insights, no matter how difficult the challenge seems.
    Company Industry

    Marketing, Sales and Service

    Job Type

    Marketing - Market Research

  1. NGO Intern

    Summer 2025

    NGO Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Human Rights

    Company Industry

    Human Services

    About the Role

    As an NGO intern, you will be working on various tasks such as development of SDG-related materials, guest educator research, coordinating event and travel logistics and related-program tasks. You will get the change to be involved in aspects of grassroots activities for peace building. While not strictly required, proficiency in Mandarin or Korean language would be highly advantageous to assist with their growing number of non-Japanese volunteers and international outreach efforts.

    About the Company

    This is a NGO working to promote peace, human rights, and sustainability through various projects and campaigns. They work with both local and global partner organizations and individuals, using local grassroots actions, international conferences, global networking and media to raise awareness and make a positive impact on socio-political, economic and environmental issues.
    Company Industry

    Human Services

    Job Type

    Human Rights

  1. NGO Intern

    Summer 2025

    NGO Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Education

    Company Industry

    Human Services

    About the Role

    You will be involved in the organization's programs and operations in Japan, which include support the planning and execution of their student welfare and educational initiatives. Tasks range from researching and writing articles, to content creation, event planning, administration and logistics.

    About the Company

    This is a Japanese NGO that provides support and education for orphaned students around the world. Their support is centered around providing financial and emotional support to children and young people who have lost one or both parent(s). They aim to help secure access to higher education through loans and scholarships, encouraging these students to have ambitious dreams for their futures, and foster in them a sense of ‘paying forward’ the support they have received to their community or others who are in need.

    Company Industry

    Human Services

    Job Type

    Education

  1. NPO Intern

    Summer 2025

    NPO Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Human Rights

    Company Industry

    Human Services

    About the Role

    As a NPO intern, this position involves assisting in the coordination and implementation of support programs for local students from institutionalized homes. You will assist with branding and outreach efforts for potential donors and volunteers, as well as the planning and execution of guidance-based support programs. You will work with team members to develop marketing campaigns and educational curriculum for local institutionalized homes, and aid in the execution of collaboration projects between foster institutions and companies.

    About the Company

    This is a non-profit organization that is solely dedicated to nurturing and supporting local students from institutionalized homes. Their decade-long mission is to assist underprivileged students in becoming fully independent as they reach the age of 18, through programs that promote digital literacy, communication skills, and fostering connection and collaboration with the community.
    Company Industry

    Human Services

    Job Type

    Human Rights

  1. NPO Intern

    Summer 2025

    NPO Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Social Development

    Company Industry

    Hospitality and Tourism

    About the Role

    As a NPO intern, you will assist in the coordination and implementation of the organization's programs, such as custom-made sustainability programs or corporate volunteer programs. Students interested in project and event management, a well as community outreach and marketing communications in the field of non-profit organizations would be an ideal fit.

    About the Company

    This organization was born in 2009 from the simple yet powerful idea of giving back to the community. Their main project engages corporation action and local volunteers to clean up the marine debris that plagues the coastline, and they also run a large-scale community day of service. Their aim is to create family-friendly, immersive, grassroots experiences to help protect the environment by connecting hearts, minds, and nature.
    Company Industry

    Hospitality and Tourism

    Job Type

    Social Development

  1. Operation intern

    Summer 2025

    Operation intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Business - Operations

    Company Industry

    Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications

    About the Role

    You will collaborate with this company's seasoned team to execute electrifying gaming events that resonate with audiences globally. From logistical coordination to on-site management, leverage your Japanese language skills to ensure seamless operations. You will have chance to immerse yourself in the fast-paced environment of esports, gaining hands-on experience in event planning, production, and community engagement.

    About the Company

    A specialized enterprise dedicated to connecting brands with gaming enthusiasts, the company employs esports, tailored messaging, and content promotion. Leveraging a blend of creativity and an intrinsic understanding of gaming culture, they craft impactful experiences designed to resonate deeply with gamers and aficionados alike. Their focus lies in delivering tailored marketing solutions that speak directly to the gaming community, fostering meaningful connections between brands and their target audience without compromising authenticity.
    Company Industry

    Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications

    Job Type

    Business - Operations

  1. Operations Intern

    Summer 2025

    Operations Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Marketing - Market Research

    Company Industry

    Human Services

    About the Role

    As an Operations Associate Intern, you will do the following: Collaborate with operations and leadership to enhance internal documentation, including resources and databases. Create compelling press kits, branding decks, and client proposals to bolster consultant success and elevate candidate experiences. Conduct market research to inform business strategies and support client acquisition efforts. Innovate marketing initiatives to heighten brand visibility and engagement. This multifaceted role bridges operations, marketing, and strategy to drive organizational growth and client satisfaction.

    About the Company

    The company helps their clients elevate their team with precision hiring strategies. They specialize in sourcing top-tier talent to fuel your business growth. Their data-driven approach ensures transparency and efficiency throughout the recruiting process, delivering results with unparalleled speed. They help their clients build a dream team without the guesswork, leveraging our expertise to attract and retain superstars. Their clients can focus on innovation and scaling while they handle the rest, guaranteeing the best fit for the client's company's success.
    Company Industry

    Human Services

    Job Type

    Marketing - Market Research

  1. Placemaking Intern

    Summer 2025

    Placemaking Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Other

    Company Industry

    Business Management and Administration

    About the Role

    In this position, you will learn about research and consulting in an international, dynamic environment. You will assist the team in helping their clients envision “Place” by creating a strong vision and strategy, and developing a curated long-term program of cultural activity events, interactive experiences, pop-ups, art installations, and unique F&B initiatives for tailored real estate and commercial development projects. Interns will gain exposure to various departments and projects, and broaden their understanding of interconnected disciplines. Students from a wide range of majors who are interested in research, architecture, commercial development, social studies, and design would be ideal, and fluency in Japanese is required for this position.

    About the Company

    This company is a Tokyo-based placemaking consultancy focused on creating the strategies, concepts, and curated programs which power world-class luxury destinations and experiences. They have worked with various clients, which include leading international property developers, luxury brands, department stores, and district offices. Their placememaking is centered around the three key values of: luxury, international, and contemporary as they seek to provide comprehensive curation of ideas, experiences, social context, art and design in order to create truly unique and impactful spaces.
    Company Industry

    Business Management and Administration

    Job Type

    Other

  1. Product Management Intern

    Summer 2025

    Product Management Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Business - Management

    Company Industry

    Business Management and Administration

    About the Role

    Embark on a dynamic journey as a Product Management Intern. Dive into the realm of transformative business consulting, assisting in the development and optimization of innovative solutions. Gain hands-on experience in product lifecycle management, from conceptualization to execution. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to drive measurable results and shape the future of business. This internship offers a unique opportunity to hone your skills, contribute to sustainable growth, and unlock your full potential in a competitive landscape.

    About the Company

    Specializing in transformative business consulting and advisory services, this company of dedicated experts guides organizations to unparalleled success. Leveraging industry insights and cutting-edge methodologies, they optimize operations, navigate complex challenges, and drive measurable results for sustainable growth. They help their partners unlock their full potential and stay ahead in today's competitive landscape.

    Company Industry

    Business Management and Administration

    Job Type

    Business - Management

  1. Project Management Intern

    Summer 2025

    Project Management Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    IT - General

    Company Industry

    Information Technology

    About the Role

    As a project management intern, you will be in charge of product research and compiling data of competitors and market information. You will have the chance to gain valuable experience in data analytics, monitoring, Figma, UX design/research, and collaborate with a team of engineers and designers on aspects of project management and user research.

    About the Company

    This company is part of one of Japan's biggest and most well-known digital companies. They are an online language-teaching platform, and produce and run their own service in addition to providing service to other educational institutions around the world. The team is comprised primarily of engineers and system/product designers with many international staff members, and their mission is to make online learning (and teaching) fun, easy and engaging.
    Company Industry

    Information Technology

    Job Type

    IT - General

  1. Robotics Engineering Intern

    Summer 2025

    Robotics Engineering Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Engineering

    Company Industry

    Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

    About the Role

    As a robotics engineering intern, you'll assist the team on the development of autonomous mobile robots for retail stores. They are looking for a student who is interested in working on developing the position estimation software that also utilizes commercial devices, as well as other products in collaboration with AWS front-end and back-end team members. You will also help out with administration and other tasks as needed. You should have passion for robotics, and knowledge or interest in machine learning systems.

    About the Company

    This company aspires to deliver inspiration to the world with robotics. They are involved in the development of autonomous mobile robots for companies to enable to automation of retail operation and leverage collected in-store data to inform business operations. Their aim is to empower workers and support sustainable and attractive store operations.

    Company Industry

    Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

    Job Type

    Engineering

  1. Sales and Marketing Intern

    Summer 2025

    Sales and Marketing Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Communication

    Company Industry

    Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications

    About the Role

    This internship will enable you to become familiar with multimedia and communications techniques, journalism, design, sales, marketing, promotion, client work and general business in a multi-national environment in Tokyo, Japan. You will get the chance to put into practice in a real-life environment your theoretical knowledge and skills, and grasp the structure and functioning of a multimedia and marketing organization. You will also have the opportunity to work with the sales and marketing team, as well as collaborate with the editorial and design team.


    About the Company

    This company produces one of Japan's premier English-language magazine covering the nation’s culture, art, fashion, entertainment and lifestyle for both local residents and aficionados abroad. With a focus on upcoming events, exhibitions and news, they comprehensively documents what’s happening in the world’s greatest capital city. In addition, they're also a marketing and multimedia communications company dedicated to creating business partnerships between Japan and the world. Through their diverse services, including social media, content creation, printing, event curation, web design, graphic design, translation and more, they help grow their own business while servicing companies and individuals looking to expand theirs by promoting their products and services in Japan.

    Company Industry

    Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications

    Job Type

    Communication

  1. Sales Intern

    Summer 2025

    Sales Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Marketing - Sales

    Company Industry

    Information Technology

    About the Role

    As a sales intern, you will work together with your team to develop sales tactics, goal-setting, and receive mentorship on developing practical business knowledge. You will gain experience from all aspects of the sales process, from making client appointments to the final stage of contract signing. You will be expected to polish your communication, management and problem-solving skills, and the ability to build strong relationships with clients.

    About the Company

    This is a software and application development company which build products to help companies capitalize on video creators and influencer. They offer dashboard and tools that provide data analysis and and marketing strategy tools that allow for an overview of rankings, comprehensive viewership data and competition statistics.
    Company Industry

    Information Technology

    Job Type

    Marketing - Sales

  1. Social Media Intern

    Summer 2025

    Social Media Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Communication

    Company Industry

    Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications

    About the Role

    In this role, you will be working on development and implementation of social media strategies to reach a target audience. You are expected to create social media content such as images, video, text, and creative ideas. Familiarity with graphic design or layout would be advantageous for assisting with the creation of promotional campaign materials and external client-facing documents. You will also engage in researching and contacting influencers for relevant campaigns, and help create reports and breakdown of data to improve social media strategy.

    About the Company

    This company is an international PR and marketing firm which specializes in music and entertainment. They offer press releases in English and Japanese, in addition to digital marketing strategy, social media content, influencer campaigns and various other marketing services.
    Company Industry

    Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications

    Job Type

    Communication

  1. Social Media Intern

    Summer 2025

    Social Media Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Marketing - Digital

    Company Industry

    Hospitality and Tourism

    About the Role

    In this role, you would be involved with social media creation and management, including but not limited to proposing and creation visual content, writing blogs or longer journalistic pieces, or working in digital marketing to increase readership and traffic.

    About the Company

    This company specializes in offering custom tours in Japan, providing tourists with unrivaled quality tour guides. This company is committed to showing clients the most luxurious and exclusive places, restaurants and bars in Japan allowing them access to parts of the country that are usually unknown or inaccessible to regular tourists. By working alongside tour experts as well as through personalized consultation, a special tailored itinerary is designed and created in accordance with the needs and preferences of each unique client. All hotels, transportation, and activities will be booked by the company, ensuring an unforgettable experience.
    Company Industry

    Hospitality and Tourism

    Job Type

    Marketing - Digital

  1. Software Development Intern

    Summer 2025

    Software Development Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    IT - Software

    Company Industry

    Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

    About the Role

    As a software engineering intern, you are expected to have programming experience in the language of your choice. Specific projects will depend on your skill set and interest, but you will assist in developing and operating large-scale systems and services. You will work with the team and participate in coding and conducting system tests to enhance systems based on customer requests and requirements.

    About the Company

    This company is a market leader in AI and deep learning-based video analytics. They aim to revolutionize the retail industry with AI, by developing and providing AI camera solutions to solve problems and increase the value of retail spaces. Their products offer businesses the active use of video information (crime prevention, marketing, customer service support, and business efficiency improvement, etc.) to improve sales and overall operations.
    Company Industry

    Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

    Job Type

    IT - Software

  1. Software Development Intern

    Summer 2025

    Software Development Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    IT - General

    Company Industry

    Information Technology

    About the Role

    In this role, you will be involved in the company's tasks and operations, getting a chance to develop your skills and knowledge in software development, data analytics and/or engineering. The exact scope of tasks will be determined based on your current skillset and learning goals.

    About the Company

    This company is a one-stop IT consulting firm that provides clients with innovative solutions to all their business problems through digital transformation. They offer services in complete and comprehensive support in IT Product Development & Consulting, IT Due Diligence, and Cybersecurity. They have a diverse team consisting of highly-experienced experts in artificial intelligence, data science, software development, cybersecurity, and cloud infrastructure, and aim to contribute to society through the research and development of smart technologies and solutions that solve real-world challenges.
    Company Industry

    Information Technology

    Job Type

    IT - General

  1. Software Engineering Intern

    Summer 2025

    Software Engineering Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    IT - Software

    Company Industry

    Information Technology

    About the Role

    As a software engineering intern, you will be working on designing and developing a source-to-source compiler for a given pair of programming languages. You are expected to have working knowledge of one or more of the given programming languages (Python, C++, Rust) and an understanding of property-based testing. You will get the chance to develop your practical software engineering skills, and work in a team of driven innovators on a variety of projects.

    About the Company

    This company is a developer of generative design tooling software designed to merge the aesthetic, ergonomic, and functional aspects of good design and find optimized results. The company offers new product designs, current product redesigning, high-performance applications, and long-term R&D engagements, enabling clients to accelerate new product development, discover sustainability and achieve design excellence.
    Company Industry

    Information Technology

    Job Type

    IT - Software

  1. software engineering intern

    Summer 2025

    software engineering intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    IT - Software

    Company Industry

    Information Technology

    About the Role

    Software engineering intern will work on the following: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop cutting-edge solutions that enhance city experiences through data-driven innovation. Contribute to projects spanning optimization of travel routes, integration of diverse transportation services, and creation of smart city ecosystems. Gain hands-on experience in a dynamic environment, leveraging 21st-century technology to shape the future of living and travel spaces.

    About the Company

    The company pioneers innovative solutions for societal advancement, envisioning cities as sophisticated hosts catering to diverse needs 24/7. From optimizing travel routes to enhancing island living through autonomous driving, their data-driven approach transforms urban landscapes into seamless, personalized experiences. With a deep commitment to revitalizing Japan and beyond, they craft immersive environments that captivate visitors and redefine destination excellence.

    Company Industry

    Information Technology

    Job Type

    IT - Software

  1. Strategy & Communications Intern

    Summer 2025

    Strategy & Communications Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Communication

    Company Industry

    Marketing, Sales and Service

    About the Role

    Specific tasks and responsibilities will depend on student profile/interests, but this role should include research and analysis of market, geopolitical and/or business trends, media monitoring, and content/narrative development.

    About the Company

    This company is a New York-headquartered strategic advisory firm providing communications consulting solutions including brand strategy, corporate positioning, CEO and C-Suite strategic counsel, IPO advisory, government and public affairs advisory, and more. Their Tokyo office was established by a few years ago, and they are a fast-growing business with dynamic client accounts. Their strength lies in the breadth of their offering and ability to provide bespoke and seamless advisory services, on either a standalone or integrated basis.
    Company Industry

    Marketing, Sales and Service

    Job Type

    Communication

  1. Sustainability Branding Intern

    Summer 2025

    Sustainability Branding Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Environmental/Sustainability

    Company Industry

    Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications

    About the Role

    This position is perfect for students who want to work in an ethical and sustainable content creation team for the company's exciting new ethical media/EC platform. You will assist on a variety of projects with a focus on sustainability, social and environmental issues, helping brands become social changes for a better world. Some tasks you might be involved in include: conduct research and interviews as needed; create and revise content structure and drafts; confirm requirements with the project manager based on the assigned ideas; helping project coordination and management of film, marketing and creative projects, as well as administration for major foreign and Japanese clients.

    About the Company

    This company is a regenerative and ethical branding agency that focuses on solving problems, helping clients transform their brands and organizations into impactful and improved forms of themselves. They aim to use the power of film & design to champion change, and produce content that moves, and engages customers on an emotional level. They are engaged in designing impactful media, powerful narratives, and employing an innovative blend of journalistic and branding techniques.They have produced award-winning work for advertising, graphic design, web, film, television, music videos, augmented reality, art installations, live events and more.
    Company Industry

    Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications

    Job Type

    Environmental/Sustainability

  1. Sustainable Development Intern

    Summer 2025

    Sustainable Development Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Environmental/Sustainability

    Company Industry

    Government and Public Administration

    About the Role

    As a sustainable development intern, you will contribute to the host organization's ongoing climate change and social justice research and work on developing reports, presentations and analyzing relevant data. You will have the change to be involved in aspects of policy research and advocacy related to the field of environmental and social justice.

    About the Company

    This host organization is an NGO dedicated to achieving sustainable development and social justice in the society. Their objective is to facilitate change through policy- and practice-oriented research, carry out independent policy advocacy for vulnerable groups. and to highlight the role of individual voluntary action.
    Company Industry

    Government and Public Administration

    Job Type

    Environmental/Sustainability

  1. Sustainable Tech Intern

    Summer 2025

    Sustainable Tech Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Renewable Energy

    Company Industry

    Information Technology

    About the Role

    You will be working with the team to develop a consumer app, so you'll get the chance to improve your programming skills and (depending on your interests and skill set) be involved in other aspects of work such as project management and app/UX design.

    About the Company

    This company is a co-creative platform with a mission to help people live more sustainably, starting with the reduction of single-use plastics. Along with the development of a free water refill app that can be used around the world, they also provide creative educational experiences, consultancy services, lifestyle products, and collaborates with like-minded allies — building a movement towards a world where sustainable living is easy and fun!
    Company Industry

    Information Technology

    Job Type

    Renewable Energy

  1. Tech Intern

    Summer 2025

    Tech Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    IT - General

    Company Industry

    Information Technology

    About the Role

    As a tech intern, you will be responsible for assisting in the development of software applications and tools to help secure the company's digital assets. You are expected to have a strong foundation in programming languages such as Java, Python, or C++, and have a working understanding of network configuration and management, firewall installation, and relevant technical knowledge.

    About the Company

    This is a global cybersecurity company focused on facilitating cutting-edge innovation across the digital security sector. They provide security products for home and business users, covering all the main operating systems across server, cloud, and mobile deployments. Along with individual products and packages, they also offer services for corporations and large companies by offering a full range of solutions to protect corporate data.
    Company Industry

    Information Technology

    Job Type

    IT - General

  1. Technical Development Engineer Intern

    Summer 2025

    Technical Development Engineer Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    IT - Software

    Company Industry

    Information Technology

    About the Role

    Seeking a highly skilled Technical Development Intern to join our dynamic team. Assist in the development and optimization of industrial optimization tools for logistics, construction, and security sectors. Utilize advanced engineering techniques, including computer vision technology and autonomous robotics algorithms, to enhance our product offerings. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and refine solutions. This internship offers a unique opportunity to apply technical expertise, contribute to cutting-edge projects, and gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment.

    About the Company

    Founded in December 2020 in Tokyo, Japan, the company emerged as a spin-off from SRI International. Specializing in industrial optimization tools for logistics, construction, and security, its focus is on proprietary computer vision technology and autonomous robotics algorithms. Its flagship product is a Visual SLAM-based Indoor Positioning System, offering real-time asset localization and trajectory visualization with centimeter-level accuracy in GPS-denied environments like warehouses. Its solution enhances productivity and safety for forklift operations, benefiting logistics operators.
    Company Industry

    Information Technology

    Job Type

    IT - Software

  1. Tourism Intern

    Summer 2025

    Tourism Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Hospitality

    Company Industry

    Hospitality and Tourism

    About the Role

    In this role, you will have the opportunity to explore Tokyo and gain hands-on experience about the travel industry. You will get to join trial and real tours around Tokyo, assisting the team in conducting market research to uncover hidden gems in Tokyo and working on the database of activities and locations available in the city.

    About the Company

    This company specializes in offering custom tours in Japan, providing tourists with unrivaled quality tour guides. This company is committed to showing clients the most luxurious and exclusive places, restaurants and bars in Japan allowing them access to parts of the country that are usually unknown or inaccessible to regular tourists. By working alongside tour experts as well as through personalized consultation, a special tailored itinerary is designed and created in accordance with the needs and preferences of each unique client. All hotels, transportation, and activities will be booked by the company, ensuring an unforgettable experience.
    Company Industry

    Hospitality and Tourism

    Job Type

    Hospitality

  1. Translation Intern

    Summer 2025

    Translation Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Communication

    Company Industry

    Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications

    About the Role

    As a translation intern, you'll have the chance to explore different areas of translation, and be matched to a suitable project based on your field of interest and. While the team is made up of members with different nationalities and languages, you will be expected to having a working proficiency in both English and Japanese, and be interested in exposure to linguistic and cultural nuances.

    About the Company

    This host company is a translation agency comprised of experts in various fields, including law, finance, technology, patents, localization and tourism. They provide high quality multilingual DTP and editing services that cover everything from designing and formatting to editing, writing, proofreading and printing. Their business partners include local organizations, governmental bodies, and academic institutions. They also assist with Japanese market entry consulting and advising on market expansion.
    Company Industry

    Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications

    Job Type

    Communication

  1. Venture Capital fellowship intern

    Summer 2025

    Venture Capital fellowship intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Biotechnology

    Company Industry

    Health Science

    About the Role

    The company seeks a Venture Capital Fellowship Intern to support its mission in advancing microbiome-focused life science technologies. Responsibilities include evaluating potential investments, conducting market research, assisting in due diligence, and preparing reports. The intern will also help identify innovative startups, support portfolio management, and contribute to strategic planning. Ideal candidates are analytical, proactive, and passionate about the biotech sector, with strong research skills and a keen interest in microbial science and human health innovation.

    About the Company

    Based in Tokyo, Japan, the company is at the forefront of unlocking next-generation life science technologies, particularly focusing on the microbiome for human health. Aspiring to be an Innovation Hub in microbial communities and the human microbiome, it excels in three key areas: developing new businesses, creating biometric databases and data analysis platforms, and providing grants to expedite R&D. The company's commitment is to advance the understanding and application of microbial science for better health outcomes.
    Company Industry

    Health Science

    Job Type

    Biotechnology

  1. Videography Intern

    Summer 2025

    Videography Intern

    Tokyo, Japan

    Job Type

    Entertainment

    Company Industry

    Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications

    About the Role

    In this role, you will be helping to come with up ideas and working on shooting video content at the various live/music events organized by the company. This would be an ideal position for a student with interest in the music industry (both technical and creative) with prior experience in video taking and production.

    About the Company

    This company provides a platform for the never-ending search for good music and deliver events where you can find your favorite artists in every genre. They work to plan around 8 music events in Tokyo each month, and also work to bring international artists to Japan for gigs and events.

    Company Industry

    Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications

    Job Type

    Entertainment

Disclaimer: Internship placements are subject to availability and host employer hiring discretion. Application and payment of CIEE fees does not guarantee specific placement. This internship listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party.

Courses

Course Information

Summer Session II 2024

Course
Language
Semester Credit

Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
"(GI)" denotes courses that originated at CIEE's Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple CIEE sites.

Scholarships

Scholarships & Grants

CIEE offers scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.

Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:

  • Wollitzer Merit Scholarships in Area or Comparative Studies
  • Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
  • Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
  • CIEE Gilman Go Global Grant
  • MSI Grant
  • CIEE Stem Scholarship

To be considered, submit the CIEE Scholarships & Grants application within your CIEE program application.

Learn more about scholarships

Dates & Fees

Dates & Fees

You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.

Program

Application Due

Start Date

End Date

Fees & Housing
Program Summer 2025 8 weeks Start Date End Date Fees & Housing $8,950
Program Summer 2024 8 weeks Application Due Deadline Passed Start Date End Date Fees & Housing $8,450

To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, your college or university may charge additional fees for study abroad, or may require you to receive a transcript via CIEE's School of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.

Program Fees

CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.

Participation Confirmation = $300

Educational Costs = $4,950*

Housing = $3,500**

Insurance = $200

Total Fees = $8,950

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Meals not included in program fee = $840†

International Airfare = $1,700

Local Transportation = $150

Books & Supplies = $30

Personal expenses = $190††

Other = $150

Total Costs = $3,060

Financial Aid

CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

See Scholarships

*direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

**Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.

†For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.

††$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries

Program Fees

CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.

Participation Confirmation = $300

Educational Costs = $4,453

Housing = $3,500

Insurance = $197

Total Fees = $8,450

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Meals not included in program fee = $840†

International Airfare = $1,700

Local Transportation = $150

Books & Supplies = $30

Personal expenses = $190

Other = $150

Total Costs = $3,060

Financial Aid

CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

See Scholarships

†For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.

What's Included

Tuition

Housing

Pre-departure Advising

Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions

Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet

Orientation

Introduction to your program plus practical information about living in your host city

On-site Staff

Full-time program leadership and support in your city

Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities

Travel Protection

CIEE iNext travel protection

24/7 emergency on-site support

Staff

Our Staff

Starr Miyata

Starr Miyata

Academic Manager

Starr has several years of experience working in education equity and international education in both the U.S. and Japan.

Get Started Steps

Get Started

Here’s what you need to do to take the next steps:

1

Utilize the Internship Search Tool

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2

Start a Program Application

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3

Connect With Your Campus Study Abroad Office

Share your plans and confirm you're on track to meet all required steps to go abroad. 

4

Contact CIEE

We're here to help! Email us if you have questions or need help applying to this program. Upon your acceptance, you'll speak with on-site CIEE staff about your internship goals. CIEE will reach out to companies that align with your goals, interests, and qualifications.

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