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Internships in Japan

Internships in Tokyo

Intern Abroad HQ offers affordable and exciting internships in Japan. In the city of Tokyo, a city like no other, interns in Japan should come prepared for an eye-opening professional and cultural immersion that will create an unforgettable experience and incomparable internship. Internships in Japan are available year round, from a minimum duration requirement of just 4 weeks.

As a major business hub and economy, as well as being the upcoming host to the 2020 Olympic Games, Tokyo offers interns the opportunity to gain invaluable experience within an extraordinary city and unique culture. Both richly traditional and ultra progressive, Japan is a dream destination for many who seek professional growth and personal development.

At a glance...

    • Entry level programs from 4 weeks
    • Start dates every week
    • Intern fees from US$1,230
    • Includes accommodation
    • Reflective learning course
    • Japanese lessons available
    • 24/7 in-country support

Internship opportunities

Education internship in Japan

Youth Development & Education

Education is highly valued in Japan and students are encouraged to work hard for their future. After-school care centers and organizations provide valuable academic support and supervision outside of regular classroom hours. Interns with strong organization skills provide English-language immersion and learning assistance, while sharing their unique sense of fun and creativity.

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All Intern Abroad HQ programs include a guided reflection course, which combines personal development with professional competency building. Interns receive weekly reflection modules to complete during their program, which foster the acquisition of essential soft skills for employability and a resilient career. Each reflective journaling task introduces a new topic, presents learning objectives, and provides specific prompts that inspire and guide the learning process.

Intern Abroad HQ does not award grades for the completion of our internship programs, but interns can be supported to independently arrange academic credit through their home educational provider. Upon completion of the internship duration and reflection course, interns receive a portfolio as documentation of their experience. This includes a certificate of internship completion, alongside a summary of the internship goals, skill development, highlights, and a compilation of the reflection work.