Applications for the METI Japan Internship Program (JIP) 2025 are now availble. It gives international undergraduate and graduate students from OECD/DAC countries a fully funded six-week internship in Japan. Japan’s Ministry of Economy Trade and Industry runs this program to help people from different countries connect with Japanese businesses. They will match you with a company that fits your skills and goals. During the program you will learn about global business understand Japanese culture better and improve your professional skills. This program is run by Japan’s Ministry of Economy Trade and Industry (METI). It picks 100 interns for the 2025 session and connects them with host companies that match their skills and career goals. Applicants enjoy no application fees and do not need to take the IELTS exam. This makes it a top internship choice in Japan. Learn more about the ULIP Internship 2025: Unilever Leadership Internship Program.
Key Points:
- Fully Funded Experience: Interns get to work at top Japanese companies with all costs covered.
- Eligibility: Open to undergrad and grad students from OECD/DAC countries.
- Duration & Selection: A six-week program where 100 interns are picked and paired with host companies that fit their skills and career goals.
- Convenience: No IELTS requirement. No application fees. This makes the entry process easier.
- Career Advancement: A chance to gain hands-on experience in Japan’s fast-paced work environment.
METI Japan Internship Summary
| Internship In | Japan |
| Available For | Internationals |
| Internship Type | Fully Funded |
| Available Seats | 100 Seats |
| Last Date To Apply | June 30, 2025 |
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Internship Benefits
Online Course
- Daily Allowance
- 1000 yen per day (in local currency)
- Amount depends on number of internship activity days
In-Person Course (First & Second Term)
- Daily Allowance
- 3000 yen per day
- Paid in installments (based on length of stay)
- Transportation & Accommodation
- Reimbursement for travel costs to training facility
- Free accommodation during training period
- Travel Support
- Round-trip economy flight tickets provided
- Travel insurance for Japan visit included
- Help with visa applications
- Lowered travel costs through program support
Eligibility Criteria
- Interest in Japan Employment
- Must be eager to seek employment in Japan.
- Current employees must be open to transitioning to opportunities in Japan.
- Citizenship & Residency
- Hold citizenship of an OECD/DAC country.
- Applicants residing outside their home country are eligible.
- Current residents of Japan are not eligible.
- Program Mission Alignment
- Must support the internationalization of Japanese companies.
- Must aim to expand overseas business networks.
- Must foster connections with foreign universities.
- Commitment
- Must fully commit to the internship schedule and training sessions outlined in the activity plan.
- Documentation
- Current Students: Submit a certificate of enrollment + recommendation letter.
- Graduates: Provide graduation certificate + recommendation letter.
- Educational Background
- Must be enrolled in or have graduated from a junior college, technical college, or accredited higher education institution.
- Language Proficiency
- Minimum JLPT N3-level Japanese or English proficiency.
- Include additional certificates (e.g., IELTS, TOEIC, TOEFL, CEFR, JLPT) as proof.
- Age Limit
- Must be aged 18–40 years as of August 25, 2025.
- Previous Participation
- Applicants who joined the program before are not eligible.
Application Process for the METI Japan Internship Program
You need to apply for the internship online using our special entry form. First enter your email address and start the registration process. You’ll receive a link to your email. This link will take you to the full registration page. Then you can fill in all the required information to complete your application.
Apply Now For The METI Japan Internhsip 2025