Applications are now open for the METI AI and Tech Talent Internship in Japan 2025. This is a fully funded internship where you’ll get the chance to work with Japanese companies in areas like Artificial Intelligence (AI), IT, and other tech fields.
Here’s what you need to know in simple terms: The internship lasts about 1.5 months, from October 31 to December 15, 2025. It’s run and funded by the Japanese government, specifically the Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry (METI). No application fee is required. It’s open to Bachelor’s, Master’s, and graduate students from around the world. You don’t need to speak Japanese to apply. Each company will accept 1 to 5 interns. The goal is to connect global tech talent with Japanese companies. More information about the benefits, who can apply, and how to apply is available below (or on their official site).
Details About METI AI and Tech Talent Internship in Japan 2025
- Host Country: Japan
- Location: Japanese Companies
- Duration: 1.5 Months
- Internship Dates: October 31 to December 15, 2025
- Financial Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 26th June 2025
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Financial Benefits
The Program Covers:
- Cross-cultural communication training
- Internship insurance
- Round-trip airfare covered
- 3,000 yen daily living allowance
- Accommodation provided
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Internship Activities
The demand for IT experts is growing all over the world. This internship is a great chance for students in AI and tech fields to get fully funded work experience in Japan.
Here are some of the areas you can work in during the internship:
- Helping develop services for global markets
- IT internships with Japanese companies
- Using AI for digital transformation or creating new business ideas
- Designing and building websites for international markets
- Engineering internships
- Doing market research or marketing related to your home country
This is a great way to gain hands-on experience and learn how tech is used in real-world projects.
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Eligibility Criteria
- The Internship is open to the Citizens of the DAC List of ODA Recipients.
- To apply, you must:
- Live outside Japan
- Be a current student or have graduated within the last 3 years
- Speak English
- Know little or no Japanese (below JLPT N5)
- Be available for the full internship and training
- Meet any extra requirements from the host company
- Read FAQs
How to Apply?
You need to apply online through the official website. There’s no fee to apply, and you can find the website link below.
