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The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) of Japan is now accepting applications for the 2025 METI Internship Program—a fully funded internship aimed at international students from OECD/DAC countries. This program provides students with valuable professional experience by placing them in Japanese companies for six weeks.
Open to both undergraduate and graduate students, the METI Internship is a rare chance to gain cross-cultural business experience in one of the world’s leading economies. No IELTS or application fee is required. A total of 100 interns will be selected and assigned to host companies that align with their educational background and skills.
📋 Program Overview
- Host Country: Japan
- Internship Duration: 6 weeks
- Internship Slots: 100 interns (1 per company)
- Eligible Applicants: Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Graduate Students
- Coverage: Fully Funded
- Application Deadline: June 30, 2025
💸 Financial Support
The METI Internship Program offers:
- Round-trip airfare to and from Japan
- Free accommodation during the internship
- Daily stipend of 3,000 yen
- Provision of electronic devices (laptop, mobile, communication tools)
- Visa support for entry into Japan
- Internship insurance coverage
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📅 Internship Schedule Options
- Session 1: August 25 – September 24, 2025
- Session 2: October 1 – November 19, 2025
- Session 3: November 5 – December 21, 2025
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be a citizen of an OECD/DAC member country
- Be proficient in English
- Be between 18 and 40 years old as of August 25, 2025
- Be currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a university
- Submit an enrollment or graduation certificate and a letter of recommendation
- Be able to fully participate in the internship schedule
📝 How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online via the official METI Internship portal. Details on host companies, former intern profiles, and internship fields can be found in the program’s FAQ section.👉 Click Here to Apply for the METI Government of Japan Internship 2025