International students can apply for the Japan Government’s 2025 METI AI and Tech Talent Internship.
The Japan Government METI AI and Tech Talent Internship includes training in cross-cultural communication, round-trip airfare, a monthly living allowance of 90,000 yen, housing, and internship insurance.
For interested candidates, we will outline the program’s specifics, qualifying requirements, advantages, and the detailed application process in this post.
🗓️ When is the Application Deadline:
- AI Engineer Application Deadline: June 19, 2025 (JST)
- IT Engineer Application Deadline: June 26, 2025 (JST)
🏆 Tell Me About The Award:
The Japan Government’s METI Internship Program offers fully funded internships in Japanese companies to young foreign AI and tech talents. Interns work on real-world projects in AI, IT, digital transformation, and global market development while gaining professional and cross-cultural experience.
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🔬 Which Fields are Eligible?
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Information Technology (IT)
- Web Development
- Digital Transformation
- Market Research & Overseas Business Development
📚 Type:
Fully Funded International Internship
🙋 Who Can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Be a citizen of a country on the OECD/DAC list (excluding China)
- Reside outside Japan
- Be a final-year student or a graduate (within the past 3 years) of a university, technical college, or similar institution
- Be proficient in English
- NOT have Japanese proficiency equivalent to JLPT N5 or higher
- Be fully committed to the internship timeline and training
- Meet any additional company-specific requirements
✅ How are Applicants Selected?
- AI Engineers: AI contest + document screening
- IT Engineers: Coding contest
High performers are invited to matching interviews with Japanese host companies. Final placement is based on mutual agreement and approval by the screening committee.
🌍 Which Countries Are Eligible?
Citizens of all countries on the OECD/DAC list (excluding the People’s Republic of China)
📍 Where will the Award be Taken?
Japan – with internships at Japanese companies (not including nonprofits or government agencies)
🎯 How Many Awards?
1 to 5 interns per company; multiple companies participating
💰 What is the Benefit of the Award?
- Living Allowance: 3,000 JPY/day (approx. 90,000 JPY/month)
- Round-trip airfare covered
- Accommodation provided
- Cross-cultural communication training
- Internship insurance
- No Japanese required
⏳ How Long Will the Award Last?
1.5 months – from October 31 to December 15, 2025
(Entry: October 29, Exit: December 17)
✍️ How to Apply for the Japan Government METI AI and Tech Talent Internship:
- Visit the METI Internship Program portal
- Click “Apply” and complete the application form
- Upload the required documents
- Participate in contests (coding/AI)
- Await interview invitations and final selection
🔗 Visit the Award Webpage for Details:
https://japaninternshipglobal.go.jp/students
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