🌍 About the Program

The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) Internship Program 2026 is a fully funded international internship that offers students and graduates the opportunity to work with Japanese companies and gain real-world global experience.

This program is designed to:

• Promote international talent in Japan

• Provide exposure to Japanese business culture

• Support career growth through hands-on industry experience

🖼️ Internship Overview

📌 Key Details

• Country: Japan 🇯🇵

• Program Type: Fully Funded Internship

• Duration: Approximately 6 weeks

• Mode: Onsite (Japan) + Online option available

• Internship Period: August – December 2026 (expected)

💰 Financial Benefits

Selected candidates will receive:

• ✈️ Round-trip airfare

• 🏠 Free accommodation

• 💴 Daily allowance:

  • ¥3,000/day (onsite)

  • ¥1,000/day (online)

• 🛡️ Insurance coverage

• 📄 Visa support

• 💻 Work-related support

👉 This is a completely funded internship with no major expenses

🎯 Eligibility Criteria

✅ Basic Requirements

• Must be a citizen of an eligible country (India eligible)

• Age: 18 – 40 years

• Education:

  • Final year undergraduate students

  • Postgraduate students

  • Recent graduates

📚 Additional Requirements

• Basic English proficiency

• Interest in working with Japanese companies

• Must not have participated in this program before

• Commitment to complete full internship duration

💼 Fields Available

Internships are offered in:

• IT / Software Development

• AI / Data Science

• Business / Marketing

• Engineering

• Digital Transformation

👉 Candidates are matched with companies based on skills and profile

⏳ Internship Duration

• Approximately 1 to 2 months (6 weeks typical)

📄 Required Documents

Prepare the following documents:

• Updated Resume / CV

• Passport

• Academic transcripts

• Letter of Recommendation

• Any relevant certificates

📝 How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

1. Visit the official METI internship website
   👉 https://internshipprogram.go.jp

2. Click on “Entry (For Interns)”

3. Register your account

4. Complete the application form

5. Upload required documents

6. Submit your application

7. Wait for:

   • Screening

   • Shortlisting

   • Company matching

🧪 Selection Process

• Application screening

• Profile evaluation

• Matching with Japanese companies

• Final selection

👉 Matching stage plays a key role in final selection

📅 Important Dates (2026)

• Application Opens: May 2026 (expected)

• Last Date to Apply: 30 June 2026

🚀 Why You Should Apply

• Fully funded international experience

• Work directly with Japanese companies

• Build strong global career profile

• No IELTS required

• High-value internship for resume

⚠️ Important Notes

• Highly competitive program

• Limited number of seats

• Strong profile increases chances of selection

📢 Official Application Link

👉 https://internshipprogram.go.jp

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🔥 Final Tip

Apply early and ensure your resume + SOP are strong, as selection depends heavily on your profile and company matching.