Looking to kickstart your research career in Japan? Applications are now open for the OIST Internship Program 2025 at the prestigious Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST). This fully funded research internship is available for international students from all academic backgrounds in science, engineering, and technology.
Whether you're currently pursuing your Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD, or you’ve recently graduated, this is your chance to gain hands-on research experience under world-class supervision in a cutting-edge Japanese research environment.
🔍 Internship Overview
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Host Country: Japan
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Institute: Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST)
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Internship Duration: 3 to 6 months
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Fall 2025 Intake Dates: October 1, 2025 – March 31, 2026
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Who Can Apply: Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD students & recent graduates
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Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
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Application Deadline: April 15, 2025
💰 Internship Benefits (Fully Funded)
OIST takes care of everything so you can focus on learning and contributing:
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Daily allowance: JPY 2,400
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Free commuting: OIST Shuttle Bus Pass
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Travel support: One direct round-trip airfare
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Accommodation: Fully furnished apartment (on or off campus)
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Visa assistance: Help with visa, insurance, and local registration
🧪 Internship Fields
This is a STEM-focused internship, offering hands-on research in areas such as:
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Physics, Chemistry, Biology
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Neuroscience, Medical Sciences
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Mathematics, Computational Science
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Environmental, Ecological & Marine Sciences
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Engineering & Technology
Interns will work directly with an OIST faculty member. You can explore available positions and research units here.
🌐 Who Can Apply?
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Students of any nationality can apply
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No IELTS/TOEFL required
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Open to:
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Undergraduate students (3rd or 4th year)
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Graduate students (1st or 2nd year of Master’s or PhD)
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Recent graduates from a relevant field
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📄 Required Documents
Get the following documents ready for the online application:
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Updated CV
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Statement of Interest (Max 400 words)
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1 Letter of Recommendation (must be submitted before you can finalize your application)
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Academic transcripts
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Recent photo (ID format)
📝 How to Apply?
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Apply online via the official OIST application portal
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Note: You can only submit your application after your referee uploads the recommendation letter
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Result Announcement: Late December 2024
👉 Apply for the OIST Research Internship 2025
🚀 Why Choose OIST?
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Work with international researchers at a top-tier Japanese institute
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Get exposure to world-class labs and facilities
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Build your resume and global connections
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Experience life in beautiful Okinawa, Japan!
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