Japan is one of the most developed countries when it comes to industry and service sectors. Both these sectors offer multiple opportunities of internship to international students at the undergraduate, graduate and doctorate levels.
A professional internship in Japan can be a highly enriching experience as it provides intense learning opportunities for interns. As the birthplace of many quality initiatives and principles, Japanese industry is widely considered to be the most efficient, and first-hand experience of this efficiency can work wonders for your career.
While an internship in Japan is a good choice, applying for an internship in Japan might not be as easy as applying for one in your own country or other international locations. The application process can take several months and so you must start applying for your internship in Japan as early as possible.
There are many organizations that arrange internships for international students in Japan. You can chose between applying through these organizations or contacting the company you wish to intern with directly. Going through a professional organization has its benefits as they would take care of the entire application process on your behalf.
Almost every company in Japan that offers international internship requires you to fill in an application form, which can be downloaded from their website or filled-in and submitted online. You will be required to submit your passport size photograph, resume, a letter of motivation, and a copy of your passport along with your application form. Many companies and organizations also require submission of a processing fee for your internship application.
Based on the above documents, you will be offered either one or a choice between two to three internships in different cities of Japan. It might take up to eight to 12 weeks before you receive an internship offer, so you need to be patient. Certain organizations might require you to appear for an interview prior to offering you an internship position. This interview is generally conducted online via video conferencing or on the telephone.
Depending on the outcome of your internship application, you might be required to put up a security deposit. This deposit is usually required by professional bodies and consortiums; companies or firms do not ask for such deposits. Majority of internships in Japan are unpaid but come with food and accommodation facilities. On the other hand, paid internships do not come with these amenities. All of these details will be provided in the internship details issued to you following your application and selection.
After you have received your internship confirmation, you will be required to apply for your visa. If you are a national of a country that has Reciprocal Visa Exemption Arrangements with Japan and your internship duration is less than 90 days, you may be able to fly to Japan without a visa. Your company or organization will issue an "Introduction Card to Japan" in your name, which will act as your visa.
If however, your internship duration is more than 90 days, you will be required to apply for a Working Holiday Visa. This visa generally takes about 3 weeks to obtain, the application for which has to be submitted at the Japanese Embassy in your country. Once you have received your Visa, you will need to purchase your flight and travel insurance for the entire duration of your internship, then you will be ready to go. You will most likely be sent detailed information to prepare you for your internship, and culture shock etc. in Japan, so it will be important to read it all carefully to ensure you are completely prepared by the time you arrive.
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