Do you want a foreign internship program to enhance your career? If so, then you are in luck. The Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) has opened the doors for applications for the OIST Internship Program 2025 in Japan.
This scholarship is a fantastic chance for those students who desire to put hands on knowledge in the field of research. This research internship with full scholarship is an amazing opportunity for foreign students to work in state-of-the-art areas of research and develop hands-on skills.
The program offers a chance to work in state-of-the-art labs and discover Japan's rich culture under the guidance of world-class scientists. Besides the research experience from best-class institutions, students will also receive international exposure, collaboration with best researchers, and gain important skills that will open doors to better career opportunities in the future.
At present, the institute is providing internship chances in diverse fields such as Quantum Systems, Neuroscience, Computational Science, and numerous others.
Interested candidates may submit the online application form prior to the deadline of the application 15 April 2025. The OIST Research Internship is offered for students in order to offer them world-class research experience with top-notch research facilities and ambiance. The internship program provides fully funded benefits including travel, accommodation, and daily allowances, and hence it is a great opportunity for students all over the world.
Further, IELTS/TOEFL is not required, which makes the application simpler.
One of the fantastic news is OIST is providing an internship program in several disciplines on the student's preference. These disciplines are:
- Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
- Biological Systems
- Chemistry and Biochemistry
- Computational Science
- Marine Science
- Molecular Genetics
- Neuroscience
- Optoelectronics and Nanomaterials
- Physics and Applied Mathematics
- Quantum Systems
Eligibility Criteria
Students must satisfy the following conditions to apply for the OIST Internship 2025 in Japan:
- Applicants should be in the final year of 2 year undergraduate or master's program.
- Recently graduated students from any concerned institution are also welcome.
- All candidates must have a superior academic record.
- Get permission from their home institution (for current students).
- Must have a research interest concerning OIST's research units.
- Advantages of the OIST Internship 2025
The OIST Fully Funded Internship in Japan provides several advantages, such as:
- Round-trip airfare:
- Accommodation: Off-campus accommodation facilities will be provided to the students during the internship.
- Daily research stipend: A stipend of 2,400 JPY per day (excluding weekends) will be provided to each student.
- Visa assistance: International students will receive visa assistance for smooth approval.
- Shuttle Bus Pass: Student will receive a Bus pass for travel from a distant place to the research lab.
- Discover Japanese culture and make international connections
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare and submit the following documents to finalize the application:
- Passport Copy
- ID Photo
- Transcript & Diploma
- Statement of Purpose
- Recommendation Letter (should be submitted directly by the referee)
Application Process for OIST Internship 2025
The application process for the OIST Internship is entirely online. To complete the online application form candidates need to visit the official website https://admissions.oist.jp/oist-research-internship-program-description or click on the below link. Follow the steps below to apply:
First, go to the OIST Internship program website's official website.
You need to make your profile on the portal with your data.
After the creation of profile, login in with the password and application ID.
Then you need to send at least one recommendation letter and the referee is required to submit it by him/herself.
Applicants need to pay the application fee of 3000 JPY for the OIST internship program.
Once your recommendation letter is submitted successfully and fees paid you will then proceed with filling up your application form.
Then fill up the entire application form with correct information.
Upload all the necessary documents as needed.