Global South–Japan Tech Talent Internship (GS-JTI) 2026 | Fully Supported STEM Internship in Japan
Organization
Global South–Japan Tech Talent Internship (GS-JTI)
Duration
September 2026 – February 12, 2027 On-site: 2 weeks to 2 months Online: 2 weeks to 1 month
Fellowship Amount
2,000 JPY per participation day
Overview
About the Organization
The Global South–Japan Tech Talent Internship (GS-JTI) is an initiative supported by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI), Government of Japan, and administered by Deloitte Tohmatsu Venture Support Co., Ltd. The program aims to connect talented STEM students and recent graduates from Global South countries with innovative Japanese companies while strengthening international collaboration in advanced technologies.
About the Internship
The GS-JTI 2026 Internship offers international participants an opportunity to gain practical industry experience with Japanese companies working in emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Information Technology, Semiconductor Engineering, Data Science, and other STEM domains.
Participants work on real industry projects, interact with experienced mentors, learn Japanese workplace culture, and develop technical as well as professional skills. The program also serves as a pathway toward future employment opportunities with Japanese companies.
Internship Highlights
- Government-supported international internship
- Internship with leading Japanese technology companies
- Available in both On-site and Online modes
- Work on real industrial projects
- Professional mentoring
- Exposure to Japanese work culture
- Career development opportunities
- Travel and onboarding support for selected participants
- Networking with global technology professionals
- Opportunity to explore long-term careers in Japan
Who Can Apply?
Applicants should:
- Be students or recent graduates (within the last three years).
- Be pursuing or have completed studies in STEM disciplines.
- Be from eligible OECD DAC List countries (including India and many Global South countries, excluding China).
- Reside outside Japan.
- Possess good English communication skills.
- Be willing to actively participate throughout the internship.
- Be interested in pursuing future career opportunities with Japanese companies.
Internship Fields
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Information Technology
- Software Engineering
- Semiconductor Technology
- Electronics
- Computer Science
- Data Science
- Engineering
- Advanced Manufacturing
- STEM Research
Internship Duration
- Internship Period: September 2026 – February 12, 2027
- On-site Internship: Approximately 2 weeks to 2 months
- Online Internship: Approximately 2 weeks to 1 month
Support & Benefits
Selected interns may receive:
- Internship matching with Japanese companies
- Pre-internship orientation
- Travel assistance (for in-person internships)
- Accommodation support
- Visa assistance
- Internship insurance
- Daily living allowance (for eligible in-person participants)
- 24/7 participant support
- Professional mentorship
- Cross-cultural learning experience
How to Apply
Applicants must:
- Register on the official GS-JTI internship platform.
- Complete their online profile.
- Take the required coding or skill assessments (if applicable).
- Apply for matching internship positions.
- Attend interviews with host companies.
- Complete all required onboarding activities before internship commencement.
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Financial Support
Fellowship Amount: 2,000 JPY per participation day
Eligibility Criteria
Citizen of an eligible OECD DAC List country (excluding China)
Residing outside Japan
English proficiency
Willingness to participate throughout the internship program
Important Dates
| 0 | Applications: Rolling (until available positions are filled) |
| 1 | Coding Tests: Conducted between July and November 2026 |
| 2 | Internship Period: September 2026 – February 12, 2027 |
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