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UTRIP stands for the "University of Tokyo Research Internship Program." This program was launched by the Graduate School of Science (GSS) of the University of Tokyo (one of the world's leading research-education universities) as part of its campaign begun in June 2010 for promoting the internationalization of the GSS by inviting talented young students from abroad. UTRIP is an intensive summer research program targeted at undergraduates who have a keen interest in pursuing an M.S. or Ph.D. degree in the future. During the program, the participants receive intensive instruction and guidance on conducting research from renowned faculty members belonging to the GSS's five departments of physics, astronomy, chemistry, earth & planetary science, and biological sciences.

The program is open to students who are currently enrolled in the second or a later year at an accredited college or university outside of Japan, and who are majoring in a natural science or related field. The program also includes an excursion outside of Tokyo as well as a short course on the Japanese language and culture.

UTRIP is a gateway to pursuing an advance degree and experiencing academic life at UTokyo. Take this opportunity to get a head-start for challenging the rigors of graduate study in the natural sciences.

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International Summer Program (ISP)

The Graduate School of Science is pleased to announce the International Summer Program in 2024. Program details and application materials for the 2024 ISP have been available since early February.

About the International Summer Program (ISP) The ISP at the Graduate School of Science (GSS) is an intensive research internship for overseas students majoring in natural sciences and related fields in sciences. This program will provide students with an opportunity to acquire an experience of research-based studies in assigned research groups of the GSS. For the students who are interested in enrolling in the GSS international graduate programs (*), particularly, the ISP program is a good opportunity to experience research life prior to enrollment. Also, a limited number of participants will receive scholarships. Thematic studies will be conducted under close supervision by the host professors through experiments, discussions, and group work among the team members at the GSS. This program will be a platform for students to train their ability for research in the future. In addition to an opportunity for a leading research work experience in science, the program includes social and cultural activities to promote a better understanding of the Japanese culture and build good relationships with students at Osaka University. At the end of the program, the students make oral presentations about their achievements in the program. Participants who successfully completed the program will be awarded a certificate from the GSS. (*) Graduate education programs at GSS Graduate Degree Programs in English (Education and Research Conducted in English) – SISC for Chemistry, Biological Sciences, and Macromolecular Science – IPC for Physics and Earth and Space Science (limited to a specific research group) – Double Degree Program For more information: Graduate Admission

2024 International Summer Program July 17 – August 27, 2024

■ Program Period

July 17 – August 27, 2024

■ Application Period

1 pm on February 8, 2024 – 1 pm on February 29, 2024

■ Key Dates for 2024 ISP (Japanese Standard Time)

Application period opens：1 pm on February 8, 2024 Application deadline：1 pm on February 29, 2024 Notification of results：Early April 2024         VISA Arrangement：Late April – June 2024 Arrival in Osaka：July 16, 2024 Program period：July 17 – August 27, 2024 Final presentation & Farewell (**) ：August 27, 2024 Departure from Osaka：August 28, 2024 Submission of Assignments：September 3, 2024 **The date of final presentation and farewell is subject to change.

■ Eligibility

The international summer program is designed for undergraduate or graduate students who have a sensibility and intellectual curiosity about natural sciences and related fields in sciences (mathematics, physics, chemistry, biological sciences, macromolecular science, and earth and space science). Applicants must be enrolled in Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree program in universities outside of Japan during the program period. Students who will progress from Bachelor to Master course, or graduate from Bachelor or Master courses during the program are not eligible to apply.

■ Research Groups

Choose three research groups or faculty members you would like to belong to from the following brochures. Department of Mathematics (Choose professors or associate professors from the list of “Faculty Members” on page 1) (revised on February 1) Department of Physics Department of Chemistry Department of Biological Sciences Department of Macromolecular Science Department of Earth and Space Science

■ Application Procedures 1. How to Apply

You must submit an online application with the following PDF files of 1) application-document package, 2) one recommendation letter, 3) a current official transcript or copy, and 4) evidence of proficiency (English and/or Japanese, if you have a certification/score). Each file size must be less than 2.0 MB. The “Online Application” will be activated from 1 pm on February 8, 2024 (JST). A host lab or supervisor(s) at the GSS will be selected on the basis of 1) the application-document package, and 2) the recommendation letter of the applicant. Online Application: https://reg.sci.osaka-u.ac.jp/lm/index.php/934273?lang=en Application period: 1 pm on February 8 to 1 pm on February 29, 2024 (JST)

< Application Documents > 1) Application-Document Package 2024 ISP Application-Document Package

1.1) A completed and signed Application Form (Form: Application Form) 1.2) Statement of Purpose and Study Plan (Form: Statement of Purpose) 1.3) Autobiography (Form: Autobiography) NOTE: All application documents must be typewritten in English. No handwriting is allowed except for signatures. The completed application form must be submitted in PDF format. 1.2) The Statement of Purpose and Study Plan are the most important factors in determining your host lab (supervisor(s)), please be sure to fill them out clearly. 2) One recommendation letter written by your supervisor or faculty member (*) of the home institution. The letter must be typewritten in English on the home institution’s letterhead. No handwriting is allowed except for signatures. The letter must be submitted in PDF format.  (*) professor, associate professor, or assistant professor who is qualified to evaluate your academic ability, research skills, and usual conduct. 3) A current official transcript or copy of the applicant’s academic record written in English. Please submit the transcript showing the evaluation criteria. For example, on a 100-point scale, S = 90–100 (excellent), A = 80–89 (very good), B = 70–79 (good), C = 60–69 (fair), F = less than 60 (fail). 4) Evidence of language proficiency (English and/or Japanese, if you have a certification/score). The documents should include scores. < Submission Confirmation > Within five business days after the submission in the online application, we will send a confirmation e-mail to the applicant’s e-mail address. Applicants who do not receive any reply from us, please contact our office ([email protected]).

2. Notification of Results

The selection result will be notified to individual students by email. At this stage, the successful students will receive further information about visa, accommodation etc.

1) Tuition fee for Research Work *: 57,600 JPY 2) Dormitory fee: 20,000–70,000 JPY per month (depending on the accommodation) 　　Dormitory information: 　　 https://www.osaka-u.ac.jp/en/international/inbound/support/residence.html 　　Please note that it is not always possible to move in depending on availability. 3) Transportation fee from the accommodation to the laboratory: 5,000–10,000 JPY in total 　　(depending on the location of the accommodation) 4) Travelling and living expenses: at the participants’ expense 5) Personal Accident Insurance for Students Pursuing Education and Research 　　(Gakkensai & Gakkenbai): approx.1,500 JPY *The tuition fee will be waived for students who belong to faculties of universities (research institutes) that have concluded inter-departmental agreements with the Graduate School of Science, Osaka University, and who are sent based on the MOU on Student Exchange. The bench fee for the International Summer Program will be fully waived. For more information, please click the list of universities with tuition waivers (note: as of February 6, 2024) . The tuition waiver does not apply to inter-university agreements.

■ Scholarship

A limited number of qualified students will receive a scholarship. A fixed amount of scholarship is awarded during the program duration.

■ Program Contents

1) Campus Tour 2) Hands-on research work in the lab 3) Oral Presentations by all participants 4) Certificate 5) Welcome reception and Farewell party 6) Social and Cultural Programs with Osaka University students 7) 1day Excursion (If you wish, additional fee of about 2,000 JPY) 8) Course & Credits 　　　Course: Frontier Lab Mini 4 　　　Four Credits at Osaka University 　　　Please contact your home university for information on credit transfer. Please also refer to the “2023 ISP Report” for program content.

■ Back Number

2023 ISP Application   2023 ISP Report 2022 ISP Online  2021 ISP Online  2019 ISP Application 2018 ISP Application

If you have any inquiries, please feel free to contact us by email. Email address: [email protected] ・ 2024 ISP FAQ ・ 2024 ISP Poster ・ 2024 ISP Overview ・ 2024 ISP Facebook

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Research Exchange Program (Laboratory Internship Program)

• Participants can pursue their research topics in a Japanese-style laboratory and a culturally diverse, vibrant academic/research environment. For undergraduate-level students, the program allows them to gain hands-on experience and practice research skills at an early stage of higher education. For graduate-level students, the program can be used as a part of the thesis work.
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OBJECTIVES Deepen your knowledge of the field that you have alreadt learned Gain new perspectives in the field of Engineering at the SIT facility Explore different cultures and perspectives in multural environmen t

FEATURES Join the laboratory and be supervised by an SIT professor Over 250 laboratory choices in the science and engineering fields Flexible program duration choice (min. 1 month - max. 1 year)

The applicant must :

• Be Bachelor 3rd year* or higher level who has basic/good knowledge to conduct research work independently.
• Complete this program at SIT and return to his/her home university before graduating.
• Have a good command of English* (CEFR B2 equivalent or higher).
• Be physically and mentally healthy. (Health checkup and health certificate will be required after you accepted by SIT officially)
• Comply with the Japanese Export Control Legal Framework .

* When the applicant is a third-year university student at the start of the program, he/she is eligible to applyfor our program. * CEFR B2 is equivalent to IELTS 5.5-6.5, TOEFL iBT 72-94, (These scores may change from time to time) * Native English speakers and English-based degree students do not need to submit an English proficiency score. * If the applicant hasn't taken the English proficiency test, his/her home university may provide a letter certifying the student's English proficiency.

SIT Partner University applicants: • Application (Registration) fee: JPY30,000 • Admission fee: All Waived • Tuition: All Waived

Non-Partner University applicants: • Application (Registration) fee: JPY30,000 • Admission fee: JPY40,000 • Tuition (Course takers only): JPY15,000/credit

*The application (registration) fee must be paid at the time of application. *Admission fees and tuition will be charged after the program begins.

There are two ways to find the laboratory:

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❗ The following professors unable to accept new students in 2024

MIYATA Sumiko - Information and Communication Nettwork Laboratory (Toyosu) HIDAKA Kyoko - Color and Communication Design Laboratory (Toyosu) HASEGAWA Tadahiro - Field Robot Laboratory (Toyosu) SHIGEMUNE Hiroki - Active Functional Devices Laboratory (Toyosu) TAKASAKI Akito - Materials Science and Engineering Laboratory (Toyosu)

You may refer to the “Designed Research Project” first, in which the professor has limited conditions for accepting students. If you don't have your own research topc and meet the requirements, there is a good chance that they will be accepted. If you don’t find the "Designated Research Projects" that suits you, you may refer to the "SIT Laboratory list" to find the laboratory you are interested in.

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• Decide your desired entry period with your home university (When you want to start and how lang you want to study at SIT)
• Please submit your application follow the "Application Acceptance Period" below
• The start date should be on the Monday (We may adjust your desired start date)
• Please avoid starting your program during the following holiday seasons.
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For your reference :   How to make the CV, research plan and motivation letter How to apply via The Admission Office(TAO) Pledge (Needs to be signed and submitted through our online application form) For nominators: How to nominate your students(for nominator)

PhD and Research Internship Program

OIST Graduate University, which started admitting students in 2012, offers an interdisciplinary, five-year Ph.D. program in science and technology. Students work with different research units – including at least one outside their field – before selecting their thesis topics, broadening their technical knowledge. A small ratio of professors to students (approximately 1:3) allows students unparalleled access to professors and state-of-the-art research equipment.

OIST PhD Program

The basic requirement for the OIST Graduate Program is completion of a Bachelor, Master or equivalent degree prior to the admission date. Students may submit an application at any time, and it will be screened after the application deadline on November 15th . Shortlisted candidates will be invited to the Admissions Selection to conduct interviews with OIST faculty members, held online once a year, as part of the selection process.

Get more information on how to apply.

OIST Research Internship Program

Students currently enrolled in or recently graduated from Bachelor and Master programs who are interested in joining the OIST PhD program may undertake educational activity at OIST as a Research Intern. A research internship at OIST provides students with experience working in a research environment under the direction of OIST faculty.

Research Intern places are awarded twice a year on a competitive basis. Selection is highly competitive, and depends on suitability of the intended research, academic background, available funding and space. Not all available positions will necessarily be filled.

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OIST strives to create and maintain an inclusive, equitable, and diverse environment that does not discriminate against gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, medical condition, race, ethnicity, ancestry, culture, national origin, religion, or marital status. Applications from women and other underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged.

For more details, please refer to the OIST Graduate School Three Policies .

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The MIT-Japan Program was established in 1981 and began sending students to Japan in 1983. Our fully-funded internships and research opportunities enable MIT students to work with a diverse array of organizations across Japan, tackling real-world projects and learning to drive global change. Host organizations range from universities and research institutes to large traditional companies, as well as tech and startup firms. Additionally, students can participate in study abroad programs with Tokyo Institute of Technology (Course 22) and the University of Tokyo (Courses 2 and 3). We also collaborate closely with MIT faculty and students to tailor engagements that foster relationship building and address complex challenges.

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Kaili '23, mechanical engineer major, gained valuable clean-room etiquette, engineering writing skills, and honed her engineering skills during her internship with ispace inc in Tokyo.

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The MIT-Japan Program empowers MIT students and faculty to advance knowledge and solve the world’s great challenges by connecting them with leading researchers, companies, and other partners in Japan. Founded in 1981 by Professor Richard Samuels, the MIT-Japan Program prepares MIT students to be global citizens by training and giving them a first-hand look at knowledge creation in Japan. The Program offers students opportunities to work and conduct research at leading Japanese universities, companies, and reserach institutions. MIT students can also study abroad and earn transfer credit at University of Tokyo (Course 2, 3) and Tokyo Tech (Course 22) in Japan. The ULVAC-Hayashi Seed Fund facilitates dozens of research collaborations between MIT faculty and their Japanese counterparts.

Our approach to collaboration is grounded in delivering bi-directional value: contribute to the research, education, and innovation while providing opportunities for MIT students to gain fluency in navigating different cultural contexts.

MIT-Japan プログラムの歴史

• １９８１年にリチャード・サミュエルズ教授（ＭＩＴ政治学）が本プログラムを設立。以来、毎年役３０余名のＭＩＴの学生を日本の企業、研究所、大学へ送り出している。
• １９９５年にＭＩＳＴＩ（ MIT International Science and Technology Initiatives ）という組織が形成され、本プログラムの他にチャイナプログラムが加わる。その後、ドイツ、インド、イタリア、フランス、メキシコ、スペイン、イスラエル、ブラジルプログラムが加わり、 2024 年に計 25 カ国又は地域がＭＩＳＴＩの傘下に入る。
• 本プログラムをモデルに、アメリカ国内の他の大学でも類似のプログラムが設立されている。（現在、日本に関連したプログラムは世界に数多くあるが、その中で本プログラムが最大、かつ総合的に日本研究を応用したものである。）

This year we celebrate the 150th Anniversary of the first Japanese student who graduated from MIT. In 1874, Mr. Eichiro Honma, from Fukuoka, Japan graduated with a degree in civil engineering. Honma’s MIT Thesis: "Design of an Iron Warren Girder Railroad Bridge" laid the foundation of his career in Japan helping to build bridges in his home country. 

今年は、 MIT を卒業した最初の日本人学生の 150 周年を迎えます。福岡出身の本間英一郎氏が 1874 年に MIT の土木工学の学位を取得して卒業しました。本間氏の MIT 学位論文「鉄製ウォーレン桁鉄道橋の設計」は、日本における彼のキャリアの基礎を築き、母国の鉄道の建設に貢献しました。

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MISTI’s award-winning international internship program provides a one-of-a-kind, world-class experience for MIT students: the opportunity to gain real-life work experience in leading companies and labs around the world. Best of all, all expenses are paid, including airfare.

MIT-Japan provides students with internships and research at leading companies, research labs and universities in Japan. Internships last from 10 weeks to 12 months and are fully-funded. This means that, if you are selected as a MIT-Japan Program intern, there are no program costs to participate!

• Mandatory Pre-Departure Preparation
• Minimum GPA of 4.0
• Two letters of recommendation
• One (1) class on Japanese culture, history or society (see tab below for accepted courses at MIT)

Undergrads : Japanese IV (21G.504) or equivalent proficiency (for proficiency you must be tested by a Japanese teacher at MIT)

Graduate   students : Japanese II (21G.502) or equivalent proficiency

APPLICATIONS FOR SUMMER 2024 will open in  September 2023

Begin your Launchpad application at misti.mit.edu and schedule a meeting with Japan's program director via the Calendly link on Launchpad.

For summer internships:

• Nov 1:  Deadline to complete MISTI Launchpad Application for early placement (this means that MIT-Japan Program will do the best to place you for summer 2024 if you meet the requirements). You will need to submit your resume, transcript, info page of your passport, etc.
• Dec 15:  Deadline to interview with MIT-Japan Managing Director AND complete MIT-Japan Application by specifying and ranking up to 3 internship hosts of interest and submitting cover letter; this also includes having your two letters of recommendations submitted (those who did not submit by Nov. 1 are not considered early placement)
• Dec – Feb:  Internship hosts review interested students and interview select applicants.*
• Feb 28: Most hosts send internship offers to students before the end of February, but placement might not be confirmed until later in the semester.
• Mar – early May:  Mandatory training and preparation sessions, including an all-day Saturday retreat on campus.
• Most internships take place in summer for 10-12 weeks, starting in early/mid-June and ending in mid/late-August.

*Some companies (like consulting firms and financial institutions) have early offers in November so please complete Launchpad Application by October 15 and schedule a meeting with MIT-Japan Managing Director to discuss strategies.

Longer internships of 3-12 months with flexible start/end dates outside summer are also available. contact mit-japan managing director at least five months before anticipated internship start date to apply..

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International Relations of East Asia (UG)  - Spring

21G.039/21A.143/WGS.154

Gender and Japanese Popular Culture (UG) - Fall

21G.063/21G.596

Anime: Transnational Media and Culture (U) HASS-H - Spring

21G.064 meets with 21G.592

Introduction to Japanese Culture (UG) HASS-H, CI-H - Fall

21G.065/21G.593

Japanese Literature and Cinema - Fall

Project-Based Japanese Learning with Multimedia - Spring

Inventing the Samurai - Spring

World War II in Asia - Spring

21L.493/21G.062

Gateway to Japanese Literature and Culture (new)

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17.53 (Not offered during 2022-2023 academic year)

The Rise of Asia (UG) HASS-S

21G.095 (NOT offered during 2022-2023 academic year)

Cultures of Music in East Asia: Japan, Korea, China  

21H.155 (NOT offered during 2022-2023 academic year)

Modern Japan: 1600 to Present (UG) HASS-H - Spring

21G.067/21G.597

Digital Media in Japan and Korea - Spring

21G.094/21G594

Cinema in Japan and Korea -Spring

Study Abroad at the University of Tokyo & Tokyo Tech

The University of Tokyo is the top Japanese university. It produces socially impactful research to find solutions for the world’s most pressing issues and has the top scholars in their faculty. MIT has formal exchange program agreements with Course 2 and 3 departments. Learn more here !

Tokyo Institute of Technology , affectionately know at Tokyo Tech is one of the best universities in Japan. MIT has a special relationship with their Nuclear Engineering department. Learn more about the Study Abroad Program at Tokyo Tech for Course 22 and how to apply here !

• Study Abroad Application
• Minimum GPA of 4.5
• Mandatory Pre-departure Preparation
• Apply for MIT exchange for the term you wish to study. Go to the  MISTI Portal , find your program, and apply before the deadline.
• MISTI will be in touch regarding an interview with the applicable MISTI Program Manager and major department.

Direct Enroll:

• Are you interested in a program outside of the the University of Tokyo and Tokyo Tech Exchanges? Talk to MISTI about your interest!
• Apply directly to the host university/program provider by their program deadline. (Their deadline may be earlier than the MISTI deadline.) 
• Apply to MISTI for MIT approval to study abroad before the deadline for the term you wish to study. Apply through the  Direct Enroll General Application .
• MISTI will be in touch regarding an interview with the applicable Program Manager.

Financial Aid:

Financial aid can be used to study abroad during academic terms. Awards will be adjusted based on expenses such as airfare, living expenses, and local tuition costs. Students should meet with their  financial aid counselor  and a MISTI Program Manager at least one term before they go abroad to start planning how aid will be affected. MISTI and  Student Financial Services  will work together to gather and verify cost information . Based on this information,  financial aid counselors  will advise students on their adjusted financial aid packages and process any refunds accordingly.

Scholarships:

Click here  to learn more about external study abroad scholarships.

Innovation Discovery Japan (IDJ) 2024 will take place during IAP!

Yes, IDJ'24 will take place during IAP from January 28 to February 3, 2024. Application is now closed. 

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Innovation Discovery Japan (IDJ) trip to Japan will take place during IAP 2024.

MISTI / MIT Japan Program will sponsor a limited number of scholarships that will cover airfare and program participation fee (hotel, program designated meals and participation costs, but NOT incidentals and non-program funded meals) for MIT students exhibiting genuine interest in learning Japanese and going to Japan on an internship or work experience. Preference will be given to students who are considering or have taken at least one semester of Japanese at MIT.

MIT students who wish to be considered for the MIT-Japan Program scholarship will need to complete the MIT-Japan Program 2024 IDJ Funding application on the MISTI - MIT-Japan Program website. You will also need to submit a name of an MIT Faculty as a reference.  The deadline for the application is October 20, 2023. Incomplete applications will not be considered for a MISTI Japan funding.

Please note we may need to cancel IDJ'24 if a force majeure event, such as travel security issue or COVID outbreak. 

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• offers lectures from world-leading researchers at GSFS.
• is a seven-week summer program for academically motivated undergraduate students.
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All participants will be assigned to a laboratory in which he/she is interested to work and will conduct a research project under the guidance of a faculty member or senior graduate students. Participants will also experience Japanese culture and world-leading Japanese technology through weekend events and a field trip.

Those who have completed UTSIP and wish to study at the Graduate School of Frontier Sciences can apply for " Category 2 " of " the World-leading Innovative Graduate Study Program in Proactive Environmental Studies (WINGS-PES) ", a five-year MSc and PhD program. Applications must be submitted at the same time as the application for the entrance examination and the results will be announced at the same time as the results of the entrance examination. If the prescribed conditions are met, financial support (180,000 yen per month for five years) is available.

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Application deadline: 9 january 2024, department:  .

School of Science: Physics, Astronomy, Earth and Planetary Science, Chemistry, Biological Sciences

Internship Description:

UTRIP is a summer internship program organized by the Graduate School of Science at the University of Tokyo, which invites undergraduate students from all around the world with keen interests in pursuing an M.S. or Ph.D. degree in the future, to experience the forefront of research at a world-leading laboratory. It is open to students in the second or a later year of undergraduate studies at a university outside of Japan, who major in a natural science or related field. Selected participants will work closely with leading researchers at the laboratory of their own choice in the five departments at the Graduate School of Science: Physics, Astronomy, Earth and Planetary Science, Chemistry, and Biological Sciences. The program also incorporates a short Japanese language course, an excursion outside of Tokyo, a Japanese culture workshop, and a few social events, to enhance the participants’ understanding of Japan and rapport with current students at UTokyo.

Supervisor/Mentor:

Students can choose up to two professors from the list of UTRIP hosting professors upon application, and they will be assigned to one of them once selected. The hosting laboratories change every year.

Program Method:

In-person (may be changed to Online considering infection of COVID-19)

Free off-campus accommodation provided

One-time Allowance will be provided to cover both the round trip airfare to Japan and daily expenses in Japan according to the university location.

Asia / Eastern Russia / Oceania & Pacific Regions:                     140,000JPY

Europe / Western Russia / North America:                                 160,000JPY

Latin America & the Caribbean / Africa / Middle East:                 170,000JPY

Program period:  June 26 - August 6, 2024 (6 weeks) 

How to Apply

Application to be submitted online at:

http://www.s.u-tokyo.ac.jp/en/utrip/

(Application form will be activated when applications open). 

Contact for more information:

Yuri Sugie (Ms.) and Kumiko Nishikata (Ms.)

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The RIKEN Student Researcher (RSR) program provides opportunities for energetic and open-minded graduate students enrolled in master’s or doctoral courses at Japanese universities for the purposes of giving them the opportunity to carry out research alongside RIKEN scientists, enhancing RIKEN’s creative and basic research capabilities, and fostering the talents of students who aspire to become researchers in the future, as well as strengthening ties between RIKEN and universities in Japan.

Program features

Students enrolled in master's and doctoral programs are accepted as part-timers to conduct research under the guidance of RIKEN scientists.

RSR research fields

Mathematical sciences, physics, chemistry, engineering, biology, and medical science and technology fields in which RIKEN is prepared to provide instruction and supervision.

Qualifications

• (a) Those who are enrolled or are scheduled to enroll in a master’s course at a Japanese graduate school who wish to advance to a doctoral course
• (b) Those who are enrolled or are scheduled to enroll in a doctoral course at a Japanese graduate school
• (2) Applicants who have been trainees, interns, or research part-time workers at RIKEN for at least one month in the laboratory of their choice at the time of application. Note: The research supervisor, in principle, must be affiliated with the host laboratory, and a full-time researcher working at RIKEN (excluding postdoctoral researchers and the equivalent).

Contract duration & work conditions

Contract duration: Until the end of the fiscal year of employment. However, by completing the required evaluation at the end of contract period, the contract may be renewed up to a maximum of 1 time for master's programs requiring 2 years, up to a maximum of 2 times for doctoral programs requiring 3 years, and up to a maximum of 3 times for doctoral programs requiring 4 years

Work conditions (hours): Part-time position limited to 20 hours per week, in principle. Student trainee status will also be granted as an additional post

Remuneration

• RIKEN Student Researcher M (Master's course): 1,350 yen (Hourly wages)
• RIKEN Student Researcher D (Doctoral course): 1,650 yen (Hourly wages)

Application schedule

Selection of applicants will be conducted multiple times a year, and application information will be posted on the RIKEN internal website. Applicants should first consult with the Principal Investigator (PI) of the host laboratory at RKEN where they wish to work.

Research Personnel Affairs Section Human Resources Division, RIKEN 2-1 Hirosawa, Wako, Saitama JAPAN 351-0198 Email: riken_sr [at] ml.riken.jp

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1st call of 2022"NII International Internship Program" Guideline for Candidates

The NII International Internship Program is an exchange activity with students from institutions with which NII has concluded a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) agreement. This incentive program aims at giving interns the opportunity for professional and personal development by engaging in research activities under the guidance and supervision of NII researchers.

This FY2022 1st call establishes internship stays in Tokyo, after two years (FY2020, FY2021) of restrictions due to the COVID-19 virus pandemic. Nevertheless, note that current still unstable conditions related to COVID-19 epidemic requires special measures. Refer to paragraph 10. and 11. below for more information.

1. Target candidates:

The NII Internship Program is open to Master's and PhD students who are currently enrolled at one of the partner institutions that have signed an MOU agreement with NII.

Students who have already obtained the Doctor of Philosophy degree are ineligible for the NII International Internship Program. If accepted, candidates are expected to maintain their enrolment status at their home institutions for the full duration of their Internships.

2. Application procedure:

• Consult with your supervisor and your home institution as to their own internal procedures for handling applications, and inform them of your intention to apply.
• Refer to the list of available research topics .
• We strongly recommend candidates to make a contact with NII supervisors whom they would like to conduct research project. (e-mail correspondence etc.).
• Questions regarding any of these topics should be directed to the NII project supervisor who proposed them. For other questions, please contact your home institution or the NII International Affairs and Education Support Team <nii-internship[at]nii.ac.jp>.
• Choose up to three topics out of the list of Research topics.
• Fill out the NII International Internship Program application form .
• Attach your CV, indicating clearly any and all past employment and educational history.
• If your application is supported by your home institution, it is then forwarded to NII.
• Note that no direct application from candidates is accepted.

Please note that the Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) maintains a list of foreign entities with which it has security concerns. Candidates currently or formerly associated with institutions or companies on this list will be subject to additional screening, which could result in their being deemed inadmissible to the program.

Please refer to https://www.meti.go.jp/english/press/2022/0310_002.html

Although in principle NII Internship projects could potentially serve in fulfilment of the candidates' degree requirements at their home institutions, this is not guaranteed by NII. Students seeking an internship at NII in fulfilment of their own institution's degree requirements (such as a co-supervised Master's project or other project) should consult with their supervisor before applying.

Partner institutions

• Collect application forms and after the selection, send them to NII by e-mail .
• MoU institutions may send a ranked list of up to two applicants meeting the institution's best standards of academic performance and research potential.
• Note that NII researchers may not necessarily give priority to the top-ranked candidates when deciding which interns they are willing to supervise. Other reasons for non-selection could include the ineligibility of a candidate due to government restrictions, competitive selection, or other limits on the total number of interns that NII is prepared to receive.

3. Application deadline:

Applications must be received at NII by May 27th, 2022, at 17:00 JST Your home institution may set an earlier deadline. Please consult with your home institution for details.

4. Selection:

Screening of candidates is conducted by each NII supervisor first, then final selection is made by GLO and NII directors meeting.

5. Notification:

Notification of successful candidates will be made around late June, 2022. NII will notify the contact person of each partner institution.

Important : acceptance as an NII Internship student is subject to the condition that the student works on the approved project topic, and complies with NII and Japanese government regulations. In the event that these conditions are not respected, NII may take appropriate action that may include the termination of their internship.

6. Sojourn expenses:

5,700 JPY per day as sojourn expenses will be covered by NII while intern students are staying at NII. Medical insurance will also be provided. Transportation expenses are in principle not paid. Possible expenses due to epidemic quarantine and medical tests are in principle not supported by GLO.

7. Overseas travel insurance:

NII will provide medical insurance for internship students at no cost, which covers students in most situations (except for pre-existing / chronic conditions, dental care, vaccinations, and certain other conditions). Under the terms of the insurance program, students must arrive in Japan at most one day prior to the commencement of their internship, and leave Japan no more than one day after their internship ends.

We recommend that interns consider whether they may need other types of insurance, and if so, arrange it before arriving in Japan. Examples include travel insurance to cover the cost of flight cancellations, lost baggage, and so on.

Important : by Japanese law any visitor residing in Japan for more than three months must make contributions to the national health insurance program. Internship students are liable for payment of an insurance fee of approximately 1000 JPY per month to the local government of their residence. Students must follow the necessary administrative payment procedures at their local municipal office.

8. Final evaluation:

At the end of their internship, students are expected to submit an NII International Internship Program Report outlining the outcomes of their project. In writing their reports, interns should take care to respect any restrictions on confidential information or on intellectual property that may have been required by NII or their home institution. After the completion of the internship period and the submission of their report, NII will issue a certificate of completion.

9. Time frame:

Interns accepted for this call should arrive before end of March 2023. Exceptional cases should be discussed beforehand. The duration of the internship should be also discussed with NII supervisors. The internship activities should be for a period of 60 to 180 days excluding travelling days. A minimum of 2 months stay is compulsory.

Visa application procedure will be instructed to the successful candidates after the selection.

10. COVID-19 Vaccination:

All internship students coming to NII must have been vaccinated as the Japanese Government recommends it in order not to be subject to quarantine at your arrival in Japan. As of April 2022, this involves three shots of one of the vaccines admitted by the Japanese Government. Please refer to https://www.mofa.go.jp/ca/fna/page24e_000317.html

It may be the case that further shots are required by the Japanese Government.

All students must send to NII the official documents acknowledging that they have been vaccinated. We will not admit students that do not send us these documents.

11. Consequences of COVID-19 epidemic:

Due to the unstable status of the COVID-19 epidemic, be aware that it might be the case that the Japanese Government installs further containment periods. We want to inform you that if the situation would become as serious as to threaten your life, we might require you to repatriate to your university or your origin country. Under such situation, the internship student research work would continue as a remote on-line internship.

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Apply now Introduction At IBM, work is more than a job – it’s a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you’ve never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world’s most challenging problems? If so, lets talk. Your Role and Responsibilities This job position is for IBM Japan.

IBM Research is one of the world’s largest and most influential corporate research labs, with an unmatched investment in basic research and core science and a commitment to invent the future of technology by making scientific breakthroughs that will transform industries and society. IBM Research is extending research and development especially in technology areas related to AI because it has great possibilities of solving difficult and/or new problems that have not been solved and of creating innovative services that have not been even dreamed of.

Current focus areas in AI include pioneering work in: natural language processing, spoken language processing, automatic speech recognition, planning and reasoning, optimization, machine learning, reinforcement learning, automated data analytics and visual inspection.

Period：Approx. 12 weeks in 2024 (negotiable) Time：9:00～17:36 (default) Reduced working hours can be negotiated: Place: IBM Japan at Hakozaki Salary(Daily): 9,700yen (for master’s)」／10,900yen (for doctoral students)」(in case housing allowance is unnecessary) 15,700yen (for master’s)」／16,900yen (for doctoral students)」(including housing allowance) Commuting cost will be paid.

For non-Japanese nationals:

For foreign residents coming to Japan to participate in an internship, please apply at least 4 months prior to the desired start date in order to prepare for the VISA. In addition, the internship period must be at least 3 months. (This does not apply to foreign students living in Japan.)

Required Technical and Professional Expertise Skill set and knowledge: Basic computer programming skill and knowledge, basic English language capability to understand technical documents written in English and to have simple conversations in English. Besides, knowledge and skills in the areas mentioned in Job Description depending on the area of internship.

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Being an IBMer means you’ll be able to learn and develop yourself and your career, you’ll be encouraged to be courageous and experiment everyday, all whilst having continuous trust and support in an environment where everyone can thrive whatever their personal or professional background.

Our IBMers are growth minded, always staying curious, open to feedback and learning new information and skills to constantly transform themselves and our company. They are trusted to provide on-going feedback to help other IBMers grow, as well as collaborate with colleagues keeping in mind a team focused approach to include different perspectives to drive exceptional outcomes for our customers. The courage our IBMers have to make critical decisions everyday is essential to IBM becoming the catalyst for progress, always embracing challenges with resources they have to hand, a can-do attitude and always striving for an outcome focused approach within everything that they do.

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2024 cira research internship program.

The CiRA Research Internship Program welcomes graduate students and undergraduates to conduct research at CiRA for a short period. We introduce a few participants of this year's CiRA Research Internship Program in a series of short articles on CiRA Reporter.

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※1 You are encouraged to contact the PI of the laboratory you want to be affiliated with by e-mail, and check research content in advance. Refer to the following research overviews and lab websites.

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• Apply Before : October 15, 2023

Opportunity Details

• Opportunity ID 53614
• Degree Research
• Language Requirement Not Required
• Fields of study All
• Opportunity Type : Fully Funded
• Duration 2 to 6 months
• Gender Male Female
• Language of Instruction English
• Application Fee Required No

Opportunity Description

Program overview.

Applications for the OIST research internship program are now open. Every two years, the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) Graduate School provides education and research opportunities through a system of undergraduate and graduate placements as Research Interns. These internship placements give interns the opportunity to gain experience in a particular laboratory or to learn a specific technique. Furthermore, interns work under the guidance of a Professor at OIST and contribute to the research activities of OIST.

The internship is offered to the applicants on a competitive basis, with the application period months in advance.

Application cycle

• Deadline; April 15, 2023
• result announcement: June 2022
• Duration of internship: October 1, 2023 – March 31, 2024
• Second round for spring internship:
• Deadline: 15 th Sept to 15 th October 2023 (deadlines depend on the starting date of internship) result announcement: December 2023 Internship period: Between April 1st 2024- September 30th 2025

Organizing institution: Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) , Graduate School

Duration: 2-6 months

Type: research program

Benefits and support

OIST provides the intern:

• Allowance (2400 JPY per day living allowance, accommodation and commuting support where necessary)
• Travel expense (one direct roundtrip travel between the intern’s host institution and OIST)
• Other support (such as housing, visa acquisition, insurance procedure and local registration)

Selection procedure

The selection of the interns is highly competitive and depends upon the suitability of the intended research, academic background, available funding, and space.

Candidates are considered for admission regardless of gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, medical condition, race, ethnicity, ancestry, culture, national origin, religion, or marital status.

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Eligibility criteria

Eligible applicants for the OIST Research Internship Program include:

• Outstanding students enrolled in undergraduate or Masters’s Programs in universities, colleges, junior colleges, and vocational schools in Japan or abroad, or recent graduates of such institutions.
• Students currently enrolled in a degree must have confirmation from their home institution.
• The academic background of applicants should be appropriate to their preferred host unit(s) at OIST.
• OIST internships are highly competitive and are only awarded to remarkable applicants who are in the final 2 years of their academic program, or have recently graduated within the past year prior to the application deadline.
• In some cases, additional internship positions may be available directly by OIST faculty to other exceptional candidates, particularly for those with strongly developed skills relevant to the group’s research.
• Applications from women and minorities are strongly welcome.

Notification of results

Successful applicants will be notified of the result by 3 months after the submission deadline, at the latest.

How to apply?

To apply for this program, you need to create an account on the application portal. And, once you have prepared all the required documents below, you can apply to the program through the online form linked below.

Necessary documents

Please fill out and submit the following materials to apply for the program:

1 ) Personal Statement – 400 words (2500 characters) STATEMENT SHEET

Please write a one-page statement including the following points:

• How do OIST and your preferred research unit(s) match with your current expertise & skillset? If you are interested in multiple research units, please express your interest & fit for each briefly within one single statement.
• What do you hope to achieve at OIST?
• How does a research internship at OIST conform to your overall career plans/ aspirations?

2 ) Academic Transcript – Upload a scan of your current academic transcript in PDF format.

3) Recommendation Letter – A letter of recommendation from an academic or research professional familiar with your work is required

4) ID Photo – Upload a recent photo, showing your face from the front in standard passport orientation (image must be in JPG format, not more than 5 MB).

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Similar Opportunities : 

• Global Development Awards Competition 2021 for Researchers (45,000 USD in Funding)
• UNESCO-Equatorial Guinea International Prize for Research in the Life Sciences 2021 (USD 350,000 prize)

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• Japan is an island nation in East Asia, located in the Pacific Ocean. It is an archipelago consisting of four main islands: Honshu, Hokkaido, Kyushu, and Shikoku. Japan is known for its rich cultural heritage, advanced technology, and diverse landscapes.
• Major international airports include Narita International Airport (NRT) in Tokyo, Kansai International Airport (KIX) in Osaka, and Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO) in Nagoya. Japan has an efficient and extensive rail network, as well as well-developed public transportation in urban areas.
• International students usually require a student visa for academic programs. Check the Japan Ministry of Foreign Affairs website for visa details.
• The official currency is the Japanese Yen (JPY). Check current exchange rates for financial planning.
• Japan’s cost of living can vary by region. Accommodation, food, and transportation costs should be considered. University dormitories or shared housing may offer affordable options.
• Explore local markets, convenience stores, and affordable eateries. Consider purchasing a rail pass for cost-effective travel within the country.
• Attend industry events, seminars, and connect with professionals through platforms like LinkedIn. Japan has a strong business culture; networking is often built through respectful interactions.
• Immerse yourself in Japanese culture by visiting historical sites like Kyoto’s temples, experiencing traditional tea ceremonies, and participating in festivals such as cherry blossom viewing (Hanami).
• Japan hosts esteemed institutions such as the University of Tokyo , Kyoto University , and Osaka University . Research opportunities cover a wide range of fields, including technology, science, and the humanities.
• Explore collaborations with research centers and laboratories affiliated with universities or government institutions.
• Ensure all necessary documents, including the acceptance letter and student visa, are prepared before departure.
• Health insurance is essential; universities often provide or recommend coverage for international students.
• Familiarize yourself with local emergency services and contacts for assistance.
• Explore the bustling city of Tokyo, the historic city of Kyoto, and the natural beauty of places like Mount Fuji. Consider experiencing Japanese pop culture in places like Akihabara and attending traditional performances like Noh or Kabuki.

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Internship experience interview report: sarin kittisares.

April 10, 2024

Intern research develops into research paper adopted by international conference

Researcher, Visual Intelligence Research Laboratories Sarin Kittisares

Born in Thailand. Sarin joined NEC after completing a doctorate program at a graduate school in Japan in 2023. During his school years, Sarin majored in mechanical engineering and studied exoskeleton suits for assisting the physical movement of the elderly and the disabled. After joining NEC, he has been working primarily on technologies to remotely control robots using AI.

Joining AI control internship program to expand knowledge in mechanical engineering

What got me to apply for the NEC internship was the WISE Program (Doctoral Program for World-leading Innovative & Smart Education), which I was participating in. I needed to participate in two internships to complete this program, so I chose NEC as one of the internships among the available programs. The research topic that I applied for then was AI-driven robot control. I also used to study robots, but it was more focused on the hardware design of exoskeletons back then. Although I had also taken AI and programming in classes at the university, I had no real-world experience, so I decided to give it a challenge since I felt that it was a good opportunity to expand my horizon. Before I started my internship, I discussed with the NEC employees what theme to work on. While using AI-driven control was already decided, I still needed to choose one application from several options, including automated guided vehicles (AGVs), drones, and hydraulic excavators. Among such applications, I chose AGV used at warehouses for my research theme. The term of my internship was about two months. I arrived at the office around 10:00 and left around 16:30 (Note 1). While teleworking was possible, I went to the lab relatively often because I needed to work on the robot and collect data from the experiments. I worked from home when analyzing the experiment data. Half of the time I worked in the office while the other half I worked remotely.

• Note 1: Work hours for interns are adjustable depending on the individual’s commuting situations and other personal circumstances. Work hours for international students are restricted to 28 hours per week.

Participating in collaborative research as part-time employee after completing internship

The research project I was involved in during his internship was one concerning Risk-Sensitive Stochastic Control Technology , which is currently covered in a press release. This technology adopts a model that predicts control errors to balance risk and reward. I was engaged in the research of this error model. First, I wrote a program to control the robot using a gamepad, and then I conducted experiments where commands for different types of movements were sent to the robot using the gamepad. I compared the ideal path and the actual path of the robot and found  that the angle of caster wheels has a huge impact on the movement of the robot, so I focused on this part in building a machine learning model that accurately predicts errors. I managed to complete the model during internship. Then, during our last meeting, the team leader suggested that we should publish our results at a conference, and I agreed. Upon starting the research again, I signed a part-time employment contract with NEC in order to access NEC’s data for work. The research paper I wrote was presented at the IFAC World Congress 2023, one of the largest international conferences in the field of automatic control (Note 2).

• Note 2: S.Kittisares, S. Yasuda, T. Kumagai, and H. Yoshida, ‘Error Prediction of a Differential Drive Wheeled Robot with a Swivel Caster Wheel’, IFAC-PapersOnLine, vol. 56, no. 2, pp. 6813–6819, Jan. 2023, doi: 10.1016/j.ifacol.2023.10.394.

Introducing a day of my internship (Teleworking day)

Introducing a day of my internship (office day), reaching for the goal in a trustworthy research environment.

I was thinking of employment in the industry after my doctorate from the start, but when I was just about to start job hunting, I heard from my supervisor from the internship that NEC was going to start recruiting. After exchanging information about the research I was working on at the time, I applied for the position and got an offer after a very quick screening. I happily accepted the offer and decided to join NEC. I was able to work on a clear and fruitful research theme during internship, with regular support from a mentor. I had positive feelings toward NEC’s solid corporate climate, and it also meant a lot to me that people around me were helpful and created a relaxed atmosphere. Since I studied at a Japanese graduate school, I communicate with other people in Japanese within the organization, but I can also communicate in English with researchers. Even now, whenever I can't find the words to express myself in Japanese, I can use English, so there is hardly any occasion that I feel inconvenienced in terms of language. My goal is to create society where the elderly can live a healthy active life. I hope to contribute to assisting mobility and reducing labor-intensive workloads at factories and warehouses. My research originates from wanting to help my mother, who started having problems walking with age. Thailand is also undergoing societal aging like is the case in Japan. I hope my robotics technologies can contribute to a society where people with disabilities and the elderly can live comfortably.

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2024-25 Fulbright: Alice Young

Alice Young of Omaha, who will graduate from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln on May 18 with a Bachelor of Arts in psychology, has earned a Fulbright U.S. Student Program award to conduct research in Japan.

A Regents Scholar and member of the University Honors Program, Young is a psychology major on the pre-medicine track. Her research focuses on end-of-life care and cultural perspectives in the United States and Japan. For her Fulbright project, she plans to survey patients at urban hospitals and nursing homes to uncover attitudes toward advanced directives and end-of-life care.

“Both the United States’ and Japan’s elderly populations struggle with depression, and end-of-life planning can be daunting,” she said. “For care providers and advocates, before aiming to implement advanced directives more broadly, it is important to first understand societal and cultural attitudes.”

After data collection and analysis, she plans to publish a paper to inform policymakers in both countries.

As an undergraduate, Young has conducted research with the Violence Intervention for Survivors of Trauma and Abuse Lab, investigating how choices motivate behavior such as drinking or sexual aggression. For her Honors thesis, she researched music and perceived stress.

“Realizing I was less stressed in one lab course than in another, and thus producing higher quality lab reports there, I analyzed the differences,” she said. “One teaching assistant had played music in the room, and I found myself in a much better mood afterward.”

Young has also served as a teaching assistant in chemistry and, as a Borlaug-Ruan Scholar, presented a paper on food insecurity in Liberia to world leaders.

Young’s undergraduate experience provided opportunities to explore cross-cultural connections with Japan and motivated her Fulbright application. She honed her language skills through four years of study, cultural immersion, and friendship with Japanese international students.

Young also worked in health and emergency medicine roles, earning CPR and EMT licenses. As part of her Fulbright experience, she hopes to volunteer in a hospital setting in Japan.

“Working closely with Japanese researchers will increase credibility, trust and rapport, as well as ensuring a culturally appropriate approach to research collection,” she said.

Upon returning to the United States, Young plans to attend medical school to become a psychiatrist, aiming to predominantly serve elderly patients.

“Given increased life expectancies in the U.S., mental health in the elderly merits attention,” she said. “I will continue my research, working to implement ways hospitals and nursing homes can adjust protocols and environments to better serve elders’ mental health.”

The Fulbright program, the U.S. government’s flagship international educational exchange program, is supported by an annual appropriation made by Congress to the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, as well as partner countries around the world. Fulbright recipients are selected based on academic or professional achievement, as well as demonstrated leadership potential in their fields. The program operates in more than 160 countries worldwide.

At Nebraska, the Office of Undergraduate Research and Fellowships advises and nominates undergraduate candidates for 30 supported scholarships and fellowships. To learn more, students and campus community members should contact Courtney Santos, director of undergraduate research and fellowships, at [email protected] .

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Japan survey finds 30% of student interns experience sexual harassment

About 30% of recent graduates in Japan who have worked as interns have experienced sexual harassment during their internship, a labor ministry survey has shown.

The survey results were presented at a ministry panel meeting Friday. Experts attending the meeting pointed out a "gap in awareness" between students and companies. The ministry plans to accelerate efforts to combat such sexual harassment.

In the survey, the most common type of sexual harassment against job seekers was "sexual jokes and teasing," followed by "persistent invitations to dinner and dates."

The survey also found that 26.1% of women who took pregnancy, childbirth or parental leave in the past five years suffered "maternity harassment," and 24% of men who applied for parental leave faced "paternity harassment."

The ministry also released the results of a survey on women's participation and advancement. Among companies with 100 to 299 employees, which are obliged to draw up plans for promoting female participation in the workforce, the proportion of those with such plans nearly doubled from the previous survey in 2018 to 76.9%.

Among companies with 30 to 99 employees, which are obliged to make efforts to draw up such plans, the proportion stood at 15.2%.

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How To Stand Out In The Ivy League During Your Freshman Year

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This spring, many students felt the relief and exuberance that comes with an acceptance letter from one’s dream school. Many students attending Ivy League and other top universities are valedictorians and leaders in their high school communities; they excelled throughout their high school careers and graduated with the accolades to prove it. Yet, these students are often in for a rude awakening when they arrive on campus. Though they were exceptional at their high schools, they are a dime a dozen in the Ivy League. This realization can cause many students to feel imposter syndrome and wonder how they can stand out and make an impression on their professors and peers in such a competitive environment.

The more that students prepare themselves for this adjustment, the better. Standing out in college is a different endeavor than standing out in high school—it requires time, intentionality, and a willingness to be uncomfortable and challenge yourself. Most importantly, it takes practice, and if students seek to hone this skill from their first semester on campus, they will set themselves up for success for the next four years.

For students preparing for their first semester in college, here are five strategies to navigate the transition into the Ivy League with confidence, purpose, and distinction:

1. Make your voice heard in the classroom

At Ivy League and many other top schools, faculty-to-student ratios and class sizes tend to be small, allowing greater opportunity for you to establish yourself in the classroom and engage with your professors directly. Many students are weighed down by self-doubt and the desire to avoid making mistakes in their first semester, and as such, they are reluctant to raise their hands or offer their input. But one of the best ways to establish connections with professors is to use your voice in the classroom—college is about learning and growing, so don’t be afraid to get a question wrong or develop your ideas through conversation. Doing so will allow you to connect with others in class, build your intellectual skill set, and demonstrate your curiosity and earnest desire to learn.

2. Engage in activities outside of the classroom

Beyond academics, the Ivy League is known for vibrant opportunities to learn and connect with others outside of the classroom. Whether you're interested in student government, the performing arts, guest lectures, community service, or intramural athletics, there’s an opportunity to explore your passions. Join clubs and organizations that align with your interests and values, and consider taking on leadership roles to showcase your initiative and organizational skills. Engaging in extracurricular activities will not only enrich your college experience but also afford you the opportunity to get to know people outside of your major or residence hall.

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One of the most valuable assets you'll gain during your time in the Ivy League is your network of peers, professors, and mentors. Take the time to connect with your classmates and professors, attend faculty office hours, and engage in meaningful discussions. One of the best ways to build your network is to simply put yourself out there—a student’s college years are the prime opportunity to connect with even the most distinguished scholars in their field, as they not only likely have connections through their institution, but professors (even at other universities) are more likely to respond to students who reach out for their advice. If one knowledgeable person doesn’t respond or have the bandwidth to advise you on a particular project or query, move on to the next person on your list!

4. Pursue Research, Internship, and Study Abroad Opportunities

The Ivy League offers unparalleled access to research, internship, and study abroad opportunities that can complement your academic studies and expand your horizons. For instance, Harvard offers a multitude of distinguished research positions for undergraduates, ranging from thesis research to research assistantships. The University of Pennsylvania sent students to 48 countries through their study abroad offerings in the 2022-2023 academic year. Meanwhile, Princeton offers more than 400 programs in 140 countries through which students may study abroad. Whether conducting groundbreaking research in your field of study or gaining real-world experience through internships, the plethora of opportunities available to you at an Ivy League university will not only enhance your resume but also deepen your understanding of your chosen field and prepare you for future success.

5. Carve out your niche

Finally, just as high school is a time to hone your passions and demonstrate them in action in your community, college is a more rigorous opportunity to identify and make a name for yourself within a niche industry or discipline. The best way to begin doing so is to have conversations with professors, graduate students, and older students in your field. Ask them questions like: Where do you see the field expanding or moving in the next five years? What are the most significant recent developments in this profession/field? What subjects do you think have been largely unexplored? What advice would you give to emerging scholars in this discipline? While pursuing a subject of true interest to you is indeed important, it is also important to consider how you will contribute uniquely to your subject of interest, and thereby maximize your odds of success in the job market.

Finally, keep in mind that you can (and should) begin practicing these skills in high school. The more you engage in these activities, the more natural they will be when you are on campus at a top university.

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