Summer Global Internship
Unique Experiences
Learn about traditional Japanese culture
at historical sites such as Meiji-jingu shrine and Senso-ji Temple
See the latest fashion trends
in world-renowned fashion districts such as Harajuku and Ginza
Stroll through Akihabara's electric town
heartland of “otaku” culture where anime, manga, video games, and electronics abound
5M
number of passengers passing through Shinjuku Train Station everyday
14
number of restaurants in Tokyo with three Michelin stars
2017
year Tokyo was ranked safest city in the world by the Economist Safe Cities Index
Your Destination
Not only is Tokyo one of the most dynamic and modern cities in the world, but it’s also one of the world’s most popular trendsetters. From technology to fashion, cuisine to cinema, Japanese culture has traveled far and wide around the globe.
Learn more about Tokyo and see past internship examples »
CIEE wants all our students to feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to succeed while studying abroad. Local CIEE staff have provided details about conditions and cultural attitudes that students with specific identities might encounter in Tokyo.
The Culture
Excursions & Activities
- Take in Tokyo’s beautiful night scenery with a trip on the open-air Sky Bus
- Experience Japan’s passion for baseball at a local stadium
- Set out across the 918-meter-long-single-span suspension bridge to Odaiba.
- Find inner peace in an authentic Zen garden.
Professional Development
- Refine your resume and interviewing skills for the local business culture
- Explore the professional working world of Tokyo through organizational site visits, industry networking events, and guest lectures
- Participate in workshops that will help you make the most of your internship
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Housing & Meals
Housing
CIEE Tokyo provides convenient housing to ensure you’re comfortable in your home away from home. All housing is within walking distance of train and subway stations, granting easy access to internship placement sites. Tokyo’s many iconic landmarks and attractions are accessible through one of the most efficient and comprehensive transportation networks in the world.
Standard: Includes a single or double room at a hotel with a private bathroom. Hotels are located within the Greater Tokyo area.
Meals
Students are responsible for their own meals. Tokyo boasts an amazing array of restaurants and eateries to satisfy any palate and diet.
Transportation
Commute time from housing location to internship will vary depending on the location of the internship provider.
Academics
As a global intern in Tokyo, you’ll work in a non-paying position within a wide range of opportunities across a diverse set of innovative industries. Extra-curricular cultural activities in and around Tokyo complement your coursework and immerse you in the history and culture of the city.
This eight-week program includes a full-time internship and an integrated online academic course.
Internship Opportunities
Internships are capacity-limited and competitive. They are offered in English and Japanese. Students with higher levels of Japanese may have more internship opportunities available.
Gain real-world work experience, grow your professional network, and bolster your resume while interning at developing startups, communication centers, NGOs and more in Tokyo. Search for a more detailed list of internship opportunities.
Business and Communications
Marketing, operations and market research.
Non-profits and NGOs
Program development and management, think tanks, and advocacy groups.
Information Technology and Computer Science
Front-end and back-end coding, IT, and technical customer support.
Note: Please keep in mind that securing a spot in any of these opportunities is not automatically guaranteed and depends on availability and the internship host organization's decision. This internship listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The internships, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development.
Course Information
Summer Session II 2024
Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
"(GI)" denotes courses that originated at CIEE's Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple CIEE sites.
Scholarships & Grants
CIEE offers scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.
Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:
- Wollitzer Merit Scholarships in Area or Comparative Studies
- Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
- Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
- CIEE Gilman Go Global Grant
- MSI Grant
- CIEE Stem Scholarship
To be considered, submit the CIEE Scholarships & Grants application within your CIEE program application.
Dates & Fees
You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.
Program |
Application Due |
Start Date |
End Date |
Fees & Housing |
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Program Summer 2024 8 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $8,450 |
To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, your college or university may charge additional fees for study abroad, or may require you to receive a transcript via CIEE's School of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
Participation Confirmation = $300
Educational Costs = $4,453
Housing = $3,500
Insurance = $197
Total Fees = $8,450Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
Meals not included in program fee = $840†
International Airfare = $1,700
Local Transportation = $150
Books & Supplies = $30
Personal expenses = $190
Other = $150
Total Costs = $3,060Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
†For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.
What's Included
Tuition
Housing
Pre-departure Advising
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation
Introduction to your program plus practical information about living in your host city
On-site Staff
Full-time program leadership and support in your city
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Travel Protection
CIEE iNext travel protection
24/7 emergency on-site support
Our Staff
Teppei Hayashi
Senior Program Manager
Teppei has lived, studied and worked in both Japan and the US (RI, OR, & PA). Majoring in Spanish and French allowed him to study and intern abroad during his...
Starr Miyata
Academic Manager
Starr has several years of experience working in education equity and international education in both the U.S. and Japan.
Get Started
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