Applications are now open for the OIST Research Internship in Japan for the Fall 2026 intake. OIST offers a Fully Funded Internship for International students living in any country. The minimum duration of the Internship is 3 Months, and the maximum is 6 months. Candidates from around the world are eligible to apply for the OIST Internship. The Internship is offered at the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology. The Fall 2026 internship will run from October 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027. The OIST Internship is open to Enrolled Bachelors and Master’s Students or those who have graduated with a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree from any University. Interns will work under the guidance of the OIST Supervisor. IELTS is not required, and more details are below.
Details About OIST Research Internship in Japan 2026
- Host Country: Japan
- Institute: Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology
- Duration: 3 to 6 Months (October 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027)
- Intake: Fall 2026
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 15th April 2026
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Financial Benefits
The Program Covers:
- Internship Allowance: 2,400 JPY/Day
- Community Allowance: OIST Shuttle Bus Pass
- Travel Expenses: One direct round-trip air ticket
- Accommodation: Furnished on or off-campus housing.
- Administrative Support: Visa and other Support.
Also Check: List of Summer Programs in Japan 2026 (Fully Funded)
Internship Fields
The OIST Research Intern program is available in STEM fields.
- Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Neuroscience, Mathematics, Computational Science, Environmental, Ecological, Marine Sciences, Science, Engineering, and Medical. Check the Available Research Internship Positions.
Eligibility Criteria
- Students can be from any country. There is no restriction on nationality.
- No need for any IELTS or TOEFL Test.
- Applicants who are enrolled in an Undergraduate Degree program can apply.
- Applicants who are enrolled in a Graduate Degree program can apply.
- Applicants who have recently graduated with a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree can also apply.
- Read OIST Internship FAQs
Required Documents
Please complete all these documents using the online application form.
- An updated Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of Interest
- A Letter of Recommendation
- Academic Transcript
- ID Photo
Also Check: UNIQLO Global Management 2026 in Japan (Fully Funded)
How to Apply for the OIST Research Internship 2026?
Applications to the program must be made through the online form. The link to the official website is below. Please check out our internship category for more paid and fully funded internships for International students. To stay updated, please join our WhatsApp Groups
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