The Applications are now open for the RIKEN IMS Internship 2026 in Japan. It is a Fully Funded Internship program for International students. The Duration of the Internship is 1 to 3 Months. Applicants from all around the world are eligible to apply for the RIKEN IMS Internship. The Internship is open to master’s, PhD, and Young postdoc students. There is no application fee, and IELTS is also not required. The purpose of the RIKEN IMS Internship is to gain research experience in a world-class scientific environment within a RIKEN laboratory. Participants will arrive in Yokohama City, Japan, and will work under the Guidance of the Supervisor at the RIKEN Center for Integrative Medical Sciences (IMS). More details are below.
Details About RIKEN IMS Internship 2026
- Host Country: Japan
- Location: RIKEN Center for Integrative Medical Sciences, Yokohama
- Duration: 1 to 3 Months
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: September 2026
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Financial Benefits
The Program Covers:
- Round Airfare Tickets
- Accommodation
- 3,000 Yen/Day Stipend
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Program Focus
The Program aims to create a new research area of integrative medical sciences, which includes genome-wide medical science, immunology and physiology, bioinformatics, and molecular, biochemical, and quantitative sciences.
Eligibility Criteria
- The Internship is open to all Nationals.
- Open to Master’s or PhD students or medical students.
- Open to Young postdocs within three years of obtaining their PhD.
- Applicants are required to be enrolled in an academic institution for the duration of their proposed internship.
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Required Documents
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Statement of Purpose
- Research Background
- Desired Internship Dates
- GDPR Consent Form (For EU and UK residents only)
- Recommendation Letter
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How to Apply for the Japan RIKEN IMS Internship 2026?
Application Process for RIKEN IMS Internship:
- Laboratory Selection and Contact:
- Review the list of RIKEN IMS laboratories: https://www.ims.riken.jp/english/laboratories/
- Contact your chosen laboratory directly (using the contact information provided on their webpage)
- Research Topic Proposal:
- Once a laboratory agrees to host you, discuss your proposed research topic with the team leader.
- Ensure your final research proposal aligns with the ongoing research within the host laboratory.
- Application Submission:
- Submit your application materials (in English) via email to the host laboratory’s team leader.
- Applications must be received no later than four months before your desired start date.
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