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Students

Japan internship pathways for HBCU students

HBCU Japan is being designed for students from accredited HBCUs who want international exposure, real project experience, and a clearer view of professional life in Japan.

What students may experience.

Exact offerings will depend on host availability, field, funding, visa status, and program design.

Career

Professional placement

A Tokyo internship matched as closely as practical to interests and skills.

Projects

Remote preparation

Pre-Tokyo projects connected to business, Japan, research, media, technology, or other fields.

Skills

AI-enabled work

Practical use of modern tools, research, communication, and project workflows.

Culture

Japan experience

Professional and cultural exposure designed to make the experience broader than a workplace placement.

Network

Hosts & mentors

Relationships with Japan-based organizations, professionals, and peers.

Evidence

Portfolio & reflection

A stronger record of what you actually did, learned, and contributed.

Interested in Summer 2027?

We are collecting early expressions of interest while program details are developed.

INTERNSHIPS & APPLIED EXPERIENCE

Looking for project experience now?

HBCU Japan is developing its own pathways. In the meantime, general internships and AI-enabled project opportunities across the wider ecosystem are coordinated through Aoyama Professionals.

Apply at Aoyama Professionals →