Unlock your potential in cutting-edge research by applying for the OIST Internship Program 2026. This highly competitive program offers students and recent graduates the chance to gain hands-on experience and collaborate with world-class scientists at the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) in Japan.

  • 🌟 Global Opportunity: Open to students and recent graduates worldwide, fostering cultural diversity.
  • 🧬 Cutting-Edge Research: Participants engage in groundbreaking projects across various fields like physics and biology.
  • 👩‍🏫 World-Class Mentors: Guided by leading experts, gaining valuable skills and insights.
  • 🤝 Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Encourages creativity through cross-disciplinary teamwork.
  • 🎌 Cultural Immersion: Offers a chance to explore Japan’s rich heritage and vibrant lifestyle.
  • 💸 Competitive Stipend: Includes a generous living allowance, travel, accommodation, and other benefits.
  • 🚀 Career Launchpad: Enhances career prospects with prestigious experience and global networks.
  • 🌍 Diverse Community: Join an international network of scholars, fostering lifelong connections.
  • 🎓 Flexibility: Open to undergraduates, graduates, and recent graduates, accommodating various academic stages.
  • 🌟 Life-Changing Experience: Transformative opportunity to refine research skills and gain a global perspective.

Designation

Internship

Research Area

10 Master’s Students at Universität Hamburg, Germany
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Interdisciplinary research across various fields, including physics, biology, neuroscience, and more.

Location

Okinawa, Japan

Eligibility/Qualification

  • Students in STEM fields currently enrolled in undergraduate or master’s degree programs at universities, colleges, or vocational schools, either in Japan or overseas.
  • Recent graduates are also encouraged to apply.
  • Applicants must provide an approval letter from their home institution if enrolled in an eligible degree program.
  • Candidates with highly-developed research skills may also be considered.

Job Description

Italian Government Scholarship for MSc and PhD Students
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Interns will engage in hands-on experimentation and collaboration on groundbreaking research projects. They will receive mentorship from leading experts and have the opportunity to foster creativity and innovation while contributing to state-of-the-art research in a multicultural environment.

How to Apply

  1. Visit the official OIST website and navigate to the “Internship Program” section.
  2. Review the eligibility requirements.
  3. Prepare your application documents, including:
  • Resume/CV
  • Statement of interest/research proposal
  • Academic transcripts
  • Recommendation letters
  1. Complete the online application form accurately with relevant details.
  2. Submit your application before the deadline.

Last Date to Apply

October 15, 2025 (23:59 JST UTC+9)

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