Applications are now
open for the RIKEN RIH Summer Internship 2025 in Japan, a
fully funded opportunity for international students to gain hands-on research
experience in Kyoto. This internship is open to undergraduate and graduate
students from Japan and around the world. Participants will work on
cutting-edge research projects in fields such as robotics, artificial
intelligence, cognitive science, and more at the RIKEN Guardian Robot
Project (GRP).
The program offers two
duration options:
- 8 Weeks: July
24th – September 19th, 2025
- 4 Weeks: August
21st – September 19th, 2025
No application fee is
required, and IELTS is not mandatory. Below, you’ll find more details about the
benefits, eligibility criteria, and application process.
Key Details About the RIKEN RIH Summer Internship 2025
- Host Country: Japan
- Location: Guardian
Robot Project (GRP), Kyoto, Japan
- Duration: 4
Weeks or 8 Weeks
- Benefits: Fully
Funded
- Application Deadline: March
24th, 2025
Financial Benefits
The program covers the
following expenses:
- Round-Trip Airfare to
and from Japan.
- Accommodation during
the internship.
- Daily Allowance for
living expenses.
Internship Duration Options
- Long
Stay Program (Type A):
- Dates: July
24th – September 19th, 2025
- Duration: 8
Weeks
- Short
Stay Program (Type B):
- Dates: August
21st – September 19th, 2025
- Duration: 4
Weeks
Internship Areas
The internship focuses
on multidisciplinary research, including:
- Robotics
- Artificial Intelligence
- Cognitive Science
- Psychology
- Brain Science
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to applicants of all nationalities.
- Undergraduate and graduate students are eligible.
- Applicants must maintain student status at their
academic institution from the time of application through the program’s
completion.
- IELTS is not required.
Required Documents
Applicants must
prepare the following documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Motivation Letter
- Research Achievements (if
applicable)
After the application
deadline, shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. Final
selection results will be announced in early April 2025.
How to Apply
To apply, submit your
application documents via email to info@ml.riken.jp.
Be sure to include all required materials and indicate your preferred
internship duration (4 weeks or 8 weeks).
Official Link to
Apply: [APPLY FOR THEJAPAN RIKEN RIH SUMMER INTERNSHIP]
This is an incredible opportunity to work on groundbreaking research projects, gain valuable experience, and immerse yourself in Japan’s vibrant culture. Don’t miss out—apply