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OIST Research Internship 2027 in Japan (Fully Funded, Spring 2027 Round)
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Program Overview
The Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) Graduate School runs a research internship for students and recent graduates in science and engineering. Interns spend 4 to 6 months in an OIST research unit, working under a professor. Applications for the Spring 2027 round close on 15 October 2026 at 23:59 Japan time. Results are expected in mid-December 2026, and placements run between 1 April and 30 September 2027.
OIST covers a return air ticket, furnished accommodation and a daily allowance. It also charges a non-refundable application fee of 5,000 JPY, with no fee waivers. The internship is meant for people who need more research experience and may want to join the OIST PhD programme later. This page was last checked against the OIST website on 4 October 2026.
Checked on 7 October 2026 against the OIST website: the deadline for the Spring 2027 internship (1 April to 30 September 2027) is 15 October 2026 at 23:59 Japan time, and results come in mid-December 2026. There is an application fee of 5,000 yen, which is not refunded and not waived. PhD students and PhD graduates cannot apply. OIST lists an internship allowance of 2,400 yen per working day, one direct round trip and shared furnished housing on campus.
Key Information
Host Country
Japan
Funding Type
Fully Funded
English Requirement
Varies — check program requirements
Eligible Nations
All nationalities
Category
Fully Funded
Applications Open
Open now (Spring 2027 round)
Status
Accepting Applications
Scholarship Benefits
One direct round-trip air ticket
Furnished accommodation on or off campus
Internship allowance of 2,400 JPY per working day
OIST shuttle bus pass
Help with the Certificate of Eligibility for your visa and with registration
Support is for the intern only and does not cover family members
Eligibility Criteria
- Enrolled in the last two years of a bachelor's degree, or in any year of a master's degree
- Or already graduated with a bachelor's or master's degree
- Currently enrolled students need approval from their home institution
- An academic background that suits the OIST research unit you choose
- Current or graduated PhD students are not eligible
Guides for this scholarship
How Applications Are Evaluated
Each scholarship provider uses its own selection criteria. Applicants should review the official scholarship guidelines for the specific criteria used to evaluate applications.
Selection information published by the provider
- Placement depends on the suitability of your intended research, your academic background, available funding and available space in the host unit
Required Documents
Transcripts and diploma, or a certificate of enrolment (required)
Statement of purpose of no more than 250 words (required)
CV (required)
1 to 3 recommendation letters in English from professor-level faculty; at least one must arrive before you can submit, and letters from postdocs are not accepted (required)
Passport scan or another government ID (required)
ID photo taken in the last 3 months (required)
IELTS or TOEFL score (optional; an English test is not required)
Application fee of 5,000 yen
How to Apply
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Read the programme description and choose research units that match your background
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Create an account on the OIST application website
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Prepare your documents in English as PDF files and upload them
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Ask your referees early: you can submit only after at least one recommendation letter has arrived
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Pay the application fee and submit before 15 October 2026, 23:59 Japan time
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Results are expected in mid-December 2026
Ready to Submit?
Ensure you have reviewed all requirements and gathered your documents before starting the application.
Official Application WebsiteFrequently Asked Questions
It varies by program and by your previous education. Some providers accept other English tests, and some waive the test if your earlier degree was taught in English. Check the official program requirements before you apply.
The official deadline is 10/15/2026. We highly recommend submitting your application at least a week prior to avoid server congestion.
Most universities allow you to apply with a "Hope Certificate" or provisional transcript if you are in your final semester, provided you graduate before the intake starts.
This varies by university. Many fully funded scholarships cover or waive application fees, but some may still require an initial processing fee. Refer to the official guidelines.
For PhD and some Master's programs, securing an acceptance letter from a professor is often mandatory. For undergraduate programs, it is usually not required.
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