A new opportunity for a fully funded summer internship in Japan has been announced. Applications are now open for the NIG Summer Internship 2025, which is available to international students worldwide. This internship lasts approximately 41 days, from June 13 to July 24, 2025. It is designed for undergraduate and graduate students seeking research experience. Interns will conduct independent research under the guidance of mentors at NIG. There is no application fee, and all expenses will be covered by NIG. At the conclusion of the internship, participants will present their work and share their experiences. Additionally, interns will have the chance to explore Japan, immerse themselves in its culture, and enjoy delicious Japanese cuisine. Further details about the NIG Internship, including requirements and benefits, are provided below.

Details About NIG Summer Internship 2025 in Japan

• Host Country: Japan
• Duration: 41 Days
• Dates: June 13– July 24, 2025
• Benefits: Fully Funded
• Deadline: 6th January 2025

Financial Benefits

The NIG Internship will cover:

• Round-trip Airfare
• Free Airport transfers
• Free Accommodation
• Travel Insurance

Areas of NIG Research Internship

NIGINTERN 2025, host laboratories are listed below. Interns will conduct independent research under the mentorship of NIG Faculty.

• Bioinformatics
• Biophysics and Structural Biology
• Cell Biology
• Developmental Biology
• Evolutionary and Quantitative Biology
• Genome Biology
• Molecular Biology and Biochemistry
• Neurobiology
• Plant Biology

Eligibility Criteria

• The Internship is open to all the Nationals.
• There is no application fee.
• Applicants must be interested in life sciences.
• Applicant must be in a prefinal-year of degree program. For example:
  • In 3rd year of a 4-year bachelor’s program, in the 2nd year of a 3-year bachelor’s program, in the 4th year of a 5-year program, in the 1st year of a 2-year master’s program, or the 5th year of a 6-year program.
• Applicants must show their interest in genetics and related fields in life sciences.

Required Documents

• Letter of Motivation
• Curriculum Vitae
• Scanned Academic Transcript
• Two recommendation letters
• Check NIG Internship Timeline, FAQs and Requirements

How to Apply for the NIG Summer Internship 2025?

to apply, please complete the online application form and submit it following the guidelines provided on the official website below.