Ashinaga, a non-profit organization headquartered in Japan, is dedicated to providing educational and emotional support to orphaned students globally. The Ashinaga Internship Program offers a wide range of opportunities across various departments, allowing interns to select from different fields within the organization. By attracting talented individuals from around the world, Ashinaga aims to transform into a comprehensive, international NGO. With over 400 interns from 90 universities across numerous countries, the program has a diverse and inclusive reach.
Interns participating in the program collaborate with different teams at the Tokyo headquarters, receiving guidance from experienced supervisors while developing transferable skills and gaining valuable insights into the operations of an international NGO. The internship entails a part-time flexible schedule of approximately 20 hours per week, which is determined in consultation with supervisors. The Ashinaga Spring-Summer Internship Program provides various benefits, such as a daily lunch stipend, support fee, and work-related travel expenses for interns residing in Japan. Additionally, interns gain hands-on experience in a multicultural environment, fostering personal and professional growth.
The program has specific requirements for applicants, including being a university student or recent graduate with creative, proactive mindsets, possessing native-level or high-level English fluency, and demonstrating availability for the weekly workload. Candidates should also have an interest in collaborating with individuals from diverse backgrounds. The selection process includes hybrid and remote opportunities tailored to different locations, with onsite Japanese programs offering positions in Japan, the Ashinaga Africa Initiative (AAI), and general roles, while remote positions are available for AAI and general positions. The application deadline for the upcoming program is February 25, 2024. Prospective interns can find detailed information on how to apply on the Ashinaga website to seize this unique opportunity for personal and professional development.
