Software Engineering & Development internship in Japan
Write, test and ship code with development teams in Japan.
What you'll do
Your day-to-day
As a Software Engineering & Development intern in Japan, you might:
- Write and debug code as part of a team.
- Help build new features for web or mobile apps.
- Maintain and update existing software.
- Test software, find bugs and suggest fixes.
- Join code reviews and team meetings.
You'll build coding skills and learn how tech teams in Japan work together.
Local know-how
What to know before you go
Software Engineering in Japan
Japan's trade ministry (METI) estimated in a 2019 study that the country could be short of up to 790,000 IT workers by 2030, according to the Japan International Cooperation Agency. That gap is one reason software teams in Japan welcome people who can code, including international interns.
There's also a lot of older software to look after. METI has warned for years about aging legacy systems at Japanese companies and is pushing for a move to modern, flexible systems. So alongside new features, you might read existing code, fix bugs, test and update systems. Most of our interns in Japan work in Tokyo. A GitHub profile or class projects help show what you can do.
Job roles
Front-End Developer Intern
Build the screens users see and click.
Back-End Developer Intern
Work on servers, APIs and databases.
QA Tester Intern
Write test plans, find bugs and check fixes.
Mobile App Developer Intern
Build and improve features for mobile apps.
DevOps Intern
Help automate how software is built, tested and released.
UI/UX Design Intern
Help make software simpler to use.
Your exact tasks depend on your host company, and all our host companies in Japan work in English.
The industry
The Software Engineering & Development industry in Japan
Economic impact
Japanese companies are short of IT engineers, so software teams welcome people who can code.
Technology
Teams work on web and mobile apps, cloud systems, robotics and AI.
Career opportunities
Web, mobile, testing, DevOps and design are all open to you, and your internship helps you see which path fits.
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Prices
How much it costs
Asia Internship Program prices depend on your program and how long you stay. See the destination page for the full price table.
FAQ
Questions interns ask
Do I need to speak Japanese for a software internship in Tokyo?
No. Our host companies in Japan work in English. Some basic Japanese helps in daily life and shows an interest in the culture.
How much coding do I need for a software internship in Japan?
You need enough skill to contribute to a team, such as basic web, mobile or testing work. A degree isn't required. Tell your career advisor about your coding languages and projects on your free call.
Can I do a software internship in Japan for 6 weeks?
Yes. Programs run 6 to 24 weeks and can start on any date. Longer stays usually mean bigger tasks, such as owning a feature.
Applications open all year
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It's free to apply, and you only pay a deposit once you're accepted.