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Japan: Tokyo

Spend eight weeks living and working in the world’s largest metropolitan area – Tokyo! This vibrant metropolis blends traditional culture with cutting-edge modernity, offering everything from traditional temples to futuristic skyscrapers. Tokyo, the capital of Japan, is known for its bustling neighborhoods, world-class cuisine, and efficient public transportation; the city provides an unparalleled urban experience. During this summer experience, you will apply the theories and concepts you’ve learned in class to an international working environment, learning and practicing another culture’s professional customs, behaviors, and norms.

Since you’ll work with other international students in this program, you’ll expand your network while gaining valuable professional experience. The skills you develop in this internship will transform you as a leader and give you a competitive advantage in the job market. Along with practicing fundamental workplace skills, you will demonstrate that you can work in a diverse environment, adapt to change, be a flexible problem solver, and integrate successfully into a diverse and cross-cultural team—all high-demand skills for today’s globally-minded employers. You will have access to professional internship opportunities spanning various industry sectors in Tokyo.

You will work 35-40 hours per week for eight weeks, Monday through Friday, at your host company.

This program is run through The Intern Group, a third-party provider.

The Intern Group’s internship services include:

  • Placement in a professional internship prior to departure
  • Professional resume revision
  • Interview preparation and coaching
  • Visa application assistance
  • Pre-internship and on-site orientation, including airport pickup
  • On-site coaching throughout internship
  • Professional development training and workshops
  • Social programming with intern cohort
  • Re-entry coaching and access to The Intern Group alumni network
  • Learn more about The Intern Group’s placement process in this introductory YouTube video.

Quick Facts & Links

You must be admitted to the UNC Kenan-Flagler Undergraduate Business Program to apply for this program. Pre-business students, non-business majors and minors and non-UNC students are not eligible, with the exception of students in the Assured Admission Program (AAP). Admission status will be verified for all applicants.

  • GPA Requirement: 3.00
  • Language Prerequisite: None
  • Class During Program (min): Rising Juniors
    • First-year AAPs are eligible to apply to this program
  • Language of Instruction: English
  • Program Dates:
    • Summer 2025:
      • Arrive by Saturday, June 7, 2025. Depart on August 2, 2025.
  • Program Virtual Info Session: Tuesday, November 19th at Noon (Register here)
  • Meet program alumni
  • Accessibility Resources
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Application Information

Apply for a Kenan-Flagler Global Program and Global Programs scholarship through the same application system using your Kenan-Flagler credentials. Click the Apply Now button below to learn more about application deadlines, requirements, and to start your application!

Applications are due January 15, 2025 at 9pm

Please note that you must meet with a UBP Global Programs Advisor and/or attend an international internship information session in order for your application to be considered for this program. 


FAQs

Meet with an Advisor

UBP students can schedule a meeting with Dr. Brian Peters or a Global Advisor to learn more about this and other International Internship programs by clicking on the “Schedule Appointment” link below.

Schedule Appointment

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