OIST Research Internship Program 2026 (Fully Funded)

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OIST Research Internship Program 2026 (Fully Funded) – Japan

Applications are open for the OIST Research Internship Program (Fall 2026) at the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST), Japan. This is a fully funded international research internship opportunity for students and recent graduates in STEM fields.

Program Details

Host Country: Japan
Institute: Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST)
Duration: 3 to 6 months
Internship Period: October 1, 2026 – March 31, 2027
Intake: Fall 2026
Application Deadline: 15 April 2026

Financial Benefits (Fully Funded)

The program covers:

Internship Allowance: 2,400 JPY per day
Community Allowance: OIST shuttle bus pass
Travel Support: One round-trip airfare (direct route)
Accommodation: Fully furnished on-campus or off-campus housing
Administrative Support: Visa assistance and related support

Internship Fields

Research internships are available across STEM disciplines, including:

Physics, Chemistry, Biology
Neuroscience, Mathematics, Computational Science
Environmental, Ecological & Marine Sciences
Engineering and Medical Sciences

👉 Available research positions: https://lnkd.in/gixePf5X

Eligibility Criteria

Open to applicants from all nationalities
No IELTS/TOEFL required
Open to:
- Undergraduate students
- Graduate students
- Recent graduates (Bachelor’s or Master’s degree)