Career Exploration Programs for Exchange Students
Exploring a career in Japan can pose challenges for students with limited time in the country, particularly given the prevalent requirement for Japanese language skills in many companies. Hitotsubashi University addresses this issue by offering two types of career exploration programs designed to give exchange students a practical glimpse into working in Japanese companies, thus enriching their global career aspirations.
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Hitotsubashi Internship Program (HIP) |
Hidden Opportunity Pursuit (HOP) |
| Program Type | Internship (Unpaid) | Company Visit and Business Planning |
| Duration | 4 Weeks | 3 Days + Presentation Day |
| Time | End of July to End of August | March |
| Venue | Large, Midsize, and Venture Enterprises in Tokyo | Sake Brewery and Tourism Office Visits in Chiba |
| Number of Openings | 4-6 Participants | 4-6 Participants |
| Japanese Proficiency | Required (N1/N2) | Not Required |
| Program Information | Released in April | Released in December |
| [HIP2024 Program Info] | [HOP2024 Program Info] | |
| Information Session (Online) | Apr. 17,2024 16:00 -17:00 | [HOP 2024 Info Session]
Jan. 15,2024 15:00 -16:00 |
| Application Form | [HIP2024 Application] | [HOP2024 Application] |
| Application Deadline | April 21, 2024 | January 19, 2024 |
| Application Inquiries | Study Abroad Section (Inbound), Educational Affairs Division <edu-gs.g2@ad.hit-u.ac.jp> | |
