Political sciences and civics

Political intern

  • Japan, Tokyo
  • Work schedule:
    Not specified
  • Salary range: /
  • Contract type: 3 to 6 months
  • Application deadline: 01/Sep/2025
  • Starting date: 01/Oct/2025

Job description

About the program

The office of Yosuke Suzuki, a member of Japan's National Diet and the Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan (CDP), is offering an internship for overseas students interested in Japanese politics. This is a unique opportunity to gain a hands-on experience in policy research, governance, and local political activities. Interns also have the opportunity to contribute to the work of a prominent Japanese politician.

About the position

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conducting research to support legislative initiatives. 
  • Gathering information regarding international affairs for policy making. 
  • Engaging with international organizations and foreign politicians 
  • Support office operations, including communications and administrative tasks. 
  • Assist with local political activities in the districts of Bunkyo and Toshima (Tokyo).


About you

We are looking for motivated individuals who are passionate about policy-making and eager to make a difference. You should be:

  • Enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s level program in a relevant field 
  • Fluent in English 
  • Enroll in the internship as part of their bachelor’s or master’s degree as job experience or foreign experience


Preferably, we would also look for students who:

  • Fluent in Japanese or other languages 
     

Location

National Diet Building, Tokyo

2 Chome-2-1 Nagatachō, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 100-8981

Working Hours

20 hours per week (flexible schedule)

Duration

3 to 6 months

Compensation

Transportation allowance (limited to within Tokyo)

Phone

+81335087028

Requirements

Level of studies:
Bachelor (EQF 6)
Master (EQF 7)
Minimun work experience:
No experience required
Working language(s):
English/English

This job offer requires a valid work permit / visa.

Conditions

Salary information
  • Work schedule:
    Not specified
    (
    20
    h/week)
  • Salary range: /
Employee Benefits:
Transportation costs

Competences & skills

This are some of the competences and skills the recruiter is looking for this offer.
Analytical thinking
Research and analysis
Intercultural Communication

Company details

Recruiter details
Posted by: Yosuke Suzuki
Email: info*********[email protected]
Position: Member of the House of Representatives
Company registered since 24/Mar/2025
1 active offers.
1 offers posted since registration.