To all the international students in the sciences, do you want to have an immersive research experience in Japan through a fully funded internship program? Today at Opportunities Radar, we are here with an exciting research internship offered by one of the most reputable Japanese institutes that you should not miss out on. The applications are open for the UTRIP Summer Internship 2026. The University of Tokyo Research Internship Program (UTRIP) is a fully funded internship for international students hosted by the Graduate School of Science at the University of Tokyo.
The UTRIP is inviting applications from students currently pursuing their bachelor’s degree programs in natural sciences or related fields. It’s an on-site full-time 8-week internship scheduled to take place from June 24 to August 4, 2026, at the University of Tokyo. The internship offers students the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge scientific research under the mentorship of renowned faculty members in state-of-the-art research facilities. No country restrictions, the UTRIP is accepting applications from all nationals.
The programme strongly encourages outstanding students with long-term career goals in the scientific areas to apply. The program does not charge an application fee. The application window is November 25, 2025, to January 7, 2026. All interested applicants must submit their applications within the mentioned window. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered. Read more details about the UTRIP Eligiblity Criteria, Coverage, benefits, and application process below.
UTRIP Summer Internship 2026 in Japan Details
| Country | Japan |
|---|---|
| Eligible Countries | Open for All |
| Hosted by | University of Tokyo |
| Internship Dates | June 24 – August 4, 2026 |
| Coverage | Fully Funded |
| Application Deadline | January 7, 2026 |
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Eligiblity Criteria
UTRIP is accepting applications from applicants who meet the following criteria:
- UTRIP is open to all nationals
- Students currenly pursuing their bachelor’s degree in natural sciences or related fields from recognized institutes
- Students enrolled in an integrated bachelor’s/master’s degree may also apply
- Japanese nationals or students pursuing their degrees in Japanese institutions are not eligible
- Students must have completed one year of their bachelor’s degree
- Must commit 6 weeks of full-time participation
- Passionate about conducting research in natural sciences or related fields
- Students must have excellent academic records
- Return to their home universities for at least one term after completing the internship
- Language proficiency (IELTS or TOEFL) required if English is not your first language
- Language test exemption for students who have received an English medium education continuously for the past 8 years.
Internship Benefits
- Gain available insights into the institute’s Graduate school life
- Experience cutting-edge research at the frontier of Natural science
- Culture immersion through visits to historical sites
- Language course for students interested in the Japanese language
- Successful candidates will recieve a completion certificate from the institute
- Carry out a research project under the mentorship of a renowned faculty member
- Networking opportunities with fellow interns and faculty from your fields
UTRIP Financial Support
The University of Tokyo offers generous support for participation in the internship, including:
- Free of cost accommodation for the program duration
- Round-trip air travel support
- A one-time allowance of 140,000–170,000 JPY to cover your living expenses during your stay in Japan
- Access to the institute’s facilities
Application Materials
Interested students are required to submit the following documents:
- Complete Application Form
- Personal Statement
- An updated CV/Resume
- Scanned Degree Transcript
- English language qualification (If Applicable)
- Recommendation letter
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How to Apply for UTRIP 2026?
The application process to apply for the UTRIP Summer research program is online. Before starting the application, review the list of Project Topics/Faculty Members to shortlist projects and labs of your interest. Candidates can select up to 2 hosting labs.
Visit the official link below to apply for the program:
Result Announcement: The result will be announced at the beginning of April 2026.
