2026 Sumitomo Electric Global Internship in Japan
Osaka and Yokohama, Japan Sponsor: Sumitomo Electric Industries Duration: 10 Weeks and 12 Weeks Eligible Countries: All Benefits: Round-trip Airfare from your university’s country to Japan, Accommodation and Meals, Travel Insurance, Weekly stipend and lots more Deadline: 6th February, 2026 Requirement for the 2026 Sumitomo Electric Global Internship Candidates from all around the world are eligible for the Sumitomo Electric Global InternshipPosted April 30, 2026

Job Description
2026 Sumitomo Electric Global Internship in Japan
The Program aims to provide Practical work experience at the R&D labs or corporate headquarters of Sumitomo Electric Industries.
It is a Fully Funded Summer Internship for International students from around the world and is open to students holding a BS, BA, or Master’s degree.
Available Positions
This year, we offer three internship opportunities in Osaka and Itami, Japan. Please refer to the links below for more information. The application deadline is 5:00 PM EST on February 6, 2026.
- Video Content Creation Intern in Osaka, Japan
- Training Facility Utilization Strategy/Promotion Intern in Osaka, Japan
- Human Resources Intern in Itami, Japan
Overview of the 2026 Sumitomo Electric Global Internship
- Type: Internship
- Location: Osaka and Yokohama, Japan
- Sponsor: Sumitomo Electric Industries
- Duration: 10 Weeks and 12 Weeks
- Eligible Countries: All
- Benefits: Round-trip Airfare from your university’s country to Japan, Accommodation and Meals, Travel Insurance, Weekly stipend and lots more
- Deadline: 6th February, 2026
Requirement for the 2026 Sumitomo Electric Global Internship
- Candidates from all around the world are eligible for the Sumitomo Electric Global Internship.
- Students currently enrolled in an accredited university seeking a BS or MS degree.
- Basic Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, MS Word, and PowerPoint.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
The Program Covers:
- Round-trip Airfare from your university’s country to Japan
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Rail pass (if applicable)
- Travel Insurance
- Weekly stipend to assist with living expenses in Japan.
- Full-time roles may be offered after the internship.
Academic Background of Applicant
- Industrial Engineering
- Electrical
- Electronic Engineering
- Material Science
- Human Resources Development
- Physics or Engineering
- Optics and Optical Fibers