Join Intern Abroad HQ, the world’s most affordable international internship organization, and invest in your future with a Youth Development & Education Internship in Japan.

Assist hard working parents in Japan by interning in after-school centers, providing supplementary education to children, playing games and giving them valued exposure to the English language. Interns can also assist in schools and kindergartens, helping students between 3-14 years old.

All interns in Tokyo are accommodated in dormitory rooms within a sharehouse. Common areas such as lounge, kitchen and laundry facilities are provided.

Eligibility requirement

Interns must have completed high school and have relevant experience or qualifications related to education, teaching or social work, or desire to gain experience in the TEFL industry.

Language requirements

This internship is conducted in English.

What's Included

This program ranges from 5-24 weeks. Your fully-hosted experience includes sourcing of your internship placement, personalization of your project plan, airport pick-up, orientation, accommodation, meals and 24/7 support. For a full list of our transparent fees, check out our website.
 
Youth Development and Education interns in Tokyo are highly appreciated. Many Japanese parents work until late at night, so it’s normal for children to spend six hours or more at after-school care programs, where they do homework or play games. By joining this Youth Development and Education internship in Japan, you’ll assist in these programs, known locally as gakudos, and have the option to be placed in international kindergartens or schools during the day.

Regardless of your placement, interns in Tokyo are highly valued for providing students with casual exposure to the English language. You can help to teach students English, share your cultural background, or take part in arts, music, theater, or other games. Students range in age from 3-14, and interns can request to work with students of a particular age if you wish. This will be accommodated wherever possible, but cannot be guaranteed. (Requests to work with secondary school aged students cannot be guaranteed).

Interns will work closely with local teachers and other staff, helping to prepare lessons and educational material appropriate for the children or students in your placement. Your main focus will be on teaching English, either formally in lessons, or informally in more casual settings. Interns should come prepared to primarily assist. If you would like to directly lead any classes, this needs to be discussed in advance, to understand individual skills, experience level and expectations.

English language speakers are sought-after as teachers, so interns don’t need to speak Japanese. Interns do not need to be native English language speakers but should have sufficient proficiency. Bear in mind that some students may not be able to communicate in English very well. In these instances, you may need to be careful to speak slowly and clearly, and have creative games or other solutions to overcome any language barriers you encounter. Interns who do have some Japanese language skills will have an advantage, as this will make it much easier to communicate with local teachers.
 
Intern Abroad HQ's Japan programs are available year-round, with the Monday start date of your choice.

Intern Abroad HQ provides the most affordable and top-rated programs. Detailed pricing available for your duration on our website.

We match you with innovative and entrepreneurial host organizations around the world that give you the opportunity to make a real contribution on high-impact projects with the support of travel experts with an outstanding safety system and track record.

Gain valuable international career experience that will boost your employability in a volatile job market.

Our experiential learning approach provides a structured and guided platform for you to think critically about your experiences on your internship. It accelerates and deepens your learning by asking self-reflective questions around the contexts, actions, and outcomes of your placement.

Academic credit available for all experiences with 45 hours or more through our School of Record with University of Montana that you can apply towards your degree at your home institution.

Flexible booking and free changes so you can register with confidence.

• Select your start date & duration: All Intern Abroad HQ programs are available year-round and you can choose to intern for durations on this program ranging from 5 to 24 weeks.
• Complete your registration: After you have been accepted on your chosen program, you can secure your place by paying the Deposit.
• Pay your Balance: This is only due 60 days before your program starts.

Need to make changes to your booking? You can make free unlimited changes to your destination, project and dates up until 60 days before you start.