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OIST RESEARCH INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

Application Deadline: October 15, 2024, 23:59 (JST UTC+9)

LOCATION: Japan

The OIST Graduate School offers education and research opportunities through our Research Internship program in STEM fields. The internship is typically 3 to 6 months. These short-term placements give students the opportunity to gain experience in a particular laboratory or to learn a specific technique. Research Interns will work under the direction of a Professor and contribute to the research activities of OIST.

ELIGIBILITY:

Those who are currently enrolled in their last two years of a bachelor’s degree, enrolled in any year of a master’s degree in universities, colleges, junior colleges, and vocational schools in Japan or overseas, or those who have graduated with a bachelor’s or master’s degree, are eligible to apply for the Research Internship at OIST.

Currently enrolled students must have approval from their home institution. The academic background of applicants should be appropriate to their desired host unit(s) at OIST.

Research Interns who belong to a Japanese university/institution are required to prepare and bring their own insurances when accepted to the OIST Research Internship program. Acceptable insurances are the combination of Gakkensai and Gakkenbai, or other insurances with similar coverage.

Application RoundApplication DeadlineResult AnnouncementPeriod of internship
Spring 2025 InternshipOctober 15, 2024,
23:59 (JST UTC+9)
Late December 2024Between April 1, 2025
– September 30, 2025
Fall 2025 InternshipApril 15, 2025,
23:59 (JST UTC+9)
Late June 2025Between October 1, 2025
– March 31, 2026

BENEFIT:

The following supports are only available for the research intern and do not extend to dependents, family members, or others.

Internship Allowance: 2,400 JPY per working day

Commuting Allowance: OIST Shuttle Bus Pass

Travel Expenses: One direct round-trip air ticket (travel date will be closest date to the term of placement)

Accommodation: Furnished accommodation on or off campus

Administrative Support: Acquisition of Certificate of Eligibility (CoE) for your visa application and as well as registration procedures

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WORLD BANK RECRUITMENT DRIVE FOR AFRICA 

Application Deadline: September 25, 2024

LOCATION: Multiple Regions

The Western and Central Africa Region of the World Bank is looking for dedicated professionals with a passion for international development to join our innovative and diverse staff. A career with the World Bank Group offers a unique opportunity to contribute to solving some of the world’s most pressing problems.

ELIGIBILITY:

Mid-career professionals, technical specialists with at least 5 years of experience in a sector, professional associations, and faculty and students who have an interest in learning more about the World Bank Group.

Interested in a local position in one of the offices of the Western and Central Africa region of the World Bank;

Hold a Master’s and/or PhD Degree(s) with a minimum of 5-8 years of professionally relevant experience for levels GF, GG, and EC2;

Hold a Bachelor’s degree and an accounting certificate with a minimum of 2 years of experience for the GE position

A technical expert with development experience in the relevant areas;

Fluent in oral and written English. French or Portuguese is also required for some positions.

BENEFIT:

The World Bank Group offers competitive salaries and benefit packages.

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