Career Opportunities

U.S.-JAPAN COUNCIL & THE TOMODACHI INITIATIVE

The U.S.-Japan Council is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, tax exempt organization in the United States which has recently incorporated in Japan as a koeki zaidan hojin. The Council administers the TOMODACHI Initiative, a public-private partnership forged after the Great East Japan Earthquake in collaboration with the U.S. Embassy in Tokyo with the support of the Government of Japan.  TOMODACHI invests in the next generation of Japanese and American leaders through educational and cultural exchanges as well as leadership programs. We seek to foster a “TOMODACHI Generation” of young American and Japanese leaders who are committed to and engaged in strengthening U.S.-Japan relations, appreciate each other’s countries and cultures, and possess the global skills and mindsets needed to contribute to and thrive in a more cooperative, prosperous, and secure world.

TOMODACHI Initiative Intern Tokyo Office (remote)

OVERVIEW OF INTERNSHIP

The TOMODACHI Initiative is seeking an unpaid intern. TOMODACHI offers an exciting environment for interns to be exposed to non-profit, corporate, and government fields. Responsibilities for past interns have included creating and drafting documents, translations, website management, social media management, newsletter distribution, public speaking, communication with program participants, designing presentations and posters, and event planning.

REQUIREMENTS

Applicants should meet the following requirements:

• Bilingual proficiency in spoken and written Japanese and English
• Commit at least 16 hours per week for a minimum of three months
• Maintain good academic standing at an accredited university, college, or technical program

 APPLICATION PROCESS

Please send your resume and cover letter to opportunities@usjapancouncil.org.