TOMODACHI-STEM Women’s Leadership and Research Program 2026
TOMODACHI-Dow Women’s STEM Leadership and Research Program offers a five-week internship experience tailored to a diverse cohort of 10 female students majoring in STEM in Japan. Our primary goal of this program is to further diminish the gender gap in the STEM fields in Japan while advancing educational equity. During the internship, implemented by and hosted at Rice University, participants delve into the intricacies of international collaboration and engagement between the U.S. and Japan. They also receive hands-on exposure to scientific research practices in the U.S. and opportunities for career exploration, English language enrichment, cultural engagement, and collaboration with American students.
The program at Rice University in Houston, TX runs from February 7 to March 14, 2026.
This program is generously funded by Dow Chemical Japan Limited.
Program Information
Program Dates:
- Online Seminars start in September 2025
- Research & Internship at Rice University from Saturday, February 6, 2026 to Saturday, March 14, 2026
Number of Participants: 10 students
Application Deadline: Tuesday, July 15, 2025 23:59PM (JST)
For more information about the program and application, please review the program website provided by Rice University (English Only)
The 2024-2025 program application and details can be found here.
The 2021-2024 program information can be found here.
