The University of Tokyo UTSIP Kashiwa Internship 2027 is a laboratory-based summer programme at the Kashiwa campus, run by the Graduate School of Frontier Sciences for undergraduates enrolled outside Japan. It combines laboratory work with lectures, research proposal work, Japanese language classes and cultural activities. Around 14 places are available and applications are submitted online only.
Complete guide to the UTSIP Kashiwa 2027 programme overview, important dates, eligibility criteria, stipend and benefits, required documents, selection process, application steps and important links.
Quick Highlights
Parameter
Details
Organization
University of Tokyo (Graduate School of Frontier Sciences)
Position
UTSIP Kashiwa Summer Internship 2027
Job Type
Internship (residence-type summer programme)
Location
Kashiwa campus, Japan
Eligibility
Undergraduate students enrolled at a college or university outside Japan
Experience Required
Not specified (undergraduate academic record assessed)
Sector
Research and Higher Education
Preferred Applicants
Overseas undergraduates who remain enrolled throughout the programme
The University of Tokyo delivers UTSIP Kashiwa through its Graduate School of Frontier Sciences as a summer research internship hosted at the Kashiwa campus for undergraduates studying outside Japan.
Area
Details
Host Body
Graduate School of Frontier Sciences, University of Tokyo
Programme
UTSIP Kashiwa Summer Internship 2027
Programme Dates
June 21 to August 6, 2027
Programme Type
Laboratory-based summer internship with residence-type commitment
Activities
Laboratory work, lectures, research proposal work, Japanese language classes, cultural activities
Intake
Approximately 14 places
Application Mode
Online only
Research Fields
Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Studies, Information Technology, International Studies, Materials Sciences, Advanced Energy, Ocean Science, Physics, Sustainability Science
University of Tokyo UTSIP Kashiwa Internship 2027 Important Dates
Event
Date
Notification Date
2026/11/12
Guidelines Released
November 12, 2026
Application Site Opens
Late November 2026
Host Laboratory List Available
Late November 2026 (subject to change)
Last Date to Apply
Wednesday, January 13, 2027 at 17:00 Japan time (13:30 IST)
Result
February 5 to February 8, 2027 (by email)
Confirmation of Participation
Within 5 days after the result email is sent
Key Responsibilities
Laboratory Research Work
Responsibility
Details
Lab Selection
Choose up to 3 laboratories from the host laboratory list
Research Work
Conduct laboratory work in the chosen host laboratory
Research Proposal
Prepare research proposal work during the programme
Programme Activities
Responsibility
Details
Lectures
Attend lectures as part of the programme
Japanese Language Classes
Participate in Japanese language classes
Cultural Activities
Take part in cultural activities
Special Events
Attend all programme activities and special events
Attendance
Must be available for all lectures, laboratory work and special events
Minimum Qualifications and Experience
Requirement
Details
Enrolment
Undergraduate students enrolled at an overseas college or university outside Japan
Continued Enrolment
Must remain enrolled in the undergraduate degree programme throughout the entire internship
Degree Status
Must not have completed a bachelor's degree or equivalent before the programme ends
Availability
Must be available to attend all programme activities, including lectures, laboratory work and special events
Programme Mode
Residence-type commitment at Kashiwa; not remote or part-time
Selection Basis
Comprehensive assessment of all submitted application materials
Additional Skills That Strengthen an Application
Skill
Details
Research Fit
Clear, specific reasons for choosing each laboratory
Proposal Writing
Ability to describe qualifications to conduct the research project and prior projects in detail
Academic Record
Transcript covering all undergraduate courses up to the most recent completed period
English Proficiency
TOEFL (iBT/PBT), IELTS or TOEIC score sheet unless exempted
Academic References
Recommendation letter from an academic supervisor or professor
Documentation
Clear, legible PDF or JPEG uploads with correct file orientation and naming
Who Should Apply
Background
Details
Undergraduates at universities outside Japan
Yes
Indian students enrolled at universities in India
Yes (if enrolled throughout the internship and able to attend all activities)
Students remaining undergraduates throughout June 21 – August 6, 2027
Priority consideration
Final-year students who will complete their bachelor's before the programme ends
Not eligible
Applicants available for a full residence-type commitment at Kashiwa
Priority consideration
Salary and Employment Benefits
Detail
Information
Pay / Stipend
JPY 130,000 UTSIP scholarship
Accommodation
University-arranged designated accommodation throughout the programme
Insurance
Health insurance programme provided by the Graduate School of Frontier Sciences during the internship
Additional Allowance
None listed; the JPY 130,000 is not split into travel, accommodation or living components
Documents Required
Document
Details
Cover Letter
One separate letter per laboratory applied to (up to 3), answering two set questions in 500-800 words total
Cover Letter Question 1
Why the laboratory was chosen and what is hoped to be gained from the UTSIP experience
Cover Letter Question 2
How qualified the applicant is to conduct the research project and how experience and skills enable it
Cover Letter Format
Free format, A4 size, 2-3 pages; file named after the lab or professor applied to
Academic Transcript
Undergraduate study up to the most recent completed period, in English or Japanese
Certificate of Registration
Confirming name, university, faculty, and year and month of enrollment (no specific format)
Recommendation Letter
From an academic supervisor/professor; official form or free format; may be emailed directly by the supervisor to ilo.secretariat at the university domain with title 'UTSIP2027 Recommend letter for NAME OF APPLICANT'
English Score
TOEFL (iBT/PBT), IELTS or TOEIC most recent score sheet, unless exempted
English Exemption
Nationals of Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the UK or the US; students at universities in those countries; students at universities where English is the official language (with official medium-of-instruction document)
Passport
Copy of passport photo page, or alternative photo ID with name and date of birth
Passport Note
Successful applicants who did not submit a passport at application must submit the page by early April
Photograph
Digital upper-body photo with plain single-colour background taken within the last three months
Upload Format
PDF or JPEG; data must be clear, legible and correctly oriented
Selection Process
Stage
Details
Assessment Type
Comprehensive assessment of all submitted application materials
Exam / Interview
No written exam or interview stage listed
Review Factors
Cover letters, academic transcript, recommendation, English score where applicable, and fit with chosen laboratories
Result Notification
By email between February 5 and February 8, 2027
Participation Confirmation
Reply within 5 days after the result notification is sent
No Reply
Treated as relinquishment of the scholarship and participation; the next candidate is contacted
How to Apply
Step
Action
1
Choose a professor/laboratory from the host laboratory list (up to 3 laboratories)
2
Open the UTSIP online application system linked from the official How to Apply page (site opens in late November)
3
Fill in the online application form on the Application page
4
Receive the automatic reply titled "/UTSIP/Submission successfully done." and click the URL in it to confirm your email address
5
Receive the second automatic reply titled "/UTSIP/ Your account registration successfully done." containing your User ID, password and a URL
6
Access the URL with that ID and password and upload all required documents in PDF or JPEG format
7
Check that all uploads are complete; the application is not complete until all materials are uploaded
8
If no auto-reply arrives, check the email spelling and spam/junk folder; blocking as spam is common among Gmail users, so try again with a university email address or another provider
9
Submit before the deadline; the online site becomes inaccessible after the due date, and the server may be busy near the deadline, so apply early
Application Form Notes
Item
Details
Portal
UTSIP online application system linked from the official How to Apply page
Site Opening
Late November 2026
Material Format
Upload in PDF or JPEG format
Preparation Advice
Prepare all application materials well in advance
Editing Before Deadline
Applicants can access the site and change materials until the due date
Late Access
The online site becomes inaccessible after the due date
Server Load
The server may become busy near the deadline, so apply early
Important Links (Direct URLs)
Description
URL
Official Website / How to Apply page (guidelines, eligibility, required materials)
UTSIP Kashiwa Summer Internship 2027 at the University of Tokyo, a laboratory-based summer internship at the Kashiwa campus.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
Applications must be submitted online by Wednesday, January 13, 2027 at 17:00 Japan time, which is 13:30 IST the same day.
Q3. Who is eligible to apply?
Undergraduates enrolled at a college or university outside Japan who remain enrolled throughout the internship, have not completed their bachelor's degree before it ends, and can attend all activities.
Q4. How many seats are available?
Approximately 14 places.
Q5. What are the programme dates and duration?
The programme runs June 21 to August 6, 2027.
Q6. What benefits are provided?
A JPY 130,000 UTSIP scholarship, university-arranged designated accommodation and a health insurance programme during the internship.
Q7. Do Indian applicants need TOEFL, IELTS or TOEIC scores?
Applicants must submit a TOEFL, IELTS or TOEIC score sheet unless exempted; refer to the official notification for the exemption criteria.
Q8. How many laboratories can I apply to?
Up to three laboratories, with a separate cover letter for each, each answering the two set questions in 500-800 words total.
Q9. Is there a written exam or interview?
No; selection is by comprehensive assessment of all submitted application materials.
Q10. When will results be announced?
Results are sent by email between February 5 and February 8, 2027, and successful candidates must confirm participation within 5 days.
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