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Locations: Osaka, Japan
Program Terms: Fall, Spring
Homepage: Click to visit
Program Sponsor: CIEE
Restrictions: UNT applicants only

Dates / Deadlines:

Dates / Deadlines:
Term	Year	App Deadline	Decision Date	Start Date	End Date
Spring	2027	09/15/2026 **	Rolling Admission	01/04/2027	03/27/2027
** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete Pre-Departure / Post-Decision Phase materials prior to the term's application deadline.
Indicates that deadline has passed

Fact Sheet:

Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Academic Level:	Undergraduate	Program Type:	Affiliated, Internship
Click here for a definition of this term Minimum GPA Requirement:	2.5	Click here for a definition of this term Housing Options:	On-campus residence hall
Click here for a definition of this term Program Features:	Semester Internship + Study Abroad	Click here for a definition of this term Classification:	Undergraduates Sophomore and Above
Minimum Age Requirement:	18 years of age by the time of departure	Click here for a definition of this term Fields of Study:	Japanese
Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction:	English, Japanese	Program Contact in SAO:	Mr. Glenn Danielson (Glenn.Danielson@unt.edu)

Program Description:

Semester Intern + Study Abroad

Osaka, Japan

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Program Overview

Your CIEE Semester Intern + Study Abroad program in Osaka pairs hands-on professional experience with academic study in one of Japan's most socially connected and commercially active cities. This program includes three components: A part-time internship with an international organization (approximately 20 hours per week), an internship seminar, and two elective courses taught by CIEE faculty or online through CIEE's global academic partner, ASU. You'll enrich your time in Osaka through co-curricular and extracurricular experiences such as spending a day at Universal Studios Japan alongside local students, exploring the lantern-lit streets and temples of Hozenji Yokocho, or joining hands-on cultural workshops that highlight everyday Japanese customs and food culture. You'll leave with practical skills, global perspective, and memorable experiences rooted in daily life in Osaka.

Unique Experiences

Gain hands-on experience in manufacturing and production support

at an Osaka-based manufacturer, learning about quality control, supply chains, and modern industrial processes

Support business operations and administrative projects

at an international firm or startup, gaining insight into Japanese management practices and global business strategy

Assist with merchandising and retail operations

at a consumer goods or lifestyle brand, learning how products are positioned for local and international markets

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Your Destination

Osaka is Japan's vibrant and cosmopolitan city, celebrated for its welcoming local culture, dynamic nightlife, and seamless blend of traditional and contemporary influences. The city is known for historic landmarks like Osaka Castle and Shitenno-ji, alongside modern art and design spaces, lively shopping arcades, bustling street food scenes, inviting cafés, and riverside green spaces that shape everyday life. Famous for its food culture and entrepreneurial spirit, Osaka offers a rich and energetic setting for cultural exploration. Whether you are majoring in business, science, engineering, technology, communications, psychology, health sciences, liberal arts, language, or fine arts, Osaka is an exciting place to study or intern abroad.

Housing

CIEE Osaka offers diverse housing options to ensure you're comfortable in?your home away from home. Our housing ensures students are always well-connected to the best of the city. Set in welcoming neighborhoods, students will enjoy a peaceful and secure living environment.

View CIEE's program page for additional housing information.

Program Highlights

Internship Placements: CIEE offers the largest inventory of internship placements that align with your career aspirations.
Elective Courses: Choose from online courses delivered by CIEE's global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major.
Workshops: Enhance your resume and interview skills while immersing yourself in Japanese business culture through an internship and workshops that build practical skills, foster cultural competence, and expand your network.
Community Impact Initiative: Get involved with local organizations through service opportunities that address real community needs while building cross-cultural connections and hands-on experience.
Company Visits: Visit a digitally native company, a consulting firm, or a local non-profit foundation to gain an in-depth understanding of the work environment in Osaka.

Activities

CIEE's excursions and cultural activities in Osaka will open doors for you to explore Japan's rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.

Samples of past excursions and activities:

Visit Nara Deer Park and Todai-ji to see the world's largest bronze Buddha and interact with the sacred deer that roam freely around the historic temple grounds
Walk through a life-sized recreation of Edo-period Osaka, exploring how daily life and the city's streetscapes have evolved over centuries
Witness Japan's national sport by attending a live sumo tournament or a morning training session at a local stable, exploring the power, ritual, and tradition of sumo

Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.

Academics

CIEE Osaka: Study in a lively Japanese city celebrated for its welcoming spirit, bold food culture, and rich regional identity. Combine engaging academics with opportunities to explore historic landmarks, dynamic neighborhoods, and nearby cultural destinations throughout the Kansai region.

Arizona State University (ASU): Brought to you by CIEE in partnership with ASU, enhance your international coursework with online classes that align with your degree requirements. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous 7.5-week sessions that fit within the CIEE academic calendar.

View CIEE's program page for additional academic information, eligibility requirements, and courses.

Internships

Osaka is a major economic center in Japan, offering a dynamic and globally connected work environment. Known for its strong business culture, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit, the city provides internship opportunities across industries in an international context. Osaka blends traditional Japanese values with modern industry, giving students insight into local work culture while gaining hands-on experience in English-friendly professional settings.

Industry options include:

Business Management and Administration
Consumer Goods and Retail
Hospitality and Tourism
Manufacturing
Marketing, Sales and Service

1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

GAIN Travel Grants - Up to $1,500 toward travel costs guaranteed to students with a FAFSA SAI of $10,000 or less. Higher should still apply!

Gilman Go Global Grants - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $1,000 guaranteed to Benjamin A Gilman International Scholarship applicants.

Merit-Based Scholarships - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $750/summer awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

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What's Included

Tuition
Housing
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation – an introduction to your academic program, plus practical information about living in your host city
Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Excursions and/or Study Tours
Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext Travel Protection
24/7 emergency on-site support

Why CIEE

200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
$8 million in scholarships offered each year
1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
Study tours and cultural activities included
Internships and volunteering opportunities
Rigorous academics
Cultural immersion
iNext Travel Protection included

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