FAQ – Japan Internship Program

🏫 1. What is the Japan Internship Program?
A work training program for foreign nationals to learn Japanese technology, skills, and work ethics for 3–5 years.

👥 2. Who can join this program?

• Minimum education: Senior High School (SMA/SMK) or equivalent

• Age between 18–30 years old

• Physically and mentally healthy

• No criminal record

• Pass administrative selection, tests, and Japanese language training

🈶 3. Do participants need to know Japanese before departure?
Yes. Basic Japanese skills (equivalent to JLPT N5–N4) are required. Pre-departure training includes Japanese language and culture.

💼 4. What kinds of jobs are available?

• Manufacturing (assembly, metal, welding)

• Agriculture & livestock

• Fisheries

• Construction

• Food processing

• Nursing care (caregiver)

• Housekeeping / hotel cleaning

💰 5. Are interns paid?
Yes. Interns receive monthly wages according to Japan’s regional minimum standards, plus allowances, insurance, and overtime pay.

📜 6. How long is the internship period?

• Stage 1: 1 year (basic training)

• Stage 2–3: 2 years (advanced training)
  Total: up to 5 years, depending on evaluation results.

✈️ 7. Who covers the departure costs?
Depends on the Sending Organization. Usually includes:

• Language & technical training

• Documents (passport, visa, COE)

• Medical check-up

• Flight ticket

🏠 8. Where do interns live in Japan?
Accommodation is provided by the accepting company (受入企業) or supervising organization (監理団体), with standard facilities and affordable rent deducted from salary.

🔁 9. Can participants work again in Japan after internship?
Yes, if they pass the exam and qualify for the Specified Skilled Worker (特定技能 / Tokutei Ginou) status.

📞 10. Who should interns contact in case of problems in Japan?

• Supervising organization (監理団体)

• Sending organization in Indonesia

• Indonesian Embassy / Consulate in Japan

• OTIT (Organization for Technical Intern Training) Hotline