Japan Studies Internship Opportunities

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UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON: JAPANESE POLITICS INTERNSHIP 2009 SUMMER

Open to all UW undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: CLOSED

INTERNSHIP DESCRIPTION
Participate in a rare opportunity to volunteer with a Japanese government representative’s election campaign. Takashi Shinohara (UW JD ’78) is a Democratic Party of Japan Representative from Nagano Prefecture. A general election is expected sometime during Autumn 2009, and Rep. Shinohara will spend the summer campaigning in his prefecture. Work at the campaign headquarters, meet other campaign volunteers, see how a campaign operates, and be part of the process.

DURATION: Minimum two-week full-time internship almost any time during summer quarter.

REQUIREMENTS:
• Completed Application Packet received by or on April 15, 2009
• Fluency or very high level of proficiency in Japanese language required (spoken and written)
• Must have demonstrated interest in Japanese politics
• Must be able to secure own accommodations/housing
• Must have valid passport/travel documents

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Some financial assistance is available, but may not be available for all Shinohara Interns, should multiple awards be made.

PROCEDURES:
Applicants must submit a complete application packet to:
Ms. Ellen Eskenazi
University of Washington Japan Studies Program
Box 353650
Seattle WA 98195

Application packet consists of:

1. Application Information (Complete downloadable form)
2. Transcripts: (non-official is acceptable)

Applicants will be notified of a decision by the beginning of May.

Download Application Form HERE 

Information available related to internships changes frequently. For additional internship resources, please check with the Jackson School Office of Career Services in Thomson Hall 124.