About Ashinaga Foundation

The Ashinaga Foundation is a globally recognized non-profit organization founded in Japan, dedicated to supporting young people who have lost one or both parents or whose families are affected by disability-related financial hardship.

Through education, leadership development, and emotional support, the organisation empowers scholars to build independent and impactful futures.

Through its international programmes, including the Ashinaga Africa Initiative, Ashinaga provides scholarships and structured leadership development opportunities to students across the world, particularly from sub-Saharan Africa.

Ashinaga Internship Programme (Fall–Winter 2026–27)

Ashinaga Foundation is inviting applications for its Fall–Winter 2026–27 Internship Cycle.

• Job Title: Ashinaga Internship Programme (Fall–Winter 2026–27)
• Available Felds: Student Relations, CDGR & Recruitment Internships
• Job Location: Remote / sub-Saharan Africa
• Closing Date: 10 July 2026 (11:59 PM JST)
• Contract: Internship (Part-time, Flexible)

The programme offers university students, graduate students, and recent graduates the opportunity to gain practical experience in international development, education support, leadership training, and non-profit operations.

Interns will work in multicultural teams, contribute to real-world education projects, and support scholars studying internationally.

Available Internship Areas

Student Relations Team (SRT) – Proposal Intern

The Student Relations Team connects Ashinaga with scholars studying in Japan and supports their academic, social, and leadership development journey.

Key Responsibilities

Interns in this team support scholar engagement, administrative coordination, and leadership programme delivery.

Core Functions

• Support scholar proposal submissions and academic tracking
• Assist in review coordination and document quality checks
• Engage scholars through interactive digital platforms
• Support leadership programme activities including orientation, workshops, and events

• Assist with scholar support services including housing, visas, and academic transitions
• Contribute to mentor identification and matching processes for proposal development
• Support event planning and leadership development workshops

Career Development & Graduate Relations (CDGR) Team

This team focuses on preparing scholars and graduates for careers, internships, and long-term impact across Africa and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

Interns support career mapping, opportunity research, and graduate engagement.

Core Functions

• Research job, internship, fellowship, and graduate opportunities
• Map partner organisations across Africa and globally
• Develop opportunity databases and internal tracking systems
• Collect and develop success stories and impact profiles
• Support career events, networking sessions, and ecosystem mapping
• Assist in designing engagement activities for scholars and alumni

Recruitment Team – Education Access & University Preparation

This team supports the identification and preparation of students from sub-Saharan Africa for higher education opportunities abroad.

Key Responsibilities

Interns contribute to recruitment operations, research, and student support systems.

Core Functions

• Support student outreach and communication campaigns
• Conduct research on universities, scholarships, and admissions systems
• Maintain application tracking systems and databases
• Develop university preparation and guidance materials
• Support workshop planning and student training activities
• Assist in recruitment operations and process coordination

Intern Profile (General Requirements)

Applicants are expected to demonstrate:

• Enrollment in or completion of a university degree
• Strong interest in international development and education access
• Ability to work independently in multicultural environments

• Strong organisational, research, and communication skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office and data management tools
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

• Commitment to confidentiality and professionalism
• Strong teamwork and coordination abilities

Assets (Not Mandatory):

• Experience in education, NGOs, or student support programmes
• Knowledge of African education systems or international admissions
• Workshop facilitation or event planning experience
• French or Japanese language skills

Internship Benefits

• International and multicultural working environment
• Remote and flexible working arrangements
• Practical experience in global non-profit operations
• Exposure to education, leadership, and development programmes
• Opportunity to work with international scholars and professionals
• Career development in the social impact sector

Work Arrangement

The internship is primarily remote. Interns may interact directly with scholars depending on project assignments.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their application through the official portal:

Apply for Ashinaga Internship Programme 2026–27

Closing Date

Applications close on 10 July 2026 at 11:59 PM JST. Late submissions will not be considered.