Sasakawa USA is dedicated to strengthening U.S.-Japan relations through education, programs, and research. We offer paid internships during the fall, spring, and summer semesters in our Research, Education, and Communications programs.
Job Descriptions
We hire interns to work with our Research, Programs, and Communications teams. Research programs at Sasakawa USA focus on security, economics, business, trade, cybersecurity, and other common challenges between the U.S. and Japan. Our Programs team seeks to improve public understanding of the U.S.-Japan relationship in the United States and strengthen people-to-people ties between the two countries through delegations, roundtable discussions, and public forums. The Communications team keeps our social media accounts and websites up-to-date, edits and designs promotional materials, and manages our media relations efforts.
Intern tasks vary by position and timing. Interns may assist in event planning and logistics; attend conferences and think tank events; draft content for Sasakawa USA’s social media accounts and websites; and conduct research on U.S.-Japan issues.
For a sample job description, please visit: Sasakawa USA Internships.
Current Openings
Sasakawa USA is currently seeking applications for fall 2019 internships supporting either our Communications and Programs staff or Research Fellows and their projects. Applications will be accepted through July 8 and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. View complete details, including instructions for applying, here.
If you have questions, please contact info@spfusa.org.
