Overseas IT Training and Internships

At the College of Information Science and Engineering (CISE), we offer overseas IT training programs and overseas internship programs for students possessing a certain level of practical English ability. The advantage of these programs provided independently by CISE is that you can acquire not only English proficiency but also IT expertise and ability. By utilizing networks through our university’s agreements with overseas institutions, CISE offers students opportunities to develop the skills required for global human resources in the IT field, such as a high level of practical English language ability and intercultural adaptation.

From the Overseas Internship Program (India)

3 features of IT International Program

Credits and Grade

Two to four credits will be granted as part of Major Subjects.
After completion, grade will be reflected on the academic transcript.
Scholarship

Grant-type of scholarships are provided by our department and university.
Directly Connected to Learning at University

Unique international programs are available only for CISE and GSISE students.

Differences between Overseas IT Training Program and Overseas Internship

Overseas IT Training Program

Participants will be studying for expert knowledge about IT and English language, while staying at a partner university of Ritsumeikan University. After classes, you may participate in various activities provided by each university and engage in self-study at the university’s facilities. There are several types of accommodations, including homestay, dormitories, and hotels.

Key Points

Many participants feel more motivated to study English after returning to Japan.
You can feel at ease because there are many participants.
In some cases, you will study together with students from other universities at the local site.

Recommended for these people

Those who want to improve their English skills
Those who want to study at a university abroad
Those with little overseas experience who want to have a cross-cultural experience
First- to fourth-year students

Overseas Internship

Participants can gain experience working at a foreign company or a branch office of a Japanese company for about one month. There may be a case to take language course during the internship program. The purpose of this internship program is to acquire an international mindset by working together with local people while utilizing their IT expertise.

Key Points

This experience will attract strong interest from employers during job hunting.
You will gain real, hands-on work experience at an IT company—not just a short-term observation.
The training in China is conducted at a Japanese-affiliated company, so you can participate using Japanese.

Recommended for these people

Those who want to work at a foreign company with international colleagues.
Those who want to challenge their own skills in IT and/or English.
Those who want to strongly showcase their experience during job hunting.
Third-year students or above, including graduate students.

Reliable Support System and Scholarships

Support System

Training is conducted at overseas universities and companies partnered with the College/Graduate School of Information Science and Engineering.
Contracted with “IR&C Anshin Support,” providing 24-hour Japanese-language assistance.*¹
All participants are enrolled in overseas travel insurance.*²
Before departure, you can consult with a doctor at Ritsumeikan Medical Center’s “Travel Clinic”*³

*¹ Japanese IR&C Co., Ltd. provides overseas emergency major accident support services that assist with safety management abroad.
*² Comprehensive overseas travel insurance contracted for Ritsumeikan University study abroad programs.
*³ In addition to health consultations, vaccinations for infectious diseases are also available, separately charged.

Scholarships

Students participating in curricular programs such as the Overseas IT Training Program or the Overseas Internship Program may be eligible to receive scholarships such as the “Ritsumeikan University Overseas Study Challenge Scholarship” (Grant-type scholarship). For more details, please refer to the brochure.

* Please note that a certain level of Japanese language proficiency is required for the procedures associated with participation in Overseas IT Training Program and Overseas Internship.