A Gap Year for All in Japan
Program Overview
World Internship Project interns spend 1-3 months working with LEX in Japan while living with a host family and absorbing the rhythms of daily life. They immerse themselves in the Japanese language and many other languages through the LEX/Hippo Family Club – community-based language clubs at the heart of our programs. Key characteristics of a LEX intern are flexibility and an openness toward all l...
World Internship Project interns spend 1-3 months working with LEX in Japan while living with a host family and absorbing the rhythms of daily life. They immerse themselves in the Japanese language and many other languages through the LEX/Hippo Family Club – community-based language clubs at the heart of our programs. Key characteristics of a LEX intern are flexibility and an openness toward all languages and all people.
Enthusiastic participation in language clubs and serving as a cultural and friendship ambassador will be key components of the internship. Other activities will depend on the intern's interests and skills, as well as the needs of the hosting organization. These might include language club promotion, cultural presentations, and administrative work. Interns must be flexib...
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- After College
- Post High School
- During College
- Career Break / Mid-Career
- Experiential Learning
- Internships
- Language Immersion
- Self-Discovery
- American
- Canadian
Updated Oct 26, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Tokyo, Japan
Types & Subjects
- Types
- Experiential Learning
- Internships
- Language Immersion
- Self-Discovery
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- American
- Canadian
- This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Group
Education Levels & Language
- Education
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accommodation Options
- Home-stays
Application Procedures
- In-Person Interview when Feasible
- Essay
- Letters of Reference
- Physical Exam/Health Records
Age Requirement
18+
Duration
- After College
- Post High School
- During College
- Career Break / Mid-Career
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