1. Program Overview
The alliz Internship Program offers aspiring professionals the opportunity to gain meaningful, hands-on experience within a fast-paced, globally minded startup. Interns work alongside our founding team and core members, contributing to impactful projects while developing the skills and mindset needed to thrive in today's dynamic professional landscape.
2. Open Positions
As we continue to grow, we are actively hiring interns across the following divisions. New openings are posted regularly on LinkedIn. You are also welcome to reach out via email to inquire about current availability.
- Product Division: Engineering, Product Management & Data Analysis
- Business Division: Corporate & Education Partnerships, Market Research & Business Intelligence
- Marketing Division: Video Content Creation, Graphic Design & Copywriting
- Community & Operations Division: Community Development & Event Operations
A note on our Web Development program: We hire aspiring developers to gain high-impact, hands-on experience building and scaling modern web applications in a fast-paced, global environment. We recruit across three specialized tracks — front-end, back-end, and DevOps — each focused on critical components of a modern web platform. Full job descriptions, responsibilities, and requirements are listed here.
3. Ideal Candidate Profile
- Language Proficiency: Fluency in English is required; Conversational Japanese language proficiency is a plus; Or fluent in Japanese language and aspired to improve English language skills.
- Academic Status: Currently enrolled at a university in Japan with aspirations to build a career here after graduation.
- Entrepreneurial Mindset: A highly motivated self-starter who demonstrates strong ownership, initiative, and a resourceful approach to problem-solving.
- Adaptability & Learning: Exceptional self-directed learning abilities, intellectual curiosity, and a drive to independently explore and master new skills and technologies.
- Communication & Collaboration: Strong written and verbal communication skills, essential for effective collaboration within a diverse, international remote team.
- Global Mindset & Cultural Fit: Genuine enthusiasm for the fast-paced startup environment and the ability to thrive within a globally minded, multicultural team.
4. Commitment, Schedule and Work Location
This is an unpaid internship with a minimum commitment of 200 hours (approximately 25 working days). Candidates may choose between two scheduling options: a 3-month part-time term or a 5-week full-time intensive. Work Arrangement: The role follows a remote-default model for candidates based outside of Tokyo. Candidates located in Tokyo are expected to work on a hybrid basis. Please note that all terms and conditions outlined above are non-negotiable and require strict adherence once mutually agreed upon.
5. Compensation and Visa Sponsorship
All listed positions are unpaid internships intended to provide hands-on career development and professional working experience. Academic credit arrangements can be supported upon request.
Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for any internship roles.
6. Values and Non-Monetary Benefits
- Accelerated Skill Development: Work directly with our founder and core team to rapidly build cutting-edge technical and business skills.
- Personalized Mentorship & Growth: Receive exclusive, one-on-one mentorship from our founder, community mentors, and core team members.
- Real-World Impact & Portfolio Building: Contribute to live, impactful projects that create meaningful social value and directly benefit our growing community.
- Public Speaking & Personal Branding: Gain public speaking experience by presenting at alliz community events.
- Expansive Professional Network: Collaborate with a passionate, international team of seasoned professionals and peers.
- Exclusive Community Access: Enjoy early and exclusive access to all alliz events, products, and service offerings.
7. How to Apply
- To apply, please submit your resume to career@alliz.jp.
- Subject Line Template: Internship – [Full Name] – [Role Name] – [University Name] – [Expected Graduation: Year–Month]
8. Resume Guidelines
- Submit a one-page resume in English. Highlight skills and experience relevant to the role rather than listing everything.
- A cover letter is not required; however, please include a 2–3 sentence professional summary.
- Include links to your portfolio, GitHub, or past work where applicable. Ensure all linked content is accessible.