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Summary

• Programme: HENNGE Global Internship Program (GIP)
• Host company: HENNGE K.K.
• Location: Tokyo, Japan
• Field: Software engineering
• Duration: Approximately 4–7 weeks, depending on the batch and pathway
• 2027 batches: January, June, August and October
• Funding: Monthly subsidy, round-trip airfare, pre-arrival support and visa guidance
• Medical insurance: Provided to interns who do not reside in Japan
• Language: English; Japanese is not required
• Application deadline: No fixed universal deadline; applications close when available positions are filled
• Application method: Online registration, coding challenge and interviews

About the Scholarship/Programme

The HENNGE Global Internship Program 2027 is an in-person software engineering training programme offered by HENNGE K.K. at its headquarters in Tokyo, Japan.

The programme is designed for university students and early-career engineers who want to strengthen their software development skills through practical projects, technical mentorship and collaboration with an international engineering team.

HENNGE offers two learning pathways. The Full-Stack Pathway focuses on developing applications across front-end and back-end systems, with additional exposure to DevOps and cloud infrastructure. The Front-End Pathway focuses on TypeScript and frameworks such as React or Vue, including application development, state management and data fetching.

Interns receive guidance from experienced Cloud Product Development engineers and work on training assignments rather than ordinary production work. The programme emphasises technical fundamentals, problem-solving, code quality and the ability to explain engineering decisions.

The internship takes place on-site in Tokyo, Monday to Friday, generally from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Japan Standard Time. Applicants should ensure they can commit to the full schedule.

HENNGE also describes the programme as part of its pre-hiring process. Outstanding participants may be considered for full-time employment opportunities, although employment is not guaranteed. citeturn588352view0turn383795view0

Scholarship Benefits

Although the opportunity is often advertised as fully funded, HENNGE officially describes the internship as unpaid, with financial subsidies and practical support. The company lists the following benefits:

• Monthly subsidy: Financial assistance during the internship.
• Round-trip airfare: Air travel to and from Japan is included in the listed benefits.
• Visa guidance and pre-arrival support: Assistance to help international interns prepare for their arrival.
• Medical insurance: Provided to interns who do not reside in Japan.
• Japanese mobile phone with data: Connectivity support during the programme.
• Technical mentorship: Work with experienced engineers on practical software development assignments.
• Technical sessions: Access to sessions where engineers share knowledge and industry developments.
• Professional and cultural activities: Opportunities to participate in company events, social activities and Japanese cultural experiences.

The official page does not specify the monthly subsidy amount. Applicants should confirm the applicable amount, accommodation arrangements and any conditions attached to travel or other assistance directly with HENNGE.

The programme is therefore best described as an internship with substantial support, rather than a salaried position or an unconditional guarantee that every expense will be covered. citeturn588352view0

Who Can Apply?

HENNGE’s published requirements focus on software engineering ability, relevant education or experience, English proficiency and interest in working in Japan.

Applicants should meet the following requirements:

1. Education or equivalent experience

Candidates should be in at least their third year of undergraduate study, including master’s and doctoral students. Recent graduates are also welcome. Applicants should be pursuing or hold a degree in Computer Science or a related field. Those without a relevant degree are expected to have equivalent experience from a technology internship or bootcamp.

2. Programming skills

Applicants must demonstrate the skills required for their chosen pathway.

• Full-Stack Pathway: Proficiency in Python, Go or TypeScript with React/Vue, alongside knowledge of Unix-like environments.
• Front-End Pathway: Proficiency with React or Vue using TypeScript, preferably with knowledge of form validation, data fetching and state management.

3. Additional technical knowledge

Candidates must meet at least three of the additional technical criteria listed for their chosen pathway. These can include cloud computing, especially AWS; full-stack development; distributed systems; DevOps; container technologies; testing; responsive design; or UI/UX tools, depending on the pathway.

4. English proficiency

Applicants must be fluent in English. Japanese is not required.

5. Career interest

HENNGE is particularly interested in candidates who participate in open-source or technology communities and are interested in pursuing a career in Japan.

Applicants should read the separate qualification lists for both pathways before registering. citeturn588352view0

Step-by-Step Application Process

Step 1: Choose your pathway.

Review the Full-Stack and Front-End pathways on HENNGE’s official website. Select the one that best matches your skills and career goals.

Step 2: Register online.

Click the official application button and register through HENNGE’s application platform. Verify your email address to proceed.

Step 3: Complete the coding challenge.

Solve the coding challenge and submit your solution. HENNGE states that the challenge has no time limit and that solving speed is not considered during screening.

Step 4: Submit your CV and cover letter.

Upload your CV and cover letter as instructed. Explain your technical experience, projects, motivation and suitability for the selected pathway. Applications should be complete, specific and written in your own words.

Step 5: Complete the interviews.

Applicants who pass the coding challenge and document screening proceed to an HR interview followed by an online interview.

Step 6: Indicate your preferred batch.

Complete the application by uploading the required documents and submitting your batch preferences. Applicants can indicate multiple batches within the same pathway, subject to the current application instructions.

Step 7: Wait for the outcome.

Applications are reviewed as they are received. Places are limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis, so batches may close early. citeturn588352view0turn383795view0

Important Deadline

HENNGE does not publish one universal deadline for all 2027 batches. Applications are accepted while positions remain available and may close once all slots are filled.

The official schedule lists these 2027 Full-Stack Pathway batches:

• January batch: 18 January – 19 February 2027
• June batch: 1 June – 16 July 2027
• August batch: 2 August – 3 September 2027
• October batch: 1 October – 29 October 2027

The duration varies by batch and pathway. Confirm the available dates on the official website before applying. HENNGE warns that internship slots may close up to four months before a batch starts or earlier if all places are filled. citeturn383795view0

Official Application Link

Official HENNGE Global Internship Program:
https://recruit.hennge.com/en/gip/

Online application:
Register and take the coding challenge

Read the pathway-specific requirements and check available batches before submitting your application.

Final Note from AK Travels LTD

The HENNGE Global Internship Program 2027 offers eligible software engineering students and recent graduates an opportunity to develop practical skills in Tokyo with mentorship and international exposure.

Although the programme provides airfare, a monthly subsidy and visa guidance, it is officially described as unpaid, and the subsidy amount is not published on the main page. Confirm the financial arrangements before making travel plans.

Apply early because places are limited and applications close as batches fill. Visit www.aktravelsltd.com for more international opportunities and updates.