Sumitomo Electric Global Virtual Internship Program 2021

Sumitomo Electric is offering a unique paid virtual internship program that gives students the opportunity to gain practical experience working remotely with our team in Japan.  We can only accept students who are eligible to work in the U.S., Singapore, or Germany.  Students will be expected to work from their current location.  We offer competitive compensation based on the location of the student. 

To apply, please submit your cover letter, resume and application through the links below by the deadline 11:55 PM EST on February 21, 2021 (Sunday).  Selection will be based on screening of applications and interviews.  We will start interviewing candidates by the end of March.  If you have any questions, please contact [email protected].   

General Qualifications for All Positions:

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills in English (Japanese is not required unless specified in each job description)
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and sensitive information
  • Proficient in computer use, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to work independently while keeping in good communication with team members.
  • Comfortable working closely online with team members across time zones.
  • If you are a doctorate student or working on a project with your advisor, please make sure to get permission to apply for this program from your advisor prior to submitting your application

Additional qualifications are specified on the job description of each position.  The company will loan interns the necessary equipment such as a company laptop to work on the secured corporate environment.  

Here are openings for summer 2021.

R&D Positions:
Corporate Positions: