Here’s an internship received directly from the company:

Tokyo Broadcasting System is one of Japan’s oldest and largest private television networks, with an average viewing audience of approximately 4-6 million. Tokyo Broadcasting System seeks a part-time production intern to work at our Washington, DC bureau for the Spring 2020 semester.

The intern would take an active role in supporting our daily news production schedule by:

• Attending relevant briefings and events in the area, including congressional hearings, think tank panels, and regularly scheduled government press briefings.
• Conducting research on topics related to our coverage, especially in the run-up to 2020 Elections
• Maintaining a schedule of newsworthy events in the Washington, DC area.
• Transcribing interviews and remarks in preparation for on-air use.

Desired traits and qualifications:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
• Superior research and analytic skills, especially the ability to quickly synthesize and convey pertinent information about a certain topic.
• Attention to detail and punctuality.
• A familiarity with global current events.
• Proficiency in Japanese is a plus, but not required.