Call for Applications for the Awaji Youth Federation Fellowship Program 2026. The Awaji Youth Federation Fellowship is a nine-month residency and practical training program on Awaji Island. It is a popular student exchange program in Japan, bringing together participants from various countries to meet the needs of the Japanese job market. Fellows will work on projects related to the revitalization of the region. The program is open to both men and women and will be held on Awaji Island, Japan, specifically at Manabe no Sato, the headquarters of the Awaji Youth Federation. The program consists of three different components: lectures, challenges, and projects. Its single objective is to bring together participants from around the world to challenge themselves and hone their skills in a multicultural environment that addresses the needs of the Japanese job market. Further details about the fellowship are available below.
Details about the Awaji Youth Union Fellowship Program for 2026
- Host country : Japan
- Location : Awaji Island
- Duration : 9 months
- Who can apply : Bachelor's and Master's students
- Financial coverage : Paid
- Deadline: December 31, 2025
Financial Coverage
The advantages include the following:
- Monthly salary (Basic salary: 190,000 Japanese Yen + Work allowance: 30,000 Japanese Yen)
- All government fees and taxes are included.
- The price includes accommodation and meals.
- The room will be furnished in either a Japanese or Western style.
- Costs include utilities such as electricity and Wi-Fi.
- Halal, vegetarian, good and healthy foods are available.
AYF Fellowship Subject and Structure
- Developing new businesses
- International projects
- Tourism
- health
- agriculture
- education
- technology
- Social Innovation
- Entrepreneurship
The AYF fellowship consists of 3 interconnected and mutually supportive components:
- Self-development and guidance
- Generating ideas and implementing projects
- Creating events
Eligibility criteria
- The AYF fellowship is open to all citizens.
- He has a bachelor's or master's degree and some previous work experience.
- Commitment to solving community problems and contributing to our projects.
- The core values are hard work, discipline, and concern for others.
- Proof of passing the IELTS test or any other language test is not required.
How to apply for the 2026 Awaji Youth Union Fellowship?
The application process is online, and all participants must apply for the Awaji Youth Union Fellowship online. The official link to the Awaji Youth Union Fellowship is provided below.