OpenFieldJapan Institute of Sports Sciences (JISS) Biomechanics Internship
Sixteen-week practical laboratory placement operating 3D optical motion capture systems (Vicon) and wireless EMG telemetry to measure rotational power in elite gymnasts and sprinters.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Graduate standing in biomechanics or senior undergraduate sports science student with 3.2+ GPA.
- English language proficiency
- Japanese B2.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Resume, academic grade report, and statement of lab proficiency.
- Recommendation letters
- Laboratory director endorsement.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Paid technical assistantship at ¥1,300 per hour with housing support in Tokyo/Yokohama
- Application fee
- ¥0
- Tuition / joining costs
- Credit included in graduate degree
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- May 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Nippon Sport Science University - Yokohama Kenshidai Campus documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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