【VM】Information Coordination and Organization - IT Support Internship

The history of Bosch is the history of car evolution. As a top-class automotive equipment supplier, Bosch Corporation supports market expansion/inroads domestically as well as globally. Bosch will continue to pursue forward-looking technologies such as the new generation of technologies for ecology, economy and safety as well as next-generation energy technologies, to keep cars as a part of the society and of the world. With its innovative technologies, Bosch Corporation has expanded into various fields such as consumer goods and building technologies. To become a key partner for every customer, Bosch will continue to drive for greater expectations.

Unit Code: VM/ICO-JP

Relaxing Internship opportunity at Bosch Japan! You will get the chance to work for a global player and be a part of a dynamic team where you can gather practical and on-the-job experience with a mix of day-to-day operations and projects. Your task(s) will include:

Main Tasks

1. Assist with inventory management and distribution of IT equipment (e.g. handing out headsets).
2. Issue tickets for associates' IT hardware requests, ensuring timely and efficient processing.
3. Provide first-level troubleshooting, escalating unresolved issues to the central IT department.
4. Support IT administration tasks for an accurate record-keeping (e.g. cost reimbursement).
5. Draft internal IT communications, including blog posts and newsletters on various IT topics.
6. Prepare training materials for future interns.

Optional tasks:

1. Engage in our other departmental areas, such as software development or artificial intelligence, based on your skills and interests.
2. Exploring other areas is optional and entirely up to you; you can choose to expand your experience and skills, but it is not mandatory.

Required Specialized knowledge:

1. Basic IT background with Windows and familiarity with MS Office tools (Excel, Word, Outlook) is beneficial.
2. Ability to work independently and efficiently with a proactive mindset to find new tasks.
3. We encourage you to take initiative and complete tasks independently. While we are always available for guidance, we believe that the best learning comes from exploring and experimenting on your own.
4. Be a communicative, proactive, tenacious and reliable team player!

Preferred language abilities:

1. Fluency in Japanese and English language is essential.
2. German language can be useful, but is not required.

Preferred skills:

1. Linux know-how.
2. Software development and coding skills.
3. Skilled in independently identifying and implementing IT solutions.

Additionally, you should:

1. Be able to stay for a period of 6-12 months at our company.
2. Be regularly enrolled at a university during the entire internship period.
3. Be flexible, willing and motivated to live and work in a different culture.

We do not require a Computer Science major or programming experience.

This role is ideal for someone striving to come to Japan willing to work by communicating with a variety of people to help me process large amounts of IT tickets. It can also be a chance to use learn and practice business Japanese in an office environment.

Target Internship Period:

• The preferred internship duration is from 2025-08-01 until 2026-01-31.
• The Internship period can be discussed with the hiring manager and the intern during the application interview and may be delayed depending on VISA procedures.

Application Period:

• The current application period is until 2025-06-22. After that we will reach out to all candidates and inform about the next steps.

* We offer a very competitive monthly net allowance of 200,000 Yen on a full-time scheme. We will also provide you with all necessary documents and information for a successful Designated Activities visa application. Please note that the full visa process may take up to three months. Furthermore, applicants who intend to have an internship period for 12 months/already hold residence status in Japan will receive a monthly gross allowance.  

** Japanese Nationals:

Please note that Japanese nationals do not require a visa process. Depending on the needs of the receiving department, students fulfilling this condition may begin their internship within one month of being hired.

*** Exchange students

Please note that foreign nationals on a student visa with permission for part-time job (資格外活動許可) do not require a visa process. Students fulfilling these conditions will be eligible to work on a part-time scheme only. Depending on the needs of the receiving department, exchange students may begin their internship within one month of being hired.

**** Non-Japanese Nationals (visa requirements): 

Please note that applicants who are not Japanese nationals need to be eligible to obtain the Designated Activities Visa for an internship with Bosch Japan. Therefore, only students who fulfill the following conditions are eligible to apply:

1. Enrolled student at a university at least 3 months before the internship and during the entire internship period.
2. Doing the internship will require your university to sign a document confirming that the internship represents a mandatory or strongly recommended part of your university curriculum when applying for your visa.

Please be aware that we will not:

1. Carry out country specific tax treaty procedures. | 特定の国の租税条約の手続きは実施しない。
2. Carry out any refund procedures. | 還付手続きも行わない