Intern

Langley Esquire

To apply, please contact contact@langleyesquire.com

Tokyo-based Langley Esquire is the premier public affairs consultancy dedicated to solving issues in Japan’s unique regulatory environment. We overcome unprecedented challenges at the nexus of government, business, and society. With over 30 years of experience in public affairs, our team of dedicated bilingual professionals are fully equipped to advise international executives and multinational corporations on government relations, public policy, and strategic communications in Japan.

Intern

Key Qualifications

• Interest in Japanese politics and policy, as well as international business

• Excellent research and critical thinking skills

• Self-starter who can make decisions and take action without being told

• Japanese reading and writing skills (preferred)

• English reading and writing skills (preferred)

• Proficiency with social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, etc. a plus

Responsibility

• Research and analyze public policy

• Write, edit, and proof policy and market reports

• Work with us in communicating with key stakeholders, including government officials, Diet members, academics, and media

• Help ensure client satisfaction

• Assist in translation

• Participate in marketing and sales activities, including social media management

• General administrative support

Education

• Currently enrolled or graduated from a bachelor degree program or higher, with a preferred focus on public policy, political science, economics, international relations, or a related field

• Equivalent work experience will also be considered

Working Hours: 9am-18pm, Flex-time and remote working options available

Compensation and Benefits: Transportation and lunch will be covered daily

Holidays: Weekends and National Holidays

Why you should work with us

By working with us, you will get an exclusive peek behind the scenes of the Japanese policy-making process, as well as exposure to Japan's political leaders and executives of leading global firms, international organizations, the media, academia, and civil society. We strive to be at the forefront of change in Japan’s regulatory landscape, solving complex issues at the intersection of government, business, and society. Working with us will expose you to a unique understanding of geopolitics and its impact on business, as well as the latest developments across industries and at the cutting edge of innovation.