Career

We are characterised by diversity, inquisitiveness and openness. The Goethe-Institut is the cultural institute of the Federal Republic of Germany with a global reach. We promote knowledge of the German language abroad and foster international cultural cooperation. We convey a comprehensive and up-to-date picture of Germany and provide information on Germany’s cultural, social and political life.

Current vacancies

The Goethe-Institut Tokyo is seeking a Coordinator for the Cultural Program (M/F/D) of the Goethe-Institut Tokyo starting on November 15, 2026, or later. The application deadline is September 7, 2026, 6:00 p.m. (JPT).

Job Posting Employee for the Cultural Program (M/F/D)(PDF, 173 KB)

Internship

Internship in Tokyo

The Goethe-Institut Tokyo offers sixth-semester-and-above university students the opportunity to complete a three-month internship in one of the following departments: Cultural Programmes, Language, Information, or Library. There are two internship periods per year: March to May and September to November.
The applications for the March-May 2027 period will open in Autumn 2026. Further information will be available here at that time. Please refrain from submitting applications outside of the official application period.
Internship in Kyoto

The Goethe-Institut Villa Kamogawa offers internships for students in higher semesters. Find out more about the requirements, the various areas of work and vacancies on our website.

Grünes Diplom

Qualifizierung für Lehrkräfte an Goethe-Instituten im Ausland

Interessieren Sie sich für eine Lehrtätigkeit im Bereich Deutsch als Fremdsprache (DaF) am Goethe-Institut? Unsere digitale Basisqualifikation richtet sich an Personen, die eine langfristige Lehrtätigkeit am Goehte-Institut anstreben und stärkt die methodisch-didaktische Lehrkompetenz sowie die Auseinandersetzung mit teilnehmerorientierten Unterrichtsgestaltung und -durchführung.

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