2014 Application Packet

The 2014 CEPEX Japan Studies Award contest is open to undergraduate students in good standing at American University, George Mason University and George Washington University. While there is no restriction on the field of study or a requirement of enrollment in a Japanese language course, strong interest in Japan or U.S.-Japan relations is preferred.

Desired Candidate Qualities

  • Interest in Japan
  • Open to learning new things
  • Positive attitude
  • Organized
  • Motivated
  • Self-starter and independent
  • Able to work with minimal supervision
  • Research skills a plus
  • Able to work in a professional environment
  • Willing to participate in speaking engagements about the award
  • Flexible

Application Timeline

APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 14th, 2014, 5:00 pm (EST)

Application Review: March 15-30, 2014

INTERVIEW CANDIDATES ANNOUNCED: March 31, 2014

INTERVIEWS CONDUCTED: April 1-11, 2014

RESULTS ANNOUNCED: April 14, 2014

In-Person Pre-Internship Meeting: April 15-May 1, 2014 (Meeting date TBD)

2-Week DC Internship: May 19-30, 2014 (tentative dates)

10-Day Japan Trip: June 5-14, 2014 (tentative dates)

 CEPEX 2014 Japan Studies Award Application Packet

Please click on the blue link above to access the 2014 CEPEX Japan Studies Award Application. If you have any questions, please contact CEPEX Director Nicole Uehara at 202-429-0280.