Announcement of the FY2023 Human Resource Development Program for the Digital Society

　The Tokyo Metropolitan Government is promoting initiatives aimed at urban implementation of services utilizing cutting-edge technologies in Nishi-Shinjuku, an area of Smart Tokyo prior implementation.
　As in the previous year, we will hold the "Digital Society Human Resource Development Program" in Nishi-Shinjuku. We will also hold a briefing session prior to the program, so if you are interested in the program, please join us.

1 Outline of Preliminary Briefing

　A preliminary information session will be held for students who are considering participating in the program.
　　 　　 　　

1. (1) Date: June 25, 2023 (Sun.), 13:00-14:00 (followed by a 30-minute Q&A session)
   
2. (2) Meeting method: Online
   
3. (3) How to apply: Click here to apply.
   
4. (4) Application period: From Thursday, June 8, 2023 to Saturday, June 24, 2023

2 Overview of Program Content

(1) Digital courses

　This online digital course will consist of 5 sessions of approximately 180 minutes each, with the theme of solving city issues by utilizing the power of digital technology. Through lectures by leading experts and hands-on group work, participants will learn a wide range of topics, from problem identification to solutions utilizing the power of digital technology.

(2) Interns

　We are recruiting interns to participate in the "Nishi-Shinjuku Advanced Service Implementation Industry-Government-Academia Consortium". The interns will experience the workplaces of companies that promote urban implementation of services utilizing cutting-edge technologies.

(3) Idea Contest

　We are calling for participants in the Idea Contest with the theme of "Ideas for solving city issues with the power of digital. The five or so groups or individuals that pass the preliminary screening will be asked to create a prototype of their idea, receiving advice from experts and other professionals. On the day of the contest, the winners will be selected through presentations and demonstrations in front of judges and observers.

(4) Community

　We provide a place where participants can interact with each other in an online community. Participants can meet and deepen friendships with peers who share common interests in digital technology, solving social issues, etc.

3 Requirements for public application

　Students 18 years of age or older who belong to educational institutions such as universities (graduate schools), technical colleges, and vocational schools

• No major is required. Students majoring in digital-related fields are welcome, as well as other students. Necessary knowledge, etc. can be learned through digital courses.
  
• Any location is acceptable. However, for the internship and idea contest, you will be required to participate in the event at the Tokyo venue, if necessary.

4 Participation fees

　There is no fee to participate in this program. However, participants are responsible for their own transportation and other expenses.

5 Application period and application process for digital courses

How to apply

　Please fill out the application form to apply.

Application Period

　From Monday, July 3, 2023 to Monday, July 31, 2023
　Applicants will be notified of their participation by Monday, August 10 to the e-mail address provided in the application form.

Number of applicants

　About 100 people
　In the event that the number of applicants greatly exceeds the number of openings, participants will be selected based on the application questionnaire.