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Workato

Intern, Communications

Part timeHybrid · Tokyo, Japan

About Workato

Workato is the leading Control and Execution Platform for Enterprise AI — the neutral platform enterprises trust to put AI to work across their business. Workato unifies data, applications, and processes into a single platform so AI can reliably orchestrate business processes in production at enterprise scale. Built on more than a decade of running mission-critical processes for over half the Fortune 500 — including Nasdaq, Amazon, Cisco, Vodafone, Atlassian, and Lucid Motors — Workato turns over 14,000 enterprise systems AI needs to act on into one governed execution layer. For more information, visit workato.com.

Why join us?

Ultimately, Workato believes in fostering a flexible, trust-oriented culture that empowers everyone to take full ownership of their roles. We are driven by innovation and looking for team players who want to actively build our company.

But, we also believe in balancing productivity with self-care. That’s why we offer all of our employees a vibrant and dynamic work environment along with a multitude of benefits they can enjoy inside and outside of their work lives.

If this sounds right up your alley, please submit an application. We look forward to getting to know you!

Also, feel free to check out why:

  • Business Insider named us an “enterprise startup to bet your career on”
  • Forbes’ Cloud 100 recognized us as one of the top 100 private cloud companies in the world
  • Deloitte Tech Fast 500 ranked us as the 17th fastest growing tech company in the Bay Area, and 96th in North America
  • Quartz ranked us the #1 best company for remote workers

Requirements Qualifications / Experience / Technical Skills

  • Relevant training, degree, or experience in communications, digital marketing, public relations, business, public policy, technology, entrepreneurship, or a related field

  • Strong storytelling, research, writing, and presentation skills, with an interest in thought leadership, entrepreneurship, and Japan’s technology and innovation ecosystem

  • Experience or strong interest in digital content creation; Familiarity with website management, including WordPress updates, social media, website copy, and basic UI/UX principles is a plus.

  • Proficient in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, and Slides) and social-media platforms; familiarity with graphic design tools like Canva, basic web coding and Wordpress, AI productivity tools, Slack, and Zoom is a plus.

  • Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines

  • Able to work from the Tokyo Station office 1–2 days per week

  • Relevant experience through student organisations, marketing, PR, content creation, events, government, entrepreneurship, or business communities is beneficial but not required

  • Language Proficiency Requirement:

    Native-level proficiency in English.

    Native or business-fluent spoken and written Japanese (JLPT N1 preferred).

Minimum Commitment: 6-12 month internship

  • During the academic term: 20+ hours per week (flexibility available during exam periods)
  • During school breaks: up to 24-30 hours per week (within Workato business hours, 9:00 AM-6:00 PM)

Soft Skills / Personal Characteristics

  • Reliable, proactive, and accountable– takes ownership and consistently follows through
  • Strong storyteller and communicator– turns complex ideas into clear, engaging narratives for different audiences
  • Organized and detail-oriented– manages multiple tasks, deadlines, and content assets effectively
  • Creative and digitally minded – interested in using content, design, and digital channels to build awareness and community
  • Curious about business, technology, entrepreneurship, and public policy– motivated to understand how Workato can contribute to Japan’s innovation agenda
  • Adaptable, proactive and eager to learn – open to feedback, new tools, and new ways of working, including AI tools
  • Professional with discretion and integrity– handles leadership communications and sensitive information responsibly

Application Requirements

[Minimum Employment Period] 6–12 month internship

  • During the academic term: 20+ hours per week (consultation possible during exam periods)
  • During school breaks: up to 24–30 hours per week (within Workato business hours, 9:00 AM–6:00 PM)

Qualifications / Experience / Technical Skills

  • Relevant training, degree, or experience in communications, digital marketing, public relations (PR), business, public policy, technology, entrepreneurship, or a related field

  • Strong storytelling, research, writing, and presentation skills, with an interest in thought leadership, entrepreneurship, and Japan’s technology and innovation ecosystem

  • Experience in or strong interest in digital content creation. Familiarity with website operation (WordPress updates, social media, website copy, basic UI/UX principles) is a plus

  • Proficient in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, and Slides) and social media platforms. Familiarity with graphic design tools such as Canva, basic web coding and WordPress, AI productivity tools, Slack, and Zoom is a plus

  • Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines

  • Able to work at the Tokyo Station office 1–2 days per week

  • Relevant experience through student organisations, marketing, PR, content creation, events, government, entrepreneurship, or business communities is welcome but not required

  • Language requirements:

    English: native level

    Japanese: native, or business-level conversational and reading/writing ability (JLPT N1 preferred)

Soft Skills / Personal Profile

  • Reliable, proactive, and accountable: takes ownership and sees things through to the end
  • Strong storytelling and communication: able to turn complex ideas into clear, engaging stories for different audiences
  • Organized and detail-oriented: able to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and content assets effectively
  • Creative and digitally minded: interested in using content, design, and digital channels to build awareness and community
  • Curious about business, technology, entrepreneurship, and public policy: motivated to understand how Workato can contribute to Japan’s innovation agenda
  • Flexible, proactive, and eager to learn: open to feedback, new tools, and new ways of working, including AI tools
  • Professional with discretion and integrity: handles leadership communications and confidential information appropriately

(REQ ID: 2936)

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