On Friday, October 23, 2026, the Swedish Embassy in Japan, in collaboration with the Swedish Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan (SCCJ), welcomed 11 interns through the MIRAI x SCCJ Internship project.
The gathering was hosted at the residence of the Swedish Ambassador, Ms. Viktoria Li. The event brought together corporate coordinators from Atlas Copco, Ericsson, EF, Orwak, Alfa Laval, Japandi Real Estate in Japan, IKEA, and the SCCJ, alongside students from the following leading MIRAI member universities in Sweden:
- University of Gothenburg
- Uppsala University
- Jönköping University
- Umeå University
- Linnaeus University
Together, attendees discussed their experiences of interning in Japan, the ongoing MIRAI x SCCJ collaboration, and the future of Swedish-Japanese business relations.
The SCCJ announced the collaboration with MIRAI at the Swedish Pavilion during the Osaka World EXPO 2025 with the purpose of bridging SCCJ member companies with Swedish Master’s students and promoting cross-cultural business exchange. MIRAI is dedicated to advancing research, innovation, and academic exchange. By connecting researchers, students, and external partners across disciplines and sectors, MIRAI fosters long-term collaboration and contributes to addressing global challenges.
Furthermore, we are pleased to announce that the SCCJ, the Swedish Embassy in Japan, and MIRAI’s 17 Swedish and Japanese partner universities will attend the MIRAI Research & Innovation Week 2026 in Fukuoka, Japan. SCCJ corporate members are warmly invited to attend, offering a unique opportunity to meet researchers, universities, and other key stakeholders.
For more information about MIRAI Research & Innovation Week 2026 in Fukuoka, Japan: https://www.sccj.org/events/289
