Company Description The State of East Asia is dedicated to closing the longstanding knowledge gap between East Asia and the West by providing rigorous, independent, and unbiased analysis of the region. The organization focuses on clarifying the geopolitical and geoeconomic forces shaping East Asia, turning complex realities into clear, actionable insight. Its work supports decision-makers who seek not just to observe East Asia, but to understand it deeply and operate within it with greater awareness. By combining historical perspective with contemporary research, The State of East Asia offers a reality-based understanding of the region’s dynamics and their strategic significance.

Commitment and benefits:
This is a pro bono position, carried out entirely remotely.
We offer:
• Bylined publication: publish analysis with clear author attribution.
• Portfolio development: build a body of work demonstrating your expertise on Japan.
• Editorial development: refine your research, argumentation, and writing through feedback.




• Professional visibility: have your published work promoted through our channels.
• Intellectual community: exchange ideas and collaborate with fellow East Asia analysts.
• Flexibility: agree on a contribution schedule compatible with your studies or professional commitments.

Requirements
• Currently enrolled in, or graduated from, a programme in International Relations, Political Science, Asian Studies, Economics, Law, History, Japanese Studies, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated interest in Japan, supported by relevant study, research, writing, or experience.
• Native-level or equivalent English proficiency, with excellent analytical writing skills.
• Basic understanding of Japanese.
• Strong research and source-assessment abilities.
• Reliability, receptiveness to editorial feedback, and commitment to impartial analysis.

📌 Japan Analyst | Fully Remote (Italia)
🏢 The State of East Asia
📍 Italia