Recerqa Launches AI Agent Development Internship for University Students

Recerqa's AI Agent Development Internship

Recerqa, a company based in Minato, Tokyo, has decided to host an AI Agent Development Internship aimed at university and graduate students. This intensive five-day program will focus on everything from problem discovery to the development of AI agents. The internship is set to take place over two sessions in August and September 2026, with all participants being rewarded with 100,000 yen and the best performer receiving the grand prize of 1,000,000 yen along with a job offer.

Background

As AI technology rapidly advances, its applications in various fields are expanding. However, many current uses remain limited to simply solving given problems with AI. There is a notable shortage of individuals who can fundamentally understand issues, construct hypotheses, and use AI to iteratively develop solutions. Recerqa operates under the mission of transforming all individuals into creative workers. To achieve this mission, the company strives to shift the narrative from being mere users of generative AI to becoming individuals capable of deriving essential value through AI utilization. This internship aims to cultivate skills in hypothesis formulation, flexible thinking, and the effective application of generative AI.

Overview of the AI Agent Development Internship

The internship program is designed to dissect various operational burdens within companies, identify core issues, and create AI agents that utilize generative AI to address these problems effectively. Participants will discover challenges amidst disorganized information, prototype AI agents, and present their findings. Instead of merely organizing provided data, this program encourages deep comprehension of business operations, pinpointing root causes, and designing effective AI agent solutions that can truly operate in real-world scenarios.

Internship Schedule

- Session 1: August 3 (Mon) - August 7 (Fri), 2026
- Session 2: September 7 (Mon) - September 11 (Fri), 2026
- Participants may choose one of the sessions.

Format: Offline participation (scheduled near Tamachi, Tokyo)
Target Audience: University and graduate students graduating in 2027 or 2028 (no restrictions on year or major)
Selection Process: Document screening, preliminary tests, and interviews will be conducted.
Participation Reward: 100,000 yen (for all participants)
Grand Prize: 1,000,000 yen (for one participant)
Application Deadline: July 20 (Mon), 2026, by 23:59
Details & Entry: Recerqa AI Agent Tournament
Note: If the number of successful candidates does not meet a certain threshold, the program may be postponed.

Comments from Recerqa CEO, Shotaro Umeda

According to Shotaro Umeda, CEO of Recerqa, the evolution of AI has significantly lowered the barriers to acquiring knowledge and turning ideas into reality. However, the ability to define issues, pose relevant questions, and effectively leverage AI is more critical than ever. By developing solutions to complex business challenges using AI, Recerqa aims to create functional resolutions that resonate in real-world operations.

He emphasized that the value in the AI era does not simply lie in the ability to use AI technology. The true challenge is confronting chaotic business realities, discovering discrepancies, formulating hypotheses, and accurately identifying the questions that need addressing. By participating in this internship, students can work on actual business challenges through the development of AI agents, enhancing their hypothesis-building, critical thinking, and creativity. This summer, seize the chance to tackle significant operational issues and take the first step towards becoming a valuable resource in the AI age.

Company Overview

- Company Name: Recerqa Inc.
- Established: April 8, 2022
- CEO: Shotaro Umeda
- Location: 4-11-17 Shibaura, Minato, Tokyo, 6th floor Nakano Spring Building
- Business Description: Development and provision of Agentic ERP "RECERQA" designed to optimize ordering processes.
- URL: Recerqa Official Site