Elith Inc. Launches Selective Engineer Training Program 'ELITH LOCK: FDE Challenge'
Elith Inc. announced the launch of 'ELITH LOCK: FDE Challenge', a selective internship program for engineering students who work on product development close to customer challenges. Outstanding participants will be offered an annual starting salary of 10 million yen for new graduates.
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Elith Inc. is pleased to announce the launch of 'ELITH LOCK: FDE Challenge', a selective internship program for engineering students who engage in product development close to customer challenges.
This program is not just a development internship; it is a practical training program that allows participants to experience everything from understanding customer challenges to requirement organization, implementation, operation, and product improvement.
Additionally, for participants who demonstrate high practical contributions, the company has prepared the 'FDE 10M Offer', which offers an annual starting salary of 10 million yen for new graduates.
■ What is ELITH LOCK: FDE Challenge?
ELITH LOCK: FDE Challenge is a selective program for students who work on the development and improvement of the company's own products while understanding customers' business challenges.
In recent years, with the evolution of generative AI and software development, engineers are required not only to have implementation skills but also the ability to understand customer challenges and convert them into value.
At Elith, we define the role of 'FDE (Field Development Engineer)' as the talent needed for this era.
An FDE is an engineer who understands customers' business challenges, handles product introduction, customization, implementation, and operation, and feeds back the knowledge gained in the process to product improvement.
This program aims to cultivate practical engineers who understand both business and technology by having students engage in actual customer projects and product development from their student days.
Participants will also be involved in the development and improvement of the company's own products, including the AI safety platform 'GENFLUX' developed and provided by Elith, as well as customer support.
Through practical work such as feature development, quality evaluation, and implementation support that supports the use of generative AI in companies, participants can experience both the creation of customer value and product growth.
■ What you can experience in the program
Participants can experience the following practical tasks:
- Analysis of customer requests and inquiries
- Structuring issues and prioritizing them
- Separating customer-specific requirements from product improvements
- A series of development including frontend, backend, and AI functions
- Deployment and operational improvements
- Participation in the same projects and review cycles as full-time employees
- Participation in customer meetings and proposal activities (depending on preference and aptitude)
The feature is that participants can gain experience in an environment close to actual development, not just training.
■ Selection Flow
This program is conducted in the following four stages:
1. ELITH LOCK: FDE Challenge
Work on tasks close to actual work, evaluating not only technical skills but also issue organization and proposal skills.
2. Interview
Based on the submitted content, the decision-making process and prioritization thinking are confirmed.
3. Approximately 1-month Practical Trial
Participate in the same projects, tasks, and review cycles as full-time employees.
4. Fellowship Continuation Decision
Comprehensively evaluate the results and growth during the practical trial period.
■ About FDE 10M Offer
Elith has prepared the 'FDE 10M Offer' for participants who demonstrate high practical contributions.
An offer of an annual starting salary of 10 million yen for new graduates will be made to up to three top participants who meet the evaluation criteria.
*However, this is not a system aimed at filling a quota; if there are no candidates meeting the criteria, there will be no recipients.
■ Target Participants
The main target is engineering students, primarily those graduating in 2028.
We welcome:
- Those who want to gain practical experience early
- Those interested in development using generative AI
- Those who want to take on the challenge of product development close to customer challenges
- Those who aim to become engineers strong in business and products
A commitment of more than 20 hours per week is expected after participation.
■ First Recruitment Schedule
From today, we will start accepting pre-registration for the first 'ELITH LOCK: FDE Challenge'.
- Pre-registration start: June 5, 2026 (Friday)
- Task release: June 15, 2026 (Monday)
- Task submission deadline: June 28, 2026 (Sunday) 23:59
- Interview period: July 1, 2026 (Wednesday) - July 2, 2026 (Thursday)
- Passing notification: July 3, 2026 (Friday)
- Practical trial start: July 6, 2026 (Monday)
■ Future Plans
ELITH LOCK: FDE Challenge is planned to be operated as a continuous human resource development program, not a one-time recruitment event.
By creating a system where students can try any number of times and providing an environment where they can grow through challenges, we aim to cultivate next-generation engineers who can face both customer challenges and products.
■ Inquiries about AI Introduction and Development
We are always accepting consultations regarding the introduction, development, and application of AI to business operations. Upon request, we will arrange an online individual consultation (free) with Elith's development and planning staff. Please feel free to contact us even if your specific challenges or ideas are not yet solidified.
■ About Elith Inc.
Elith Inc. is a tech company that discovers challenges together with clients and co-creates optimal solutions using AI. Targeting a wide range of industries including manufacturing, finance, and healthcare, the company provides end-to-end services centered on AI solutions, from consulting to the development of generative AI, LLMs, and image AI, as well as AI education and advisory.
The company also focuses on AI safety, which is becoming increasingly important in the social implementation of generative AI. Through its AI safety platform 'GENFLUX', which checks the response quality and behavior of generative AI in real-time and automatically proposes improvements, Elith supports the construction of a safe and reliable AI infrastructure.
This program is not just a development internship; it is a practical training program that allows participants to experience everything from understanding customer challenges to requirement organization, implementation, operation, and product improvement.
Additionally, for participants who demonstrate high practical contributions, the company has prepared the 'FDE 10M Offer', which offers an annual starting salary of 10 million yen for new graduates.
■ What is ELITH LOCK: FDE Challenge?
ELITH LOCK: FDE Challenge is a selective program for students who work on the development and improvement of the company's own products while understanding customers' business challenges.
In recent years, with the evolution of generative AI and software development, engineers are required not only to have implementation skills but also the ability to understand customer challenges and convert them into value.
At Elith, we define the role of 'FDE (Field Development Engineer)' as the talent needed for this era.
An FDE is an engineer who understands customers' business challenges, handles product introduction, customization, implementation, and operation, and feeds back the knowledge gained in the process to product improvement.
This program aims to cultivate practical engineers who understand both business and technology by having students engage in actual customer projects and product development from their student days.
Participants will also be involved in the development and improvement of the company's own products, including the AI safety platform 'GENFLUX' developed and provided by Elith, as well as customer support.
Through practical work such as feature development, quality evaluation, and implementation support that supports the use of generative AI in companies, participants can experience both the creation of customer value and product growth.
■ What you can experience in the program
Participants can experience the following practical tasks:
- Analysis of customer requests and inquiries
- Structuring issues and prioritizing them
- Separating customer-specific requirements from product improvements
- A series of development including frontend, backend, and AI functions
- Deployment and operational improvements
- Participation in the same projects and review cycles as full-time employees
- Participation in customer meetings and proposal activities (depending on preference and aptitude)
The feature is that participants can gain experience in an environment close to actual development, not just training.
■ Selection Flow
This program is conducted in the following four stages:
1. ELITH LOCK: FDE Challenge
Work on tasks close to actual work, evaluating not only technical skills but also issue organization and proposal skills.
2. Interview
Based on the submitted content, the decision-making process and prioritization thinking are confirmed.
3. Approximately 1-month Practical Trial
Participate in the same projects, tasks, and review cycles as full-time employees.
4. Fellowship Continuation Decision
Comprehensively evaluate the results and growth during the practical trial period.
■ About FDE 10M Offer
Elith has prepared the 'FDE 10M Offer' for participants who demonstrate high practical contributions.
An offer of an annual starting salary of 10 million yen for new graduates will be made to up to three top participants who meet the evaluation criteria.
*However, this is not a system aimed at filling a quota; if there are no candidates meeting the criteria, there will be no recipients.
■ Target Participants
The main target is engineering students, primarily those graduating in 2028.
We welcome:
- Those who want to gain practical experience early
- Those interested in development using generative AI
- Those who want to take on the challenge of product development close to customer challenges
- Those who aim to become engineers strong in business and products
A commitment of more than 20 hours per week is expected after participation.
■ First Recruitment Schedule
From today, we will start accepting pre-registration for the first 'ELITH LOCK: FDE Challenge'.
- Pre-registration start: June 5, 2026 (Friday)
- Task release: June 15, 2026 (Monday)
- Task submission deadline: June 28, 2026 (Sunday) 23:59
- Interview period: July 1, 2026 (Wednesday) - July 2, 2026 (Thursday)
- Passing notification: July 3, 2026 (Friday)
- Practical trial start: July 6, 2026 (Monday)
■ Future Plans
ELITH LOCK: FDE Challenge is planned to be operated as a continuous human resource development program, not a one-time recruitment event.
By creating a system where students can try any number of times and providing an environment where they can grow through challenges, we aim to cultivate next-generation engineers who can face both customer challenges and products.
■ Inquiries about AI Introduction and Development
We are always accepting consultations regarding the introduction, development, and application of AI to business operations. Upon request, we will arrange an online individual consultation (free) with Elith's development and planning staff. Please feel free to contact us even if your specific challenges or ideas are not yet solidified.
■ About Elith Inc.
Elith Inc. is a tech company that discovers challenges together with clients and co-creates optimal solutions using AI. Targeting a wide range of industries including manufacturing, finance, and healthcare, the company provides end-to-end services centered on AI solutions, from consulting to the development of generative AI, LLMs, and image AI, as well as AI education and advisory.
The company also focuses on AI safety, which is becoming increasingly important in the social implementation of generative AI. Through its AI safety platform 'GENFLUX', which checks the response quality and behavior of generative AI in real-time and automatically proposes improvements, Elith supports the construction of a safe and reliable AI infrastructure.
FAQ
What are the eligibility requirements for ELITH LOCK: FDE Challenge?
The main target is engineering students, primarily those graduating in 2028. Those who want early practical experience or are interested in generative AI development are welcome.
How long is the program?
After selection, there is an approximately 1-month practical trial period. After that, a decision on continuing the fellowship is made.
What are the evaluation criteria for the FDE 10M Offer?
Practical contributions, results, and growth during the program are comprehensively evaluated. Offers are made to up to three top participants who meet the criteria.