Tokyo Internships with Beyond Academy

Tokyo Internships with Beyond Academy

Location
  • Japan
    • Tokyo

Program Details

Timeframe
Year Round
Housing
Apartment

Pricing

Price Details
- A guaranteed professional internship in your preferred industry
- Thriving local community
- Local events and day trips
- Immersive business workshop
- Career coaching and support
- Curated calendar of professional networking events
- Curated online courses and tools
- CV support
- Beyond Academy Certificate of Excellence
- Comprehensive 24/7 local support
- Orientation
- Welcome dinner
- Bi-Weekly community dinner
- A bustling social calendar of exciting events
- Farewell dinner to celebrate program completion
- Visa support
- Airport transport on arrival
- Beyond welcome bag
- SIM card (on request)
- Accommodation (optional)
What's Included
Some Accommodation Airport Transfers SIM cards
What's Not Included
Airfare Meals Travel Insurance
Jun 15, 2026
Apr 08, 2026
62 travelers are looking at this program

About Program

Beyond Academy is GoOverseas’ #1 Best Rated Internship Program in Tokyo. Ranked top with 60+ alumni reviews, our internships combine tailored placements, cultural immersion, and community support, all backed by 500+ five-star alumni reviews worldwide.

Tokyo, a city of ancient culture, cutting-edge ideas, and thriving businesses. Home to over 50 Fortune Global 500 companies, Tokyo offers an exhilarating location for internships. Whether you're an aspiring accountant or engineer, fashion designer or music producer, Tokyo's got you covered.

We’ll design your Tokyo Internship Program so it has the perfect elements for your career success. From selecting the right internship for you from our network of host companies, to workshops and coaching that will give you the skills and insights to flourish. Programs available in 18 industries, start dates every month, and from 6 weeks to 6 months.

COMMUNITY REVIEWS SUMMARY

This program offers strong support from coordinators and a welcoming community, with well-organized cultural events and networking opportunities.

Program Highlights

  • A guaranteed professional internship in your chosen industry. Gain insights into local business practice and CV- boosting skills and experience.
  • A carefully designed career development program, including 1-to-1professional coaching, immersive business workshop, CV support, curated online courses, plus invites to exclusive networking events.
  • A bustling social calendar including day trip to Mount Fuji, Shinjuku night walking tour, visit to Tsukiji market and sushi cooking class, biweekly dinners, and many more exciting events.
  • A thriving local community of fellow interns led by our local Community Team offering 24/7 support.
  • Welcome orientation, airport transport on arrival, local SIM, Beyond goodies bag, farewell dinner, and many more

Program Reviews

4.75 Rating
based on 77 reviews
  • 5 rating 75.32%
  • 4 rating 24.68%
  • 3 rating 0%
  • 2 rating 0%
  • 1 rating 0%
  • Growth 4.55
  • Support 4.8
  • Fun 4.85
  • Housing 4.25
  • Safety 4.95
Showing 49 - 56 of 77 reviews
Ronin
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Beyond

I had a splendid time doing beyond academy. The people you meet and all the fun things you get to do make the whole thing worth it. As for the job it depends on the company and the job you go for. Some people worked all the time, and others barely worked at all. Either way the people, the experiences and all the exploration outside of the job are elite and worth it. If you are thinking about doing it I’d say definitely give it a shot and go out and explore, work, and have fun. Shoutout Beyonf Academy

125 people found this review helpful.
EmmaGrace
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Don’t miss this opportunity !

Beyond Academy internships are not only an incredible opportunity to explore a new country and culture, but also provide the opportunity to grow in your career and strengthen your assets! Moving abroad for 6 months or even 6 weeks can be an intimidating idea, but the staff at Beyond Academy makes it as smooth as possible and ensures support, community and cultural activities. I couldn’t imagine finding the internship on my own, and I’m sure I wouldn’t have been able (or comfortable) to do the activities without a group to go with and facilitate it. Having weekly options of events ensured I made the most out of my time and I’m so thankful to have had such a wonderful staff on site to support me!

What was your funniest moment?
I’m not sure if it was the most funny event, but the first one that came to mind happened on the Beyond Academy Fuji trip!
A group of us split off during a break to explore an outdoor mall, and we noticed a police guard on duty. Apparently a dog had gone potty on the side walk and the police officer was guarding the spot to ensure no one would step in it. The image of the guard attentively crouched and warning every passing person was so funny, all of us were dying laughing.
129 people found this review helpful.
Jonas
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Best 6 Weeks

The time I spent in Japan was amazing, but not perfect.

The internship itself was really fun and helpful. Everything you do during the internship will depend entirely on the company you work for. I was lucky in that I worked for a foreign company but the downside was the commute. I would highly recommend looking for your own accommodation as it's so much cheaper and overall better.

The social side of things is mixed. There are events which might interest you and might not. I was able to make some amazing friends and we ended up doing our own thing. Do what makes you happy, for your internship time. I'll probably always look back at my time in Japan fondly, because I've made friends for life and I had so much fun.

What was your funniest moment?
Going to Kyoto with my friends. It wasn't a planned event or anything, we just went to see a lantern festival and have fun.
Pros
  • Social aspect
  • Real life work experience
  • Location (Tokyo is amazing)
Cons
  • Accommodation
  • Commute to work
  • Lack of check-ups from Beyond Academy
115 people found this review helpful.
John
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Overall experience

Beyond Academy have helped me secure a tech internship in Tokyo. Throughout the application process, they provided a ton of help and support to bolster my chances of attaining an internship in Tokyo. During my stay in Tokyo, they also provides a culturally immersive experience, through day trips and even wearing kimonos. This allowed me to meet and connect with like-minded people who were also in the program, giving me a chance to network. During my internship, I was also provided with a lot of support throughout the experience and whenever I was in need, the community officers would provide sufficient support throughout, ensuring I had a wonderful and welcoming stay in Tokyo. Overall I would highly recommend this program to those who are not well-informed about internships abroad and would like to have a chance to immerse in different cultures and experiences

Pros
  • Being able to experience Japanese culture
  • The staff were very supportive throughout the on-boaridng as well as during the internship program
  • Met a bunch of cool people
Cons
  • Would definitely need to know some Japanese (learnt it the hard way)
  • Summer heat is crazy
  • Will definitely feel like you wanted to stay for a lot longer
118 people found this review helpful.
Grace
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

6 month finance internship in Tokyo

My time in Japan was incredible! The Tokyo team with Beyond Academy were amazing, A friendly face and supporting hand wherever and Whenever I needed them. The program gives you the space to explore the city and the culture, network with other interns, develop your CV with one on one CV guidance and most importantly grow as an individual. It also can see the opportunity to travel during my time in Japan. I visited Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Hakone, Yokohama and visited Seoul, Korea. I couldn’t recommend the program more to anyone who is starting their career and needing a boost in experience and adventure.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Push yourself to explore the city alone, Meet new people, Practice your Japanese, create a bucket list that you always have to refer to when you have some time in between your internship and beyond Academy events.
Pros
  • Planned events by beyond academy
  • Accommodation taken care of
  • Network who are always there to help
Cons
  • No trips out of Tokyo are planned by the academy
119 people found this review helpful.
Melina
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Melina- Tokyo 2024

Visiting Tokyo is one of the best decisions I have ever made; not only was I able to work on professional and career related skills but I was also able to grow as a person and explore myself and my goals. Living abroad gives you a new perspective that you wouldn’t be able to get anywhere else, whether it be navigating language barriers, learning a new culture, or simply navigating the city. If given he opportunity, I would definitely complete another experience abroad like this one- I think I will go back home with a fresh set of eyes and a new person.

If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?
I would probably look into choosing my own accommodation, my share house was decent but it was very far from my work and the main hubs of Tokyo.
Pros
  • Building resume
  • Learning new skills
  • Meeting new peopel
Cons
  • The summer heat haha
  • Culture shock
  • Living far from everything
115 people found this review helpful.
Chance
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

A Culturally Enlightening Experience with Tons of Fun!

The Beyond Academy Tokyo Internship program was an exciting way for me to explore Tokyo, learn about Japanese culture, and gain some professional experience.

The Beyond Academy program coordinators did an amazing job at being responsive, helping us navigate and acclimate to the new environment, and hosting community-building events. I really enjoyed the included Mt. Fuji trip, the tea ceremony in kimonos, and other dinners/events hosted by the coordinators. Overall, it was an awesome experience!

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
I personally do not speak Japanese and know nothing more than very basic manners and phrases like thank you, please, where is __, etc. In my first few weeks, I found myself nervous communicating with locals at restaurants, shops, services, etc., where they spoke very little Japanese. In my experience, however, a lot of the locals were very patient and accommodating with the language barrier. Whether you use a lot of pointing, google translate, or physical gestures, the locals tend to always be patient and polite when communicating in your everyday life and adventures.
Pros
  • Awesome program coordinators who are fun and helpful in helping you navigate ever day life and getting to know your fellow interns!
  • Exposure to a unique culture and environment that is very different from the U.S. or Europe
  • TONS to do, lots of places to eat, and things to see
Cons
  • Language barrier for those who do not speak Japanese can feel isolating
  • Long commutes to work ranging from 30-60 mins (very typical for Tokyo, however)
117 people found this review helpful.
Jennifer
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Amazing experience in Tokyo!

I really enjoyed my 8-week internship in Tokyo. When I was looking for an international internship, Beyond Academy seemed to be the most affordable, but also highly rated. The support team on ground were extremely helpful and offered assistance to anyone who needed it. If you’re looking for a fun experience and internship, Beyond Academy is the agency to chose!
However, on a personal note, if you want to visit Tokyo for an internship, try to go before or after summer — it’s extremely humid and hot!

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Allow yourself time to get lost — Tokyo is huge and offers so many hidden gems! :)
Pros
  • One-on-one support
  • Great locations
Cons
  • Summer heat in Tokyo (go in a different season)
116 people found this review helpful.

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