Seoul Internships with Beyond Academy

Seoul Internships with Beyond Academy

Location
  • South Korea
    • Seoul

Program Details

Timeframe
Year Round
Housing
Apartment

Pricing

Starting Price
3600
Price Details
- A guaranteed professional internship in your preferred industry
- 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
- Thriving local community
- Comprehensive 24/7 local support
- Orientation
- Welcome dinner
- Bi-Weekly community dinner
- Local events and day trips
- A bustling social calendar of exciting events
- Farewell dinner to celebrate program completion
- Visa support
- Airport transport on arrival
- Beyond welcome bag
- Accommodation (optional)
What's Not Included
Airfare Meals Travel Insurance
Jun 15, 2026
Feb 26, 2026
85 travelers are looking at this program

About Program

Beyond Academy offers one of the best rated internship programs in Seoul. Alumni reviews highlight the strength of our placements and support, and with 500+ five-star reviews worldwide, our internships combine tailored opportunities, cultural immersion, and a supportive global community.

While Seoul is forward thinking, fashion driven and big on tech, it remains greatly traditional. You’ll see modern design & architecture next to ancient temples. Seoul is voted the worlds most innovative economy. Its home to major global companies like Samsung, a concentration of disruptive start-ups and everything in between.

We’ll design your Seoul Internship Program so it has the perfect elements for your career success. From selecting the right internship for you from our network ofpartners, to workshops and coaching that will give you the skills and insights to flourish. Our Seoul Program is available in 18 industries, with monthly start dates, and durations 6 weeks to 6 months.

COMMUNITY REVIEWS SUMMARY

This program offers strong community support and well-organized cultural events that help ease the transition abroad.

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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 Jeonju village, tour of Seoul's hidden alleys, Korean 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 much more

Program Reviews

4.80 Rating
based on 64 reviews
  • 5 rating 81.25%
  • 4 rating 17.19%
  • 3 rating 1.56%
  • 2 rating 0%
  • 1 rating 0%
  • Growth 4.35
  • Support 4.85
  • Fun 4.85
  • Housing 4.5
  • Safety 4.95
Showing 9 - 16 of 64 reviews
Kyle
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Excellent internship in Seoul!

My experience with the internship was great! I made a lot of great connections and had a great balance of time working, exploring, and socializing. This program really allows you to fall into a nice rhythm and the weeks go by quickly!

I met a lot of great people and had some great experiences, without a doubt. On my own time I left Seoul and explored the rest of the country a bit, joined language exchange events, and made some career connections I might have never made otherwise!

South Korea is a great country and Seoul is one of my favorite cities, so it was a pleasure!

What was the most unfamiliar thing you ate?
Dakgalbi, because I’d never had it! But it is now firmly in my Top 5 favorite Korean dishes!
Pros
  • Great support from the local coordinators via WhatsApp chat
  • Schedule with Sunday and Thursday activities works well
  • You get to meet a lot of great people
Cons
  • Coliving may not be right for everyone
  • Not all industries have an exact match in terms of internships available
106 people found this review helpful.
Response from Beyond Academy

Hi Kyle,

Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re so glad to hear that being back in Seoul was such a pleasure and that our coordinators were able to support you along the way. It’s wonderful to know you enjoyed the balance of work, exploration, and social time those weeks really do fly by!

We appreciate your honesty about the internship not being a perfect career match, and we’re happy it still gave you valuable, transferable skills. We’re always working to improve our matching process to connect interns with host companies and roles that align even more closely with their goals.

We’re grateful you were part of the Beyond Academy community and hope the skills and memories stay with you as you move forward!

Marco
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

A Life-Changing Experience – 10/10!

My time in Seoul with Beyond Academy was absolutely incredible. It was truly a 10/10 experience! The staff were incredibly kind, supportive, and always available whenever I needed help. I felt like part of a big family – the community was amazing and made everything even more special.

The internship experience with the host company was also outstanding and truly unforgettable. I gained so much professionally and personally. Without a doubt, this was a life-changing experience that I would recommend to anyone!

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
My biggest advice is to truly enjoy the experience to the fullest. Immerse yourself in everything – the culture, the food, the people, and the professional opportunities. Say yes to new experiences, even if they’re outside your comfort zone. Spend time exploring the city, connect with other interns in the program, and build real friendships. Don’t be afraid to ask questions, take initiative at your internship, and be open to learning from every moment. This kind of opportunity doesn’t come often, so make every day count and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Pros
  • Incredible Support System – The staff is always kind, helpful, and available, making you feel truly supported throughout the entire journey.
  • Amazing Community – You become part of a welcoming and fun international group, which creates a strong sense of belonging and lasting friendships.
  • Unforgettable Internship Experience – The company placement is excellent and offers a valuable, life-changing professional experience.
177 people found this review helpful.
Response from Beyond Academy

Hi Marco,

Wow, thank you for such an incredible review! We’re overjoyed to hear that your time in Seoul was both professionally rewarding and personally transformative. It means so much to know you felt supported by our staff, connected to a vibrant community, and trusted with real responsibilities during your internship.

Helping interns gain clarity, confidence, and global experience is exactly what we aim for, and we’re thrilled that this program gave you a 10/10 journey. You’ll always be part of the Beyond Academy family, and we can’t wait to see how you carry this experience into your future.

Hannah
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

A Memorable Place

In recent years, I have wanted to travel by myself, but still have a support system, and Beyond Academy provided that for me. The staff were always so friendly and responded quickly to any questions I had on my mind. Overall process from start to end was great. Everything was made clear, and the assistance was fantastic. My internship was amazing and turned out to be really enjoyable. I absolutely loved Seoul and exploring the city. Beyond always had some of the greatest events, and it was nice not to have to deal with booking main attractions events in Seoul that I would have had to book on my own.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
First off, be open-minded to a new culture and way of life! I didn't experience culture shock, interestingly...But I am an introvert, so for me, Korea, I blended into it easily. Secondly, the culture is contradictory, especially the people; they are either super nice or rude. Thirdly, slow down and enjoy the time around you, the Seoul life is always so fast-paced, but take time to just walk the Seoul streets or in nature. Lastly, I would say yes, go to all the events that Beyond Acadmey plans, but also know it's okay to say no. If you haven't worked a full-time job before, especially one like an office job, everything can get exhausting fast.
Pros
  • Work experience in advancing my portfolio
  • Make some amazing friendships
  • Growing life opportunity
Cons
  • More on the expensive side
162 people found this review helpful.
Response from Beyond Academy

Hi Hannah, Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that your time in Seoul felt so supported and enjoyable. Our staff will be thrilled to know their friendliness, flexibility, and quick communication made a real difference for you. We’re especially glad the events and community spirit helped make your experience unforgettable.

It was such a pleasure having you with us in Seoul, you’ll always be part of the Beyond Academy family!

Juan
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Internship experience in Seoul

My Internship in Seoul provided by Beyond Academy represents a cornerstone in my personal experience, as well as professional experience. From the very beginning, Beyond Academy made sure the whole process was tailored to my needs in a comfortable way.

The instructions provided were really insightful, leaving no gaps open for doubts when you are a newcomer.

Their community was great too, a really healthy environment that allows you to make good connections and bring the best out of this experience.

The company I interned at has no bad words from me.

Really a 10/10 experience, definitely recommend.

145 people found this review helpful.
Response from Beyond Academy

Hi Juan,

Thank you for such a glowing review! We’re so happy to hear that everything from the arrival process to your internship placement was smooth and stress-free. It’s wonderful to know the community felt fun and supportive and that your host company turned out to be a perfect fit.

A 10/10 experience is exactly what we aim for, and we’re thrilled we could deliver that for you. You’ll always be part of the Beyond Academy family, and we can’t wait to see where your career journey takes you next!

Polly
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Amazing!

The Beyond Academy staff and locals were absolutely amazing! They always responded to messages quickly and planned some amazing events for us all to do. They supplied some amazing support and helped us with whatever issues we were having. My only slight issue was that the company I was placed with didn’t fully meet my expectations, but that was not entirely Beyond Academy’s fault. All in all, I would definitely recommend this programme for anyone looking to get some work experience and travel and the same time or are looking to work abroad in the future.

Pros
  • People
  • Events
Cons
  • Some of the jobs
158 people found this review helpful.
Response from Beyond Academy

Hi Polly, thank you for your lovely review. We passed on your feedback about the community team and they were so touched that you enjoyed the events they planned. We wish you all the best with your future endeavors.

Francisco
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Internship in Seoul

Seoul is a perfect city to live in for a while because it gives you the opportunity to experience something completely different and full of new experiences. When I started my experience in Seoul with Beyond, from the very first moment, the group of coordinators was the best helping me in every possible way to make our experience as good as possible by organizing many interesting and fun activities.

Regarding the internship itself, I have to say that you have to be a bit specific when choosing what you want to work in and make sure that the company is the right one and that you think you will learn. In my case, I had to change companies because I wasn't working exactly what I wanted, but when I moved to the second company, my work experience improved considerably.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Try to get as much insight into Korean culture as possible by visiting neighbourhoods where tourists don't go and getting a deeper insight into authentic Korean society. I feel like I lived as one of them and it has been one of the most enriching experiences of my life.
Pros
  • Meeting great people
  • Cultural Immersion
  • Self Growth
Cons
  • Career Accuracy
  • Lack of work opportunity after the internship
  • Visa problems as a long term intern
157 people found this review helpful.
Response from Beyond Academy

Hi Fran,

Thank you so much for sharing your Seoul experience! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the city, and that our coordinators made you feel supported with plenty of fun and engaging activities along the way. We also really appreciate your feedback about being specific when choosing your internship focus. You make such an important point clear communication upfront helps us match interns with the best-fit companies. While we’re sorry your first placement wasn’t quite right, we’re glad the switch to your second host company gave you the growth and learning you were hoping for.

All the best

Athena
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Interesting Experience

I had a lot of fun during my internship experience! The coordinators were very friendly and helpful throughout my time in Seoul! I think new people should know to be very specific in what they want from this program, including the industry and type of company they want to work at! But the social experience led me to meet a lot of friendly and cool people, and the community was always trying to give us different cultural experiences each Thurs/Sun! All in all, it was a fun experience and I enjoyed the company I interned at but being very adaptable will help you a lot for this program!

What would you improve about this program?
Being a bit more transparent on their company seeking process, letting future interns know the limitations of companies within specific industries and not setting their expectations for a 100% perfect match to what they are seeking.
Pros
  • Meeting fun new people
  • Experiencing cultural experiences
  • Exploring new/unfamiliar areas
Cons
  • Lack of a language learning assistance
  • Unclear communication on certain aspects
  • Visa limitations, and no precautions for unpredictable situations related to
180 people found this review helpful.
Response from Beyond Academy

Hi Athena, thank your for your review about your experience with Beyond Academy. We are glad to hear you enjoyed your program, and take your feedback to heart. We have implemented a stricter placement process to ensure internship placements are inline with our interns expectations. Adaptability is such a important part of working abroad and this approach is very proactive. We wish you all the best in your future endeavors.

Eleni
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Internship in Seoul

I joined the Seoul Internship and was really impressed by how well-organized and supportive the Seoul Community Support team was. They were easy to contact and created fun and interesting events for us to attend during the internship and helped us understand different cultural cues and nuances. They are a separate team from the internship placement team and are living and working in Seoul.

I loved Seoul, it was a great city to experience as someone who 'worked there' rather than as a tourist.

In terms of the internship placement team, I would recommend applicants are extremely clear about the placement experience they want to ensure you are placed on an internship you would actually find enjoyable. Otherwise, you may be placed on something you may not have expected that isn't really what you want to do!

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Be clear about your internship expectations and ask questions about what day-to-day work you will be doing before accepting the internship.

Also, have a list of things you want to see and do in Seoul or South Korea BEFORE you go. Its such a lovely city but has an overwhelming amount of sites/experiences and things to do, so plan your personal list beforehand to ensure you get everything you want to do , done , during your internship! As most of the weekdays you will be occupied with work and only have after work and weekends free to explore.
Pros
  • Living In Central Seoul
  • Cultural Immersion
  • Seoul Community Team and Events! They Were Great!
Cons
  • Job/ Internship Matching Accuracy
  • Lack Of Networking Events With Seoul Companies/Across Companies
179 people found this review helpful.
Response from Beyond Academy

Hi Eleni, thank you for your review about your experience on your Seoul program. We are glad to hear you enjoyed your program, and take your feedback to heart. We have implemented a stricter placement process to ensure internship placements are inline with our interns expectations. The community team misses you and hope you have had a great summer.

Questions & Answers

Hi Jessica! We do offer accommodation as part of our overseas internship programme, which you can select as an add-on option when you apply.

Hi Faraz! Thanks for your question. Beyond Academy here. Although we partner with many companies who offer paid roles, some of our internships can be unpaid. We always try our best to encourage payments, but this is ultimately decided by your internship company and we cannot guarantee on their behalf. In general, we advise that you only apply to the programme if you're potentially comfortable with...