Location
  • Japan
    • Tokyo

Program Details

Timeframe
Year Round
Housing
Apartment

Pricing

Starting Price
3500
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
Jul 16, 2024
Aug 11, 2024
27 travelers are looking at this program

About Program

Learn better. Travel further. Dream bigger.

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 during your internship and beyond. Our Tokyo Program is available in 18 industries, with start dates every month, and durations from 1-6 months.

Ever imagined strolling through the quaint cherry blossom filled streets on your way to work? Heading to the magnificent Mount Fuji during the weekend? Apply now and start getting excited!

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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 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

4.70 Rating
based on 27 reviews
  • 5 rating 70.37%
  • 4 rating 29.63%
  • 3 rating 0%
  • 2 rating 0%
  • 1 rating 0%
  • Growth 4.35
  • Support 4.75
  • Fun 4.85
  • Housing 4.25
  • Safety 5
Showing 1 - 8 of 27 reviews
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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
4 people found this review helpful.
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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
5 people found this review helpful.
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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
8 people found this review helpful.
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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
7 people found this review helpful.
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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)
7 people found this review helpful.
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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)
8 people found this review helpful.
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Cole
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Tokyo internship

This is great for someone who wants business experience in Tokyo but doesn’t know how or where to start. They pair you with a good company. I learned a lot about working in Japan. There are a lot of great events. My favorite was the mount Fuji day trip. Communication was also excellent! Made many friends and memories. My internship was the right amount of working to learning ratio. I knew almost zero Japanese before coming and I felt very although it would have been helpful at times you only need to know the basics. I would recommend visiting Japan before taking this opportunity however as there is a learning curve.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Take advantage of all the events you won’t regret it.
Pros
  • Great communication
  • The people are very kind and helpful
Cons
  • Needs to apply months before internship takes place
  • Helps to know Japanese
9 people found this review helpful.
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Kyle
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Once in a Lifetime Experience!

One day I was just scrolling around Instagram and then suddenly I came across an ad from Beyond Academy. It sparked my interest because I wanted to get an internship to boost up my resume & also explore Japan as well. So I went through the process & eventually I landed an internship in Tokyo. When I first landed in Haneda Airport for the first time, it felt so surreal to me because going to Japan has been my dream for a while & now it finally came true. My internship experience was really amazing, the office I worked at was great & I made friends with my fellow co-workers. My boss was also super goated as well, he would usually provide snacks for us & even treated dinner for us one day. I also made some good friends with the other interns through the many events in this program & made a ton of memories in Tokyo that I'll cherish forever. If you're reading this review right now, I definitely recommend signing up for this program if you're interested in doing an internship in Japan. Sure, the trip will cost a lot of money depending on how long you stay but both the internship & exploring what Japan has to offer will definitely be worth the money & the experience at the same time.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
I definitely recommend future interns to buy a sim or esim card if possible before landing in Japan. Sure, I was able to get by Tokyo & somehow not get lost once with just free wifi but it's way more convenient if you have a sim card. Also, please try to get a Suica or Pasmo card asap when you arrive at the airport, these are cards that will help you get through gates at train stations and they're basically a necessity to have in Tokyo, because you will definitely use the train everyday whether that would be for work or traveling. I had to buy train tickets for my first week & it got kinda annoying quick. It didn't take until over a week for me to finally get a Suica card (at one of the exits in Shinjuku or Tokyo Station I think?). There are also mobile apps that you can download on your phone and you can scan your phone at the gates to get by, though this only works for iPhone users.
Pros
  • Commuting is pretty convenient around here, doesn't take that long wherever you want to go.
  • There are conveince stores & also vending machines everywhere if you're feeling either hungry or thirsty.
  • There is just so so so much stuff to do in Tokyo & there's always something for everyone with Shibuya & Akihabara being the top cities I visited the most.
Cons
  • For some reason, trash cans are oddly rare in Japan but this is because the country is pretty clean. Still, sometimes I have to store my trash in my backpack or tote bag until I finally find a trash can somewhere or when I get back home.
  • This is just a nitpick, but I don't like how train stations are windy, I lost one of my straw hats because of that. Oh, & trains can definitely be crowded at times, especially during rush hour.
  • The trip just went by super fast, wish I could stay here forever ;((((
10 people found this review helpful.

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