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Why choose Beyond Academy?

Going Beyond means becoming a better you, with every step you take. That’s the idea and mission that drives everything we do. Our passion? To empower people through the global community and life-changing experiences that we create. Whether you’re an aspiring marketer or financier, a engineer or designer – you can always go Beyond to learn better, travel further, and dream bigger. The journey to a career you love is unique to everyone. Our International Internship Programs are available in 14 global cities and 18 industries, our Programs offer the unique opportunity to combine work and travel into an extraordinary adventure. OUR LOCATIONS: London - Dublin - Berlin - Barcelona - Paris - Stockholm - Amsterdam - Tokyo - Seoul - Bangkok - Sydney - New York - Toronto - San Francisco

Reviews

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Octavio
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Tokyo Internship Review

If you’re scared of traveling alone or just wanting to get some working experience under your belt I’d recommend this program to you. I personally came not expecting much but I left with not only a new perspective in life but new lifelong friends and some good experience to add to the resume. If you’re second guessing it, just go for it, the coordinators here are super supportive, the other interns are super friendly, plus you get to explore a whole new country with a group instead of doing it alone

What was your funniest moment?
Renting out an a house with friends and staying up all night singing karaoke
Pros
  • Coordinators are really supportive
  • Communication is really good
  • Lots of events and chances to experience Japan
Cons
  • Weather in Japan isn’t the best
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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

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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.
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Kaja
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Marketing Internship in Seoul

This summer I got to intern as a Marketing intern in Seoul. It was an unforgettable experience. A highlight of the program is meeting a diverse group of people from around the world. The events organised by Beyond Academy helped form friendships and getting to know the other interns. You also get to experience the culture of Seoul through the events, explore the city and get to try new foods.

If you haven't been to Seoul before, this program definitely helps you settling in a new city and experiencing the Korean culture. You will also get to visit a lot of the touristic spots. However, if you have already been in Korea before some events might not be as exciting but it's a good opportunity to bond with the other interns.

I gained a lot of experience through my internship. I felt like I was valued in the company and given enough responsibility. I was able to assist in marketing campaigns, attend meetings and even organise events.

Looking back, I believe this internship program helped me grow personally and professionally.

What was the most unfamiliar thing you ate?
Sea snails with a spicy sauce. They were surprisingly better than expected :)
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Kaja
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Pleased

I am very pleased with my Beyond Academy experience. My internship has been very successful, it has provided me with valuable experience, and has undoubtedly helped me grow as a person. I am also pleased with how easy it has been to get in touch with Beyond Academy both before and during my internship, either by email or WhatsApp, which has made me feel safer and given me a more smooth experience. Additionally, the events Beyond Academy offer has introduced me to lovely people from around the world and helped me find activities and locations I would never find on my own. The career sessions offered were also very informative and helpful.

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
During my internship, a group of new people joined the company for the first time. To get to know each other on a deeper level and to prepare the new ones for the tasks ahead, we completed and presented various tasks that included reflecting on our self and our past. This was nerve-racking and challenging, but I left proud of myself for being able to complete it.
Pros
  • Meeting lovely colleagues
  • Becoming familiar with London
  • Gaining valuable experience
Cons
  • No cons

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Staff Interviews

These are in-depth Q&A sessions with program leaders.

Izzie Kott

Job Title
Community Coordinator
Izzie is a member of Beyond Academy’s London Community Team. As a Community Coordinator she helps plan and host a range events for interns all over the city, as well as providing general support and advice during interns’ stay in the London.
Izzie Kott

Interview

What is your favorite travel memory?

I’ve been fortunate enough to travel a lot, so I have many beautiful memories - it’s hard to choose just one! A recent memory was seeing Lucha Libre wrestling in Mexico City! It was so amazing and the buzzing atmosphere sucks you into the theatrics of it all right away. Even though I couldn’t understand a word, I lost my voice joining in with the chants and cheers!

How have you changed/grown since working for your current company?

The nature of my role with Beyond Academy means I’m constantly meeting new people from all over the world, from an incredibly diverse range of backgrounds. That interaction constantly introduces me to new perspectives and ideas and challenges, all of which help me grow, professionally and personally.

What is the best story you've heard from a return student?

Not a single best story but I always love hearing about the adventures our interns go on together outside of the program. Sometimes that’s a weekend away in another city, a story about why a big night out before means some interns haven’t made it to an early morning event the next day! It’s really great to be a part of bringing people together and see friendships form.

If you could go on any program that your company offers, which one would you choose and why?

I’ve always wanted to visit New York and so I’d definitely choose our program there! It would be great to have the tips and tricks from the New York community team. It’s always enhancing your traveling experience when you’ve got some local knowledge to guide you. I think that’s especially true of big cities like NYC.

What makes your company unique? When were you especially proud of your team?

Like our interns, our team - company wide - is from such a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures. Everyone has a walked a really different path that led them to be with Beyond Academy. I feel proud that we as a team embrace those differences and have a culture of openness where everyone can contribute and bring their unique perspective and ideas to the work we do.

What do you believe to be the biggest factor in being a successful company?

Developing a well-functioning team is essential to being a successful company. It is important to choose the right people to join the team and learn to maintain a good working relationships and make everyone feel involved and needed. You cannot guarantee agreements all the time, we’re all human, but it’s important to maintain an atmosphere where honesty is respected, open communication is encouraged, and mistakes are learnt from. This makes it easier to repair relationships and strengthen the team overall.