Program Reviews

My Japan internship was damn solid, way better than I expected. Olivia, Stephanie, and Sydney were top-tier coordinators—sharp, reliable, and always making sure I was good to go. The community was real, full of solid people who made every day worth showing up for. I got everything I came for and then some, with moments that’ll stick with me for years. Whether it was the work or just kicking it with the crew, it was time well spent. No regrets at all. I’d tell anyone to jump on this opportunity—it’s the real deal and worth every second.

My name is Dani, and I stayed 2 months in Tokyo with Beyond Academy. I loved my time there so much; I just left and am already missing it! The coordinators are super sweet and organize weekly events with the cohort (other people with you on the trip). I got super close with the ppl who stayed in the same house as me. I liked my Internship, but I noticed that some of my friends' other companies were a bit of a mismatch. I highly recommend this program for growth, work, new culture, and community.

I did a 6-month internship in Tokyo with Beyond Academy and had a great experience overall. The internship lined up well with what I was aiming for, both personally and professionally.

Tokyo is just an incredible city to live in. There’s always something happening, the food is unreal, and every neighborhood has its own vibe. I visited twice before this program, but living and working here is completely different (in a good way ofc).

The coordinators, Olivia and Stephanie, were amazing. They’re super fun, easy to talk to, and always ready to help with anything - from hospital visits to food recommendations. They made the whole experience super smooth and enjoyable.

The accommodation was clean, safe, and in a great location. Living with other interns was fun and made it easier to settle in. I can say I definitely made some lifelong friends through the program.

I was skeptical at first about the events, but they were actually great - well-planned, varied, and a fun way to explore Tokyo and meet people without it feeling forced.

As a bonus, I actually ended up landing a full-time job in Japan after the internship, which would've never happened if it wasn't for the program lol.

Overall, I’d absolutely recommend the program to anyone serious about gaining international work experience and exploring Tokyo/Japan.

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.

I have really enjoyed my time in Barcelona on the Beyond Academy internship program! Our community coordinator, Isabel, was excellent, she was always on hand to help and led some fantastic community events that helped us discover parts of the city we wouldn't have otherwise & experience typical events like flamenco and tapas! The community aspect is great to meet other interns on the program and is well-organised.

My internship was not completely as expected, something that was not the fault of Beyond, and Beyond worked hard to provide appropriate solutions and support throughout this so my program was still meaningful to my professional growth. They also run a careers workshop and 1-to-1 meeting during your program, which were great to supplement your internship.

Interning abroad is such a fun, worthwhile & exciting opportunity, so I would definitely recommend it to anyone interested!

Thank you to the Beyond Academy team, especially to Isabel & Olivia!! 🚀✨

It’s hard to put the whole 6 months of my time in Japan in a short review but here goes!

I have gained so much from my time here and through the internship I ended up doing! I’m a photographer and landed an internship that basically had me capturing marketing visuals for their companies. My boss was so helpful and taught me so much and I was lucky enough to really gain vital experiences in my field! I was lucky as not every intern had a perfect fit, but I’m super grateful I did!

The social and cultural side of the experience was as great if not better! The interns were an integral part of my time here, and I made great new friends! The coordinators were there for every problem or question that arose and always knew where to point, even if there was no answer available at the exact moment. All in all, I would definitely recommend stepping outside your comfort zone and giving it a try!

Also, regarding the internship, it really does depend on YOU whether you enjoy or get the most out of it! The more you ask and push your company to give you more things, the more you will get. It’s not just enough to sit there and think that once you get to Japan, the rest will come to you.

I just concluded a 6 month program, and I can solidly say it was one of the best decisions I've made. Sure, the cost is not cheap but it's still a better deal than other similar programs, and after meeting other interns from other companies that offer internships in Japan, I can say with confidence I'm very glad I went with Beyond. The support was amazing, and I loved the coordinators, especially Stephanie and Olivia, who were there the entire duration of my program. I will be honest, what you get out of this is what you make of it, so as long as you're dedicated and set on having a once in a lifetime experience, you're going to be glad you chose this!

This program was super fun and well organized. The community coordinators were very kind and welcoming to the interns and were always there to provide us with advice and lend us a listening ear if we ever needed one. The coordinators were very open to suggestions in terms of community events which was great, they made sure everyone would be included and always felt safe (shout out to Olivia and Stephanie <3)

The Beyond team was very efficient at securing an interview for a potential host company and provided me with many resources in order to prepare me for the interview. This was my first ever “big” interview and with their advice, I was able to secure a position at the first company found!

Choosing to do an internship with Beyond Academy turned out to be one of the most impactful experiences of my life. I had no idea what to expect going into it, but the leaders that assisted with the community program in London were so helpful and really played a vital part in my integration into the lifestyle of the UK. I appreciated the thought that went into all of the events planned for us each month as well as the resources that were at our disposal. I think that the expenses of the trip may have been overestimated, however I do appreciate that this was a gateway for me to get to where I want to be. I did score a full time job from the internship and I will be forever grateful for this experience.

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.