Beyond Academy Reviews

I completed an internship with Beyond Academy this month in Tokyo. I was there for 6 weeks. While my host company maybe wasn’t the best fit for me, I am grateful for the overall experience, and the community team in Tokyo did everything they could to make the experience good for everyone. The only thing I will say is that you will not be guaranteed accommodation with other Beyond Academy interns - so it might be harder to make friends with other members if you’re not in the same accommodation/close together. Overall, I had a good experience, and can’t fault the community team.

They try their best to accommodate, help, and socialize as much as they can. Obviously, they can’t accommodate for everything, but they try their best to find good living conditions. Mine were pretty good, it was just the people that were living with me that I sometimes wouldn’t see eye-to-eye with, which isn’t their fault. The activities were engaging and fun, and the various workshops they held were also very intriguing and fun. The city was a vibe and the employees were very helpful, even with problems they didn’t necessarily have to concern themselves with.

Beyond Academy was the best decision I made post-graduation. Japan has always been a place I wanted to visit (as my grandad used to work there) and now having worked, lived and travelled around Japan, it has become a pinnacle moment of my youth and is helping me navigate my future goals. The support from friends and community coordinators made it that much more enjoyable and easy, everyone was there to welcome and support one another. Take that nervous next step, because I promise you it will be worth it, fortune always favours the brave.

One of the best experiences ever! Beyond were so helpful in finding an internship that fit my goals. They organised my accommodation and transport from the airport which put my mind at ease. All the events that were planned were often things I'd have never thought to do it would even know was there which meant I got to see even more of the city than I expected. And getting to experience that with other interns made living abroad so much easier. The internship itself was great fun and I got to learn a lot. I wish I could go back!

Got to experience living and working in the heart of South Korea! As a solo female traveller, I never felt lonely or scared, as the community at Beyond were so welcoming and attentive during the whole process from in depth discussions about my career goals and aspirations to booking my flights, and navigating Seoul on the ground. Social events were planned every week which were tailored and coordinated according to our preferences and feedback. I’m grateful for the opportunity to have met so many likeminded people around the globe, some which I know will be lifelong friends!!

Had lots of fun meet loads of good people it’s very legit and I have over 1000 photos from my 3 month internship.

100% guarantee if you’re bored of your everyday life try something a little different like this you’ll love it

I would say if your doing tech make sure you research your company so you have no issues I was very lucky that my internship was perfect for me

Overall though this internship was perfect for me as it’s given me some adaptive experience plus great memories so I would definitely recommend this to anyone student looking for something different

The support you get from the very start is amazing, they give you interview advice and coaching which is not only great to get your internship but also in future job searches. I really loved that you are able to choose that beyond academy sort your accommodation for you and they made a great choice. The activities organised for you are really fun and I felt I got a proper experience of Berlin. I developed a lot of personal skills as well as great work experience in advertising, it has really given me a genuine experience.

I really enjoyed the social opportunities that Beyond Academy provided for us interns. Having a solid group of friends to connect with and the chance to meet others going through similar experiences was incredibly helpful.

Before my program started, I was studying at a Korean Language Institute. I found it difficult to make friends there, as most Koreans kept to themselves, and many of the foreigners were there with a tourist mindset—most of them came with friends and didn’t seem interested in making connections within the country. However, once I started my internship, I was able to make friends with some fellow interns right away. They proved to be the most lovely and joyous people, even while facing challenges together. Outside of the program, we also made plans on our own, and my everyday life with my peers became one of my favorite parts of the experience.

Additionally, whenever I had questions, the Beyond Academy staff were always ready to help. They responded quickly, and their answers were always thorough and welcoming. Their approach made it easy to have open, comfortable conversations.

As for the work experience, I was fortunate with my company. I don’t consider my interview skills to be particularly strong, yet they were still willing to take me in. During my first week, they even let me leave an hour early (though I voluntarily stayed the full time) to rest. The team was incredibly kind and considerate. I was also lucky in that everyone spoke English, so communication was never an issue, and I always had people I could turn to. My commute was only 25 minutes with two transfers, which was quite manageable.

Other interns had different experiences, but it’s not my place to share those. Just keep in mind that travel times, social opportunities, and work environments can vary depending on each intern and their company.

This summer I had the opportunity to complete a two-month internship in IT in Tokyo with Beyond Academy, and it turned out to be one of the most rewarding experiences I’ve ever had. From the very beginning, the program felt well-structured and supportive. What I really appreciated was the guidance provided before even starting the placement process. Beyond Academy offered helpful coaching sessions and practical advice before the interviews, which gave me the confidence to perform well and secure a placement that matched my interests. Having that preparation in advance made the whole process feel less intimidating and helped me focus on making the most out of the experience once I arrived in Japan.

This year I had the pleasure of spending two unforgettable months in Seoul. From the day I arrived I felt total support from the amazing community team who made my life easier and planned some great events which I always looked forward to. My internship was full of learning and challenges along the way where I was always pushed to be better and I am grateful to have spent it at the company that I did. The accommodation was also really nice, had an amazing view of the Han River, and gave me the opportunity to meet amazing people who I am grateful to call friends. I always wanted to try living and working abroad and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Living in Seoul felt like something out of a fantasy to me and helped me realise a dream. I will always be thankful to have had this incredible experience.