Sage Corps Reviews

This was my second time interning with Sage Corps! My first was in Sydney, Australia, and my most recent was in Amsterdam during the Summer of 2025. The fact that I came back again should show just how much I value this program. Sage Corps truly is the best gift you can give yourself as a student: a chance to grow professionally, explore the world, and form lifelong connections. From the real-world startup experience to the amazing networking opportunities and the friendships that last long after the program ends, Sage Corps offers something you simply can’t get in a classroom. The cultural immersion, living and working abroad, pushed me out of my comfort zone and gave me confidence I’ll carry into every future opportunity. I can’t recommend it enough to anyone who’s ready to take on a transformative challenge.

Sage Corps did an awesome job of supporting my experience throughout the whole process. There were multiple onboarding meetings before the summer started that gave a lot of help in preparing me for my time in Spain. While I was there, the cultural activities that were included in the program were a huge highlight. We had a tour of the Gothic quarter, wine-tasting, paella making, and several traditional Spanish dinners. Additionally, my city managers were so helpful for any questions or recommendations we needed about Barcelona. Sage Corps also provides a lot of support with your internship from the interview process all the way through, making sure you have what you need to succeed!

This past summer, I interned abroad with SageCorps, and the experience was both professionally rewarding and personally transformative. I worked with POiN, contributing to data analytics and other areas to enhance the company, and was given meaningful responsibilities that directly impacted the company. Beyond the professional side, living and working in a new culture taught me adaptability, collaboration across differences, and gave me a global perspective I’ll carry forward. The SageCorps community also made the experience richer, providing support, mentorship, and friendships that will last long after the program. I returned with not only stronger skills and experience but also more confidence and independence. I’d recommend SageCorps to any student looking for meaningful international work experience combined with cultural immersion.

This program gives you tangible experience to showcase, and it will broaden your perspective on how business intersects across cultures. Sage Corps is unique in how it allows you to learn so much in so little time. Working with a startup allows you to contribute meaningful work from day one while also learning from founders, investors, and local ecosystems. Additionally, working abroad teaches far more than just professional skills.

From day one, I was hands-on at my startup placement in Madrid, not just making coffee runs. I researched, designed, launched campaigns, crunched data, and even helped host a startup data challenge. On top of that, I learned to navigate a new culture, built cross-cultural communication skills, and made friends and mentors around the world. It’s fast-paced and intense, but you grow a ton personally and professionally.

Sage Corps was a great experience all around! The program managers and city managers were incredibly helpful and super easy to reach, and created thoughtful events that helped us connect with the city. The housing was also very clean and safe, and right by a metro station, which made it incredibly easy to travel around Paris. In Paris, I was, with the help of Sage Corps, placed at an amazing company and had the opportunity to work in the world’s largest startup hub. This was not only an amazing experience, but it truly prepared me for the next step in my career development. Every intern I knew was gaining true hands-on experience and felt they were making a difference at their company. I still keep constant communication with those in my cohort, and can confidently say that I made some of my best friends while abroad. I would recommend Sage Corps to anyone looking to enhance their career and spend a summer learning about themselves and their industry.

I did the 8-week internship abroad in Berlin, Germany. I was working at The Impact Company, a diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) consulting firm. I was doing marketing research and B2B marketing, as well as driving social media campaigns on instagram and LinkedIn. It was one of the best experiences of my life, from gaining insight on how a business works from the inside to finding my way in a foreign country. Sage Corps provided me with plenty of activities to do in my free time from boat tours to social nights with my cohort.

Living and working abroad this summer in Sydney was one of the most special and surreal experiences of my life. I worked as a marketing intern for a startup, but what I gained was a lot more than just marketing skills. I learned how to navigate cultural differences, work with people from diverse backgrounds, and see how business strategies can shift depending on the market. I also came away with more confidence in myself and in learning how to adapt, contribute, and grow in a totally new setting.

I joined Sage Corps in summer 2025 and interned at Codam College in Amsterdam, working on data analysis and data engineering. What stood out most was the support Sage Corps provided — from resume prep and mock interviews to check-ins during the program. Beyond the work, I explored Dutch culture (a highlight was visiting Zaanse Schans ), made great friends, and built connections in the Dutch tech industry. Overall, it was so much more than an internship abroad — it was career growth, cultural exploration, and friendship all in one.

My time in Berlin was one of the most rewarding experiences I’ve had so far, both personally and professionally. Working at a startup gave me hands-on exposure to the fast-paced, innovative side of business, where I contributed to projects that challenged me to think critically and adapt quickly. Beyond the internship, Berlin itself was a classroom. The city’s unique blend of history and modern culture taught me how the past and present can coexist and shape new ideas. Exploring Berlin’s diverse neighborhoods, meeting people from across the world, and experiencing its vibrant culture gave me a broader perspective on global business and life in general. Every day pushed me out of my comfort zone whether it was adjusting to a new work culture, practicing independence, or embracing cultural differences. Overall, Berlin left me with valuable skills, lasting connections, and memories that will guide me in my future endeavors.

Sage Corps was a transformative eight-week program that takes you not only across the globe, but to the next level of your professional career. Even through you will be solo traveling to a new place, you will never be alone. There is a support from Sage Corps, your city managers, and the friends you’ll inevitable make from either people in your cohort to all the locals you meet! You will learn what it means to work in a community that differs from your own and if you love what you do or are unsure of what you want to do, imagine that feeling of exploring your skillset with other CEOs who care so deeply about their products and start-ups! If you’re hesitant, take this as a sign to DO IT!!