Beyond Academy Reviews 

Beyond academy was so accommodating to me! They answered all my questions and my accommodation and internship were so good. I definitely recommend

My internship in Tokyo was fantastic since the moment I applied! Beyond academy helps you every step of the way with your journey abroad. On top of the work experience, I was able to participate in fun events every week! I definitely recommend joining the program and would do it again! Got to meet great people and experience a completely new culture! Unforgettable experience

My time interning in Berlin was a valuable and rewarding experience. I was able to develop practical skills related to my studies while gaining insight into working in an international setting. I was given meaningful responsibilities, which helped me build confidence and better understand my field in a real-world environment.
Beyond the internship, living in Berlin was an unforgettable experience. The city’s diverse culture, creative atmosphere, and rich history made everyday life exciting. Adapting to a new environment and meeting people from different backgrounds helped me grow personally and become more independent. Overall, this experience was extremely beneficial, and I am grateful for the opportunity to intern abroad.

My internship experience in Tokyo through Beyond Academy was truly unforgettable. From the moment I applied, the Beyond Academy team was supportive, organized, and attentive to every detail. They helped match me with an internship that aligned with my interests and career goals, and the placement ended up being a valuable learning opportunity.

Living and working in Tokyo was something I’ve been wanting to do for a while and it definitely exceeded my expectations. Thanks to Beyond Academy my transition was very smooth. They arranged comfortable accommodations, offered cultural guidance, and hosted events that allowed me to meet my now very close friends and explore the city together. The friends I’ve met here have become very important people in my life and I never felt lost or alone, as there was always someone available to help.

My host company trusted me with real responsibilities, and encouraged me to contribute my ideas, while also not putting too much pressure on me. Through this internship, I gained practical experience and improved my professional skills. It’s an experience that has broadened my perspective and made me more confident as a young professional.

Beyond Academy also organized fun activities and cultural excursions for every week that made the overall program feel well-rounded and thoughtfully designed. Other than the set activities, the events always vary, making every week different and exciting. Some of my favorite memories were the Tea Ceremony in Kimonos, TeamLabs and an all you can eat cafe!
I’m incredibly grateful for this opportunity and would highly recommend Beyond Academy to anyone looking to gain international work experience, grow personally and professionally, and explore one of the most fascinating cities in the world.

My internship in Barcelona was an amazing experience that went far beyond just professional growth. The company I was paired with was genuinely interesting and educational, and Beyond makes sure that you are supported and have a sense of community throughout your stay. However, what truly made the experience stand out were the people. From our community coordinator to my fellow peers, I met some of the most interesting people and was lucky enough to form friendships.
By the end of the internship, I left not only more confident and capable, but with an established community in the city. I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunity and it would recommend it to anyone interested.

Overall a great opportunity to live comfortably abroad. Obviously, they can’t accommodate for everything, but the culture trips and events held are well worth it! They will do their best to find you an internship.

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.

Beyond were really helpful at finding an internship to fit my goals. They organised my accommodation so I didn't have to worry and sorted out transport from the airport. A community advisor is always around to support you and plans great events for you and other interns, so you can experience the city more fully and can make friends with other like minded people. Truly one of the best experiences!

Though I came to Seoul alone with no connections, I’ve left with precious memories, lifelong friends and a n overweight suitcase! The Beyond Academy really showed their genuinity, always putting my best interests at heart. From in depth career discussions and tailoring my resume, to showing how to navigate Seoul on the ground and always checking in on how the work week went.

I really enjoyed the social opportunities with Beyond Academy, as it allowed me to connect with other interns going through similar experiences. Before the program, I struggled to make friends while studying Korean, but here, I quickly made lasting connections. The staff was incredibly helpful, always quick to respond and easy to talk to. As for work, I was lucky with my company—they were kind and supportive, and everyone spoke English. My commute was also simple, just 25 minutes with two transfers. While other interns had different experiences, it's worth noting that travel times and work environments can vary. Overall, Beyond Academy provided an enriching experience that I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a professional and social internship abroad!

The experience that I had in Seoul was incredible as I had the pleasure of meeting amazing people along the way and was able to gain valuable work experience that will help me moving forward. The community team were amazing and made settling in super easy, while the events were also interesting and fun. I will always be grateful for the time that I spent in Seoul and will carry amazing memories with me forever.

During my Summer Internship in Barcelona, I met lots of new people and got to experience a fast-paced work environment at a start up company. I would highly reccomend this experience if you’re looking to gain your confidence in Spanish speaking or improve your CV. The only fault I would have with this programe is you may not experience as much in depth work as you may have expected, however, at my company there was always opportunity to ask for more work and gain more knowledge by being in consistent contact with my bosses and communicating with the Beyond team aswell!

I had an amazing time in London as a marketing intern. While I didn't have to travel too far (from Scotland) it was still my first time in London and I was nervous for what my time there would entail. But the Beyond staff were with me every step of the way and were so helpful and unbelievably kind. My internship taught me a lot of transferable skills that I believe will be essential in getting me my first graduate job and the people I worked with were lovely. My accomodation was super conveniently located and I could be pretty much anywhere in London in under an hour! In addition to all of these things and the tourist-y stuff I did on my own, Beyond organised tons of trips around London from taco Tuesday nights to cocktail bars, food tours, and west end shows! A lot of these events were covered in the programme and it was so useful when I was struggling to come up with ideas of what to do with my weekends or evenings, as a lot of the events I would never have thought of or found out about myself. One thing I loved as well was when they asked me if I had anything I wanted to do in London when I first got there and I said I really wanted to go to the David Attenborough show in the Natural History Museum. Well the very next day I get a text saying they've managed to arrange it as a Beyond trip and that it will be fully covered by them! This is just one example of how people-focused Beyond is, and how much the coordinators - Izzy, Nicole, Abela, and Naomi - genuinely care about making sure you have the time of your life on this programme. They were always just a text away, happy to answer any questions I had and always checked up on me about my internship to make sure I was still enjoying it and didn't have any issues. Overall, I really recommend using Beyond Academy as it really cuts a ton of stress about finding an internship and sorting accommodation etc. While also giving you the full cultural experience of the city you're in and facilitating you meeting the loveliest people! If I was still in uni and had the money, I'd absolutely do it again next year!

I think that the thing that made this program the best was the sheer amount of support it provided. The program worked tirelessly in the beginning stages to secure me with an internship in my desired field (business and marketing) in my desired location (London). Once I they found me a placement the team worked with me every step of rhe way to secure a visa and travel accommodations.

Once I arrived in London the community team went above and beyond to support all of the interns in the area. From life advice to working advice no expense was spared to ensure that we were able to have a safe environment to discuss anything that could be on our minds. The program also provided 1 free group and 1:1 session with a career coach for specific career related concerns.

The only downside to this program is that most of the internships are unpaid and cost of the program itself pretty high. Not to mention rhe fact that all expenses during your program are covered by you outside of rent and utilities (covered in the accommodation fee). However, the experience and support DEFINITELY out weigh the costs.

I joined Beyond Academy for an 8-week internship in New York City, and was very be happy with the experience. They arranged everything for me – from my internship placement to accommodation in Brooklyn. The internship itself was engaging, and I was lucky to work with such supportive and friendly people. Beyond Academy also organized weekly activities, which made it easy to explore the city and connect with others on the program. I met people from all over the world, many of whom I’m still in touch with. Overall, it was a well-organized and rewarding program, and I’d recommend it.

I had meaningful experiences within my job and the programs events. Really providing a great once in a lifetime opportunity.

I loved the experience in Tokyo with Beyond Academy. The company I worked with was very friendly and the experience was definitely worth it! I really liked that there are fun events arranged every week, where you can make new friends from different backgrounds and the staff is always going to be supportive and kind!

Super comfortable and welcoming to Japan and a team of community members who feel like family

I had a great experience with them. I learned so much from both the internship and the culture. The coordinators were very welcoming and helped me settle into the city. I met many kind people and made lasting friendships. I am very grateful for this opportunity and will always remember it.

Beyond Academy eases you into traveling to a country by yourself. You never feel lonely during the program since there is such a strong sense of community. They are almost always there to offer you help, and you can meet some extraordinary people.