Barcelona Internships with Beyond Academy

I had such an amazing experience in Barcelona. The internship itself was wonderful, I learnt so much about the industry and working abroad with such a diverse group of people was brilliant. Isabel was an amazing rep, all of the events were so much well planned and took us all around the city. We had the chance to try food and see sights that I wouldn’t have found otherwise, and it was a great way to get to know the other interns on the programme! Barcelona is a lovely city and it felt like home in no time.

The entire internship abroad experience was great! The Beyond Academy coordinators did a great job organizing activities that allowed us to experience the must-see parts of Barcelona, while also providing great recommendations for places to eat, explore, and navigate the city. I also really appreciated the wide variety of internship fields available. Overall, it was a great way to gain international work experience while experiencing life in Barcelona!

The internship experience in Barcelona was absolutely amazing both in the office and out of the office. Our local host Isabel was amazing when getting us acclimated to the city, as well as providing reccomendations and ensuring our safety. On top of that, her community events that she planned for our group were so much fun whether it was a day trip to the beach, going to dinner, or attractions like park guell. The internship on the other hand was a great work experience, and I learned so much about working abroad.

The program itself was amazing. I had a great placement. Work life is very fun and chill, but also enough work where I was learning a great amount. The program has a ton of opportunities to get together and do cool trips, but it also gives you the free freedom to travel. The two coordinators were awesome. Honestly made us feel so comfortable being in Barcelona.

I couldn’t have asked for a better program to join. Everyone was so amazing and our program leaders were the absolute best and the events were extremely fun. I was placed in the best internship I could have asked for.

During my 6 weeks in Barcelona I was given the opportunity to intern at a consulting firm and gain hands on experience working with Catalonias sustainability strategy. I worked hybrid so during my free time I was able to take weekend trips and explore the city. Beyond organized activities for their interns, curating community and providing opportunities to explore parts of Barcelona I otherwise wouldn’t have known existed. I met people everywhere I went and made some friendships that will last a lifetime. I am so grateful to beyond for facilitating a wonderful experience.

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.

This internship was amazing, I definitely got to experience a lot of Barcelona, and that was massively influenced by the experiences provided by Beyond Academy, not only where we visited but also it allowed us a chance to meet the other interns who I spent most of my time with throughout the internship! Our group orientation leader Isabel was also a big part in why the experience Beyond Academy provided was so amazing. The only thing I would improve is the work experience itself, I would be prepared to not have the work itself meet your specific requirements, but there is definitely opportunity to raise these concerns while you’re there with Beyond Academy but also the workplace itself as my company was more than happy to give me more work when I was looking for it :)

If what your looking for is extra work experience on your CV and you have the funds to participate in something like Beyond Academy, I would say why not? You get to meet some really amazing people, grow your network a little and see a new city that you may have never been to before. I really enjoyed the one on one work meeting, and all the activities that Beyond Academy had to offer, you will definitely never be bored. While I don't think they had to best placement, i still learned a lot at my place of work and got to try something I previously didn't think about doing.

My time in Barcelona with Beyond Academy was a really remarkable experience. I got to live in an amazing city, surrounded by the beach and the vibrant Spanish and Catalan culture. To me, the most memorable parts of the program are all the friendships I made and the great nightlife! Our community coordinator Isabel was like a big sister, always ready to help, and organized fun events we all enjoyed a lot - often with drinks and meals included. We all felt very well-guided and it enhanced our experience a lot. The internship itself was very insightful and helped me in my professional growth, gave me knowledge about different industries, and I learned a lot. I also made valuable professional connections and felt like I had a good life-work-balance in Barcelona! Our accommodation was nice, with a view of the Sagrada Família. However, there was a very big hidden fee for the use of AC (which is very necessary in Barcelona), that was not properly communicated and not listed in the accommodation contract we all signed. Overall, the program is also a bit expensive for what you get. And you have to be really specific with the Beyond Academy staff who are responsible for role matching. They were sometimes inattentive to my requests, and you have to be very specific about what you do and do not want - in order to not be pushed into roles you’re not really interested in. I did end up finding a great host company, though.

Had a great time exploring Barcelona while getting work experience. The team here is amazing and will make your time here extremely enjoyable. I did the program for eight weeks and got to see everything Barcelona had to offer and more.

Interning with Beyond Academy was a great experience. My community coordinator was always very responsive and happy to move the schedule to fit our needs. The company that I interned with allowed me to learn a lot and grow professionally. The accommodation allowed me to connect with like-minded people from all around the world, which was a very cool experience. All around I had an amazing time and would recommend this program to anyone looking to expand their horizons and grow.

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!! ?✨

I did a 3 month internship in Barcelona. I enjoyed my time there a lot and never was disappointed by the memories I created while I was there. I was able to see a lot of culture and beautiful places while also gaining professional experience through my internship. 10/10 would highly recommend for anyone who is still figuring out their future and what they want to do!!

I was so nervous to go to Barcelona for the summer because I did not know anybody else doing this program. However Letícia, one of the program leaders, made my stay in Barcelona so much fun and she was so welcoming! I got so lucky to come during the summer and meet the other interns as well. I have gained so many new amazing friends and connections during my time abroad and would not give this experience up for anything. Beyond Academy in Barcelona truly felt like a little family. I will miss this city and the people I met so so much! I highly recommend the program to anyone wanting to have a fun adventure and to get outside of their comfort zone. Barcelona is a beautiful and lively city and Behind Academy allowed us to live it up to the fullest!

Embarking on this journey, I was quite nervous to go abroad for this many weeks yet the people at Beyond Academy guided me through every step necessary. My community coordinator, Leticia, made sure I felt comfortable at all times and planned amazing activities for the group to make friends and learn more about Barcelona's culture in every way. I had a great experience with my host company and learned more about my field of interest as well as the work culture there. I'm incredibly thankful for this entire journey and would definitely do it again!

Words can’t even express how thankful I am for Beyond Academy! From the very beginning of the admissions process, the administration at Beyond ensured that we were placed in the best fitting city and internship possible. My university in the United States only offered study abroad programs, but I had always wanted to work abroad and gain hands on experience in my chosen field. Beyond Academy made that all possible! I loved all the people in my program and our amazing team coordinator Leticia!! You really do leave this program with a whole new group of lifelong friends❤️ I loved my time working in Barcelona so much and I owe it to Beyond Academy!

I decided to do this program without knowing anyone. I ended up meeting a great community of people I now call some of my best friends!!! The internship experience was amazing for me and I ended up getting a virtual job with the company out of it! I loved my coordinator and felt like I established a real friendship with her! Overall, it was an eye opening and enlightening experience where I feel like I learned so much!!

I had an extremely memorable, valuable and fun experience during my internship with Beyond Academy ? I enjoyed the activities, where I was staying and have also made lifelong friends in the coliving community. Being the only intern, was a perfect experience for me and something that worked well and I preferred personally! I managed to meet others through attending language exchange events and taking up salsa classes outside of my internship hours which helped me step out of my comfort zone and meet new people ? My internship was with a start up company where I was learning 3D modelling! My colleagues were very supportive and considerate and I'm very blessed I got to work with them. My community co-ordinator Leticia is a wonderful human being who I have really enjoyed getting to know over these last few months. She is very organised, considerate and empathic and if I could do the experience all over again for the first time I would! Very glad I chose Barcelona! ❤️

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I had the best time in Barcelona with Beyond Academy! I had a great time with the people around me who were also in my program and I expect that the friendships I made abroad will stay with me forever as well as the wonderful memories. It was such an unforgettable experience I would do anything to be back. I also always felt very safe knowing there was someone there who was always just a phone call away and was able to help me with any problems I had. Our accommodation wasn't super inner city which was at times inconvenient but we did all have our own bedroom and bathroom, we additionally had a gym and rooftop pool, but I believe the best part was that I always felt safe having 24-hour security. I also really liked that there were coordinated events for us to explore the city. I know that if It was left to us to do I probably wouldn't have seen or learned as much as I did about the city. I will say the beginning of the process was kind of confusing with the amount of people I was in contact with and the program is pretty expensive. I don't think I would do it again because of this but I'm still really very glad I did it and don't regret it at all.