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Why Choose a Barcelona Art, Design & Photography Internship?
Get a head start in Art, Design & Photography with an international internship in Spain.
A bold, brash and colorful city, Barcelona is the perfect locale to begin your creative career. Whether it’s the individualistic style of Gaudí or the surrealism of Picasso, you’ll take inspiration from a city of diverse architecture and design. Discover ancient ruins, stately cathedrals and extraordinary seaside views as you explore this enchanting city. Here, you’ll work with top professionals to develop unique industry insight; and whether it’s a major firm or fledgling start-up, we’ll find the perfect company for you.
As well as fantastic work experience, you’ll also have the chance to soak up the culture of Barcelona. From delicious food to ancient heritage, uncover it all as you live and work in Spain!
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0.5km
of coastline along Barcelona
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works of Gaudí in Barcelona – a UNESCO World Heritage site
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cross the Portal de l’Àngel each hour, the most-walked street in Spain
What’s Included
Advance your career in Art, Design & Photography
A guaranteed professional Art, Design & Photography internship in Barcelona
We choose our partner firms with care in order to provide the widest possible selection of internship opportunities. We’ll make sure to factor in your background and aspirations as we design your internship program; our personalized approach ensures that your internship works for you and allows you to fulfil your potential. We’ll also provide 24/7 support throughout your internship; from visa support to professional advice.
Our wide range of firms can offer internships in many different sectors, including but not limited to:
– Graphic Design
– Illustration
– Textile Design
– Photography
– And many more
Immersive workshop
We carefully design our skills workshop to improve your core competencies and employability for the challenges ahead of you. Under the watchful eyes of professional coaches, boost your leadership skills, communication, and more!
Career coaching and support
While in Barcelona, you’ll have the chance to attend a 1-to-1 career coaching session. Working with a qualified career coach, consider your achievements so far before setting out your plans for the future.
And throughout your internship, we’ll also offer personalized interview tips and career advice.
A curated calendar of professional networking events
Use this international opportunity to gather as many industry contacts as you can. To help, we’ll send out an invite to a professional networking event. Head along and meet top leaders in your sector; impress the right person and it might pay off.
Access to online resources and tools
Throughout your internship, you’ll have access to a range of employability resources. Apply your new knowledge to your internship and impress your colleagues!
Check out the Career Development section further below for more details.
CV support
Your CV or resume is the first thing potential employers see of you – so we’ll make sure that yours is ready to impress.
Beyond Academy Certificate of Excellence
Upon completion of your program, we’ll confirm your alumni status with a Beyond Academy Certificate of Excellence.
Community & Events
Comprehensive 24/7 local Barcelona support
Our local community team will be on the ground to offer comprehensive support throughout your internship. From tips on navigating Spanish professional culture; to recommendations for the best restaurants in town!
The chance to be part of the local community
Starting a new job is always nerve-wracking; doubly so when combined with moving to a new city. That’s why you’ll join the Beyond Community, a group of interns just like you. You’ll make fast friends as you adapt to life in Barcelona together.
A detailed orientation around Barcelona
When you land, join us for a comprehensive orientation as you discover everything that awaits you in Barcelona. From your workload to the city itself.
Welcome lunch or dinner
Kick off your time in Barcelona with a delicious welcome meal. Enjoy some tasty Spanish food as you get to know your brand-new community.
Bi-Weekly community lunch or dinner
Our popular community lunches and dinners are a fantastic way of relaxing after a busy week at work. Head out to a nearby restaurant or grab takeaways and picnic in the park!
Local events and day trips in and around Barcelona
A Beyond internship is more than just fantastic work experience. It’s also an opportunity to completely immerse yourself in a foreign culture; and to help, we’ll organize three exciting half-day trips. From paella cooking to an excursion to Girona, discover everything that Spain has to offer!
Check out the Community section below for the details.
A calendar full of exciting social events
As well as your schedule of trips and dinners, we’ll regularly organize an exciting range of social events. Join old friends or new and have some fun!
Farewell dinner to celebrate program completion
As your internship draws to a close, celebrate your achievements at your farewell dinner. Then say goodbye to Barcelona – and your Beyond Community.
Some extras
Visa support
If you need a visa to work in Barcelona, we’ll be here to help. Find out if you need a visa on our Visa Eligibility page.
Airport transport on arrival
When you touch down in Barcelona, we’ll whisk you straight to your accommodation for the next few weeks.
Beyond Academy welcome bag
You’ll receive a Beyond Academy-branded bag full of handpicked goodies to welcome you to Barcelona.
SIM card (on request)
If you requested it, we’ll provide you with a country-specific SIM card on arrival. So that you can keep in touch easily during your stay.
Beyonders Share Their Experience on Our Program
“I wasn’t always sure what I wanted to go into and I thought that an internship would help me become more sure of myself and my field of study. It’s been really cool meeting such a diverse group of people. We’re all very different, but we get along really well and there was no other way for us to ever have met if it wasn’t for Beyond Academy. Living and working in a different country for the summer is something that will stay with you forever and I’ll always remember it!”
Natalia from the US
Charities & NGOs Intern, Barcelona Immersive Program
Developing Your Career in Art, Design & Photography
With your preferences and aspirations in mind, we’ll build the perfect Art, Design & Photography internship for you.
- A Professional Art, Design & Photography Internship
- Immersive workshop
- Career Coaching & Support
- Online Tools & Resources
- Practical Art, Design & Photography Experience
A Professional Art, Design & Photography Internship
With start dates every month, and lasting anywhere between one and six months in length, you can choose the internship program that suits you.
A stylish world capital, Barcelona is a city where you can soak up art and design everywhere. Colorful, bold and carefully planned, the city is a living tribute to artistic brilliance. Marvel at elegant cathedrals and quirky architectural feats; then head to the Picasso museum to take in an array of masterpieces. Housed within five adjoining medieval palaces, the museum itself is a testament to design.
And the city has countless beautiful and iconic spots in which to snap that perfect photo; from beaches to hidden urban gems. In Barcelona, you’ll work with top industry leaders as you gain new knowledge and skills.
You’ll find English spoken widely in Barcelona. A vibrant and dynamic city, you’ll meet new people from all over the world as you experience new cultures and stories. Learn some new perspectives and share your own as you live and work in Spain!
Immersive workshop
Our immersive skills workshop is carefully designed to prepare you for the challenges of your internship – and your future career.
Working closely with professional coaches and speakers, you’ll train your core competencies and skills. From leadership and teamwork to confidence in a professional setting. Boosting these transferable skills will help you thrive in any workplace; and you’ll leave this session ready to face everything your internship could throw at you.
Career Coaching & Support
Take some time out of your busy internship to reflect on your career. In this 1-to-1 session, you’ll work with a professional coach to consider your strengths and weaknesses; before looking to the future as you set out a roadmap to success.
Interns differ on when best in their internship to pencil in this meeting. Some opt for an early session in order to prepare themselves for their coming program. This is the chance to talk through your expectations and set out any goals. Others choose a meeting half-way through their internship for a balanced session; focus first on what you’ve learned so far, then set out any improvements to make in your final weeks.
Lastly, you might want to use your career session to cap off your internship. Consider what you’ve achieved in your time in Barcelona; then look forward to the future as you plan out your next steps.
At any time in your program, you’ll also have access to tailored career advice and interview support. We’ll help you get your CV or resume into gear; or assist you as you polish your professional portfolio.
Online Tools & Resources
Improve your employability and skill-set with our online tools and resources.
Examples of the support we provide include:
● A personal development plan toolkit
● Online interview skills seminars
● Sessions on communication or building your brand
● And many more useful resources you can access at any time
Practical Art, Design & Photography Experience
For the creative mind, there’s nothing more rewarding than the Art, Design & Photography sector. But you’ll have to work hard and collaborate with others to achieve success. Here’s a few examples of the kind of tasks that might await you in Barcelona:
– Assist in the set-up of location shoots
– Research current photography trends and styles
– Touch and re-touch images to maintain consistency
– Create branded content based on clients’ briefs
– Develop illustrations, logos and other designs using bespoke software
Community & Events
Alongside your Beyond Community, Barcelona will soon feel like your new home.
- Your Barcelona Community
- Welcome Orientation
- Networking Opportunities
- Girona Trip
- Paella Cooking
- Architecture & Tapas
Your Barcelona Community
When you step foot in Barcelona for the first time, you’ll discover a sunny city that moves to its own beat. Here, you’ll take pleasure in the simplest of activities, from a walk along the beach to a bike ride down a nearby mountain; or getting a unique perspective on the city as you kayak in the sea. With the sunshine beating down and delicious food and drink flowing, there’s nowhere better to spend a lazy Sunday afternoon. From Spanish classics like paella and tapas to sangria and local wine, you’ll enjoy a constant party atmosphere. And when the heat dies down, the city comes alive; head out at night to enjoy music and dancing.
By your side as you explore Barcelona will be your Beyond Community. They’re the best support network – and friends – that you could ever ask for.
Welcome Orientation
Before you begin your internship, you’ll embark on a comprehensive welcome orientation. We’ll get you up to speed with everything that awaits you, from your workload to Barcelona itself. You’ll also receive regular invites to community dinners. Head along and meet up with your friends as you kick back after a busy week.
Networking Opportunities
Use your time in Barcelona to build up your own network of Art, Design & Photography contacts. You’ll get an invite to a top networking event, so be sure to attend. Introduce yourself to industry leaders and make a good first impression; get it right and you’ll be first in mind for their next job opening.
Girona Trip
A popular tourist destination, journey out of Barcelona to discover the ancient walled city of Girona. Uncover a city full of heritage and culture as you experience winding city streets and medieval architecture. You’ll also find one of the best-preserved Jewish Quarters in Europe here. Try some local food and drink at the city’s many stalls and markets before you leave!
Paella Cooking
Discover the secrets to making world-class paella with the aid of a master chef. Head to a nearby market and pick out some of the finest ingredients, including prawns and chorizo sausage. Then learn from the best as you experience a masterclass in paella making. Share what you’ve learned with your friends and family back home!
Architecture & Tapas
Take a deep dive into the heart of Barcelona as you discover precisely what makes the city tick. Take in the seven architectural feats of Gaudí – a UNESCO World Heritage site – including the unfinished La Sagrada Família. Then soak up the atmosphere as you hop from tapas bar to tapas bar, relaxing to some easy jazz as you eat.
Your Barcelona program
at a glance
We’ve put together this glimpse at a typical Design internship in Barcelona, based on a 6-week program.
Weeks 1 & 2
After months of anticipation and excitement, you’ve finally touched down in Barcelona. An entire city of culture awaits; but first, meet us at the airport and allow us to take you to your new home for the coming weeks.
Spend the rest of your first day unwinding. Some prefer to kick back in their room or a nearby café; others get out there and start exploring the city. The choice is yours. On your second day, join us for your orientation around the city. This is the chance to get up to speed with everything that awaits you in Barcelona. That evening, you’ll head out to meet your new friends. Sample some delicious Spanish food as you get to know your Beyond Community.
On your first day of work, turn up promptly and meet your team. You’ll be a spending a lot of time here over the course of your internship, so make a good first impression. Your colleagues and manager want to help you succeed, so don’t be afraid to ask questions; this is a learning experience, after all.
As you start to grapple with your workload, you might want to take an early skills workshop. This is a good way of boosting your core competencies for the weeks ahead of you. And you’ll leave feeling reinvigorated and ready for anything!
Soon, it’s time for your first trip. Take an excursion out to the ancient city of Girona to discover some authentic Spanish culture. Food, history, and impressive city walls await.
Weeks 3 & 4
By week three, you’re feeling increasingly confident in your abilities. You’re adept at working closely with clients to produce work to their briefs; and you’ve put together plenty of research documents for your colleagues, collating and commenting on new industry trends and styles. So head out to a tapas bar with your manager and chat about your progress so far.
By now, you might want to kick back at a community dinner. If your first dinner was authentically Spanish, you could branch out and try one of the city’s many international dishes; so catch up with your friends and see how their own internships are going. Then take an evening walk along the beachfront.
You’ll have met a fair few industry professionals by now, and may even have picked up some contacts of your own. To help you as you build your growing network, we’ll send out an invite to an industry event. Head along and meet some Design leaders; impress the right person and it might just pay off.
Your second tour is a look into how to cook world-class paella. Pick out the freshest ingredients alongside a master chef, then get to work; you’ll be sure to impress friends and family back home with your new skills!
Weeks 5 & 6
As your internship draws to an end, you’ve decided to schedule your 1-to-1 career session to cap off your experience. With professional guidance, look back on your achievements. Not only have you gained world-class world experience; you’ve also made life-long friends while completely immersing yourself in another country. And all in just six weeks! Finish your session by setting out your next steps after leaving Barcelona.
Get ready for an afternoon of food, culture, and architecture as you embark on your final trip. This is a dive into the heart of Barcelona, immersing yourself in everything the city has to offer. You’ll know it well by now, so take this last opportunity to uncover every nook and cranny the city has left.
Before it’s time to fly out, you’ve got one final event pencilled in: your farewell dinner. Meet up with your friends for one last time as you celebrate what you’ve gained and the friendships you’ve made. Swap contact details and arrange your first group meet-up – then say goodbye. And before you leave, you’ll want to make the most out of Barcelona. Browse some delicious fresh food at La Boqueria Market; or head to the Gothic Quarter of the Old City to take in some fascinating local history!
Just a Few of Our Host Company Partners
We collaborate with a diverse array of companies, spanning from boutique PR firms to multinational advisory firms. Please note that these examples are purely for reference. The specific company you’ll be associated with will be determined by a wide range of criteria.
Accommodation
in Barcelona
+ EUR 1,190 per month
+ EUR 1190 per month
Our housing partners in Barcelona are carefully chosen to meet our stringent safety, quality and cleanliness standards. We offer mainly student accommodation or shared apartments. You’ll be living with fellow Beyond Interns, students and other young professionals. It’s a great way to build your own community, especially if you’re traveling from abroad.
You’ll have your own private bedroom with shared communal spaces (kitchen, bathroom, living spaces etc). All rooms come with bedding, Wi-Fi, and often have a desk. Locations will vary but you’ll always be placed somewhere with access to public transport. Depending on where your firm is, we try to ensure your commute time is no more than 30-60 minutes.
We’ll confirm your exact accommodation and location around 3-4 weeks before your Art, Design & Photography internship begins. This is due to the demand for short term accommodation and ever-changing availability.
Photos From Our Barcelona Community
Beyonders Share Their Experience on Our Program
“What I loved about Beyond Academy and why I choose them is because they are more flexible and more individually tailored to what each person is looking for, rather than just a generalised experience. My group and the entire Beyond community has been really welcoming. I am so lucky to be able to have this experience with people that are similar, as in we are all looking to grow personally, grow professionally and also just enjoy every moment. Everyone here has left behind the familiar and has come to the unfamiliar which can be scary, but when you have a community as good as this, it’s not scary at all.”
Hannah from the United States
PR & Journalism Intern, London Immersive Program
“I am involved in Project Management, which is close to what I want to do in the future. One of my favorite parts of my internship is that I’m taken seriously. In the sense that after building up some trust and showing the company what I have to offer, What was great was that I was able to work on a project from start to finish and really get to know the while process, that really gives me a feeling of accomplishment.”
Karin from Austria
Project Management Intern, Tokyo Immersive Program
“My experience so far here has been amazing, it’s just a shock how much I have been enjoying it. The interns are amazing here so we have been hanging out and getting to know each other and exploring Seoul. It’s really just been a full experience that I have been embracing every single day. I work in a team who creates content relating to K-pop. My favourite part of interning is getting to know my coworkers, being around a group of people that are just so kind and inviting, working alongside them every day has been the best experience. I had been hearing about Beyond Academy for quite some time and I read some really great reviews. I wanted to get the work and life balance, which Beyond offered. My favourite thing about Beyond are the connections I have made here and also the events that have been planned, it gets all of us out to embrace Korean culture.”
Jordan from the United States
Marketing Intern, Seoul Immersive Program
“I would recommend Beyond Academy because overall its such an incredible experience. Its not like studying abroad through school because you are really immersed in it, you are here living and working and it really gives you the opportunity to feel like you are making headway in your career. ”
Francesca from the United States Theatre Production Intern, London Immersive Program
“I have learnt an insane amount over the last two months. Having been at Uni for two years, I have learnt so much more in a short space of time. I love the fact that so much effort has gone into us having a such a good time. My overall experience so far has been incredible, the balance between working and having fun with friends, and the accommodation has just been great.”
Kim from South Africa
Engineering Intern, London Immersive Program
“I knew with Beyond I was in safe hands, the communication I got form day one was amazing. Thankfully I got put into an excellent internship in investment firm, and I am loving it so far, I love using the insights and experiences that I have learnt in my degree and putting that to use in the workplace.”
Clodagh from Ireland
Investment Intern, London Immersive Program
Barcelona Art, Design & Photography Program Costs
Our guarantee: In the highly unlikely event that we’re unable to find you a suitable role within your first and second preferred industries, you will receive a full refund of any program payments made.
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