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Why Choose a Barcelona Consulting Internship?
Kickstart your career with professional work experience in Barcelona, Spain.
The biotech hub of Spain, and one of the richest and busiest cities in the EU, Barcelona is a fantastic place to begin your consulting career. Consulting is a varied industry, and you can cast your net widely here; whether you’re guiding the social media strategy of a fast-growing start-up or counselling the local government as they make key decisions. In Barcelona, you’ll gain a unique skill set as you work alongside consulting professionals. Upon completion of your internship, you’ll be ready to apply international insight and experience to your career.
As well as world-class consulting experience, you’ll also enjoy cultural immersion in Spanish life and culture. From culinary delights to art and design, you’ll find it all in Barcelona!
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of coastline along Barcelona
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most economically powerful city in the EU
0,500
cross the Portal de l’Àngel each hour, the most-walked street in Spain
What’s Included
Advance your career in Consulting & Professional Services
A guaranteed professional Consulting & Professional Services internship in Barcelona
We select our partner firms carefully in order to offer you the widest possible range of internship opportunities. As we build your program, we’ll factor in your aspirations and existing skills in order to ensure that your internship works for you. We’ll also offer you a comprehensive package of support throughout your program; including interview advice to help you secure your firm.
Our partner firms can offer consulting internships in various sectors, including but not limited to:
– General Consulting
– Management Consulting
– Startup Consulting
– HR Consulting
– Sustainability Consulting
– And many more
Immersive workshop
Sharpen your skills as you undertake a range of exercises in our immersive skills workshop. Typical sessions will include lessons on effective leadership and building team skills!
Career coaching and support
At any point in your internship, you’ll have the chance to reflect on your career so far with the support of a professional coach. This is a great time to set out goals or future plans, and you’ll leave this session feeling ready for anything.
Throughout your internship, we’ll also offer personalized interview tips and career advice.
A curated calendar of professional networking events
Our local Barcelona team will be monitoring all the latest industry networking events. We’ll be sure to send you out an invite, so head along to grow your own network of contacts. Hit it off with the right person and you might be speaking to your next boss!
Access to online resources and tools
Our useful range of employability resources and tools are a great way of boosting your skill-set and knowledge. Apply what you’ve learned to your internship and impress your colleagues!
Check out the Career Development section further below for the details.
CV support
Your CV or resume is your calling card; it’s the first thing that future employers will see of you. That’s why getting it right is so important – and why we’ll help you get yours into shape.
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
To help you adapt to life in Barcelona, you can draw upon the 24/7 support of our local community team. Whether you’re looking for tips on navigating Spanish business culture or recommendations for the best hotspots around town.
The chance to be part of the local community
You’ll likely be feeling nervous when you first land in Barcelona. After all, you’re starting a new job in a new city. So to help you settle in, you’ll join the Beyond Community. A tight-knit group of fellow interns, they’ll be the best friends – and support network – you could possibly ask for.
A detailed orientation around Barcelona
Before you begin your internship, join us for a comprehensive orientation around Barcelona. Get up to speed with everything awaiting you in the city!
Welcome lunch or dinner
After the orientation, a welcome lunch or dinner will be the perfect opportunity for you to get to know your fellow interns better. Many of our previous interns have made friends for life during their internship programs!
Bi-Weekly community lunch or dinner
Take a break from your busy internship with our popular community meals. Try a local restaurant, or grab some takeaways and head out to a nearby park for some outdoor dining!
Local events and day trips in and around Barcelona
Your international internship is about more than just world-class work experience; it’s also an opportunity to totally immerse yourself in another culture. So to help you soak up the atmosphere, we’ll arrange three exciting half-day trips; including a paella cooking masterclass and city tours!
Check out the Community section below for the details.
A calendar full of exciting social events
As well as your regular schedule of trips and dinners, we’ll run an exciting range of social events in Barcelona. Join old friends or new and have some fun!
Farewell dinner to celebrate program completion
Join your community and celebrate what you’ve achieved in Barcelona with your farewell dinner. Then say goodbye to the city you now call home.
Some extras
Visa support
If you need a visa to work in Barcelona, we’ll assist you with the process. Find out if you need a visa on our Visa Eligibility page.
Airport transport on arrival
We’ll meet you when you land in Barcelona and whisk you straight to your accommodation for the coming weeks and months.
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 Consulting & Professional Services
We’ll incorporate your background and aspirations to ensure that your internship is right for you.
- A Professional Consulting & Professional Services Internship
- Immersive Workshop
- Career Coaching & Support
- Online Tools & Resources
- Practical Consulting & Professional Services Experience
A Professional Consulting & Professional Services Internship
With start dates every month, and lasting anywhere between one and six months in length, select the internship program that best matches your career needs.
A distinctly colorful seaside city, Barcelona is a fantastic choice to kickstart your consultancy career. Where there’s business, there’s consultancy, and Barcelona has opportunity in spades. The city is undergoing a total reinvention, from social policy to IT, biotech and fashion; and there’s deep links to other EU cities and countries all around the Mediterranean basin, including the fledgling North African market. So there’s never been a better time to get started in this busy and professional city. Whether large firm or small, small business or educational institution, learn the ropes and develop your industry knowledge.
English is widely spoken in Barcelona, which makes meeting new people and forging new relationships easy. Here, you’ll discover a vibrant and anything-goes city packed with a variety of perspectives and cultures!
Immersive Workshop
Arm yourself for the future with our immersive skills workshop.
Here, you’ll work with professional coaches and inspirational speakers to sharpen your skills ready for your internship – and beyond. A typical session will see you undertaking exercises in communication skills, team skills, and building confidence in a professional environment.
It’s a great way of preparing yourself for the coming weeks and months – and your future career.
Career Coaching & Support
Take a step back from the day-to-day of your internship to review your career so far and professional aspirations. With the aid of a professional coach, you’ll consider your strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement.
You’ll schedule your appointment depending on what you want to achieve with your session. For some, an early appointment is an opportunity to get into the right mindset for their internship; all while setting out any goals they’d like to achieve. For others, this session is a way to take stock of their progress while making adjustments for their remaining time or for capping off their internship, and reviewing their achievements. If that’s the case, pencil in your appointment for the midpoint or closing days of your program.
Throughout your program, you’ll also have access to personalized career advice and interview support. We’ll assist you as you tailor your CV or resume to top industry standards; and we’ll help you get your LinkedIn profile up to scratch.
Online Tools & Resources
Our online portal of employability tools and resources is a fantastic way of boosting your skill-set. Apply what you’ve learned to impress your colleagues!
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 Consulting & Professional Services Experience
With varied caseloads and plenty of hopping between clients, consulting can be fast-paced and intense. That’s why staying clear-headed and organized is key. Here’s a few examples of the responsibilities you might undertake while in Barcelona:
– Undergo training lectures/seminars in relevant areas
– Assist senior staff with caseloads
– Interview clients to determine business needs and suitability
– Identify innovative solutions to both your own and colleagues’ cases
– Research and compile briefing documents
Barcelona Community & Events
Alongside your Beyond Community, you’ll explore every inch of Barcelona. The city will soon feel like your new home!
- Your Barcelona Community
- Welcome Orientation
- Networking Opportunities
- Girona Trip
- Paella Cooking
- Architecture & Tapas
Your Barcelona Community
Bright and bold, Barcelona is a breath of fresh air. Filled with culture, food and fun, there’s nothing quite like feeling the cool air of the evening sweep in as you luxuriate in a café or tapas bar. And beyond delicious food and drink, there’s also a range of architectural delights to discover; from looming Gothic spires to the world-famous work of Antoni Gaudí. You’ll want to see his 7 architectural feats across the city, which together are a UNESCO World Heritage site. Barcelona is also full of a variety of museums through which to explore the city’s thousands of years of history!
By your side every step of the way will be your Beyond Community. Their support and friendship will be invaluable as you explore Barcelona together.
Welcome Orientation
After you land in the city, join us for a detailed welcome orientation, introducing you to your workload and Barcelona itself. It’s a great way of getting familiar with everything awaiting you. You’ll also receive regular invitations to community dinners; meet up with your friends and kick back after a busy week at work!
Networking Opportunities
Your international experience is the opportunity to build up your own network of professional consulting contacts. To assist you as you develop your network, we’ll send out an invitation to a top industry event. Head along and get familiar with your sector; chat with industry leaders and job or interview offers may just be around the corner!
Girona Trip
Take a journey out of Barcelona to discover Girona. A popular destination for tourists, Girona offers an unmatched insight into thousands of years of history and culture. First, take in the impressive city fortifications, dating back to the Roman era; then discover a varied history through the city’s selection of art galleries and museums. Finish off your day by experiencing Girona’s Jewish Quarters – some of the best-preserved in Europe.
Paella Cooking
A signature Spanish dish, there’s nothing quite like that perfect bowl of paella; and you’re about to learn all the tips and tricks to making it! Take a trip to a local market to pick out the freshest ingredients, including chicken, prawn and chorizo; then get to work alongside a master chef! It’s a skill you’ll never forget.
Architecture & Tapas
Soak up the atmosphere in the heart of Barcelona as you discover its two best features: architecture and tapas! With its distinctly Spanish style, you’ll immerse yourself in a city of cathedrals and colorful Modernist masterpieces. As you explore, you’ll go hopping from tapas bar to tapas bar, experiencing every Spanish snack the city has to offer!
Your Barcelona program
at a glance
You’ll be curious about what exactly your Consulting internship might look like, so here’s a look at a typical 6-week program.
Weeks 1 & 2
As you land in Barcelona, you reflect back on the months of preparation and excitement: it’s all been leading up to this. Take your first step into the glorious Spanish sunshine before meeting us in arrivals; we’re here to take you to your home for the coming weeks.
The rest of your first day will be spent settling in. For some that’s laying low in their room; for others it’s making their way into the heart of the city in order to maximize their time here. The choice is yours. On day two, you’ll join us for your orientation. This is your chance to get to know Barcelona, as well as the work you’ll be doing. And later that evening, you’ll meet your Beyond Community for the first time. Get to know each other over some authentic Spanish food; you’ll soon bond over your shared experiences.
On your first day of work, make sure you’re on time before introducing yourself to your new colleagues. Then it’s time to immerse yourself in your workload and get to work. If you ever need help or assistance, make sure to ask for it; you’re here to learn, and your colleagues want to see you succeed.
Soon, it’s time for your first trip. Take an excursion out to the nearby city of Girona to uncover some authentic Spanish culture and history. Explore museums, art galleries, and preserved ruins!
Weeks 3 & 4
By week three, you’re gaining confidence every day. You’re a pro at juggling your colleagues’ caseloads, jumping from one client to the next as you offer ad hoc assistance; and you’ve developed your industry knowledge based on briefings, presentations, and your colleagues’ own insight. So it’s a good time to take some time out with your manager and discuss how you’re getting on.
After an intense few weeks, you’re in the mood to relax. So head down to a nearby restaurant to meet up with your Beyond Community. Your first meal was authentically Spanish, so why not try a local Indian or Thai? Swap stories with your friends and enjoy yourself; you might even conclude your evening with a moonlit walk along a beach.
By now, you’ll have met a number of consulting professionals in your busy and varied role. You might even have picked up a few contacts already. But to help you build up your fledgling network, we’ll send you an invite to a top consultancy event. Make a good impression on the right person and it might pay dividends down the line.
For your second tour, you’re about to discover how to make some sumptuous paella. Working with a master chef, you’ll learn all the secrets to preparing this classic Spanish dish; you’ll be able to impress friends and family back home with your new skills.
Weeks 5 & 6
As your internship draws to a close, it’s a good time to reflect on what you’ve achieved. So book in your 1-to-1 career session to chat with a qualified coach about your time in Barcelona. Then cast your mind out to the future and set out a roadmap to your dream job.
Your final trip will take you on a journey across Barcelona itself. Take in the world-famous creations of Antoni Gaudí on display around the city; then sample some delicious Spanish food as you try all the tapas you can get your hands on!
Your six weeks here have flown by, and it’s time for one final meal to say goodbye to your community. Reminisce about your favorite memories of your time in Barcelona, then say farewell to your friends. And before you’re due to fly out, make one last dash around the city to take it all in. Sip a cocktail in Marlowe Bar, one of the best bars in all of Spain; or head up to ‘the bunkers’ to discover an anti-aircraft battery used in the Spanish Civil War!
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 Consulting 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
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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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