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Why Choose a Barcelona Environmental Sustainability Internship?
Kickstart your environmental career with world-class work experience in Spain.
Barcelona is a city that cares. Having declared a climate emergency in 2020, the city is taking steps to tackle the most pressing issues of our time; all in an ethical and sustainable manner. From waste disposal to low emissions zones, the people of Barcelona are coming together to build a greener city. You might be working with a major firm or environmental start-up with the next big green idea. Either way, you’ll have the chance to bring all your creativity and passion as you work.
That’s not all. As well as your work experience, you’ll also have the chance to immerse yourself in a Spanish city like no other. Soak up the culture as you get to know Barcelona!
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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 Environmental & Sustainability
A guaranteed professional Environmental & Sustainability internship in Barcelona
Our list of partner firms offers a wide selection of internship opportunities. As we build your internship, we’ll make sure to factor in your background and career goals in order to design a program that is tailored to you. We’ll also offer constant support from beginning to end; from visa assistance to Barcelona hotspot recommendations.
Our wide range of firms can offer internships in many different sectors, including but not limited to:
– Green Energy
– Environmental Law
– Waste/Recycling
– Green Buildings
– Sustainability Consulting
– And many more
Immersive workshop
Head along to our skills workshop to prepare for your internship and build up your core competencies. Work with coaches and speakers as you run through exercises in multiple key skills; including teamwork, adaptability, and more.
Career coaching and support
Look back on your career and plan ahead for the future with your 1-to-1 career session. With the professional insight of a qualified coach, step back from the day-to-day of your internship to take a longer view of things.
Throughout your internship, we’ll also offer personalized interview tips and career advice.
A curated calendar of professional networking events
Environmentalism is an interconnected sector, so attend a networking event to get to know your industry. Chat with the right person and you might just have secured yourself a job or interview offer after your internship ends.
Access to online resources and tools
Access our online portal of employability resources to boost your skills and impress your colleagues.
Check out the Career Development section further below for more details.
CV support
We’ll assist you as you get your CV or resume into gear, ready to send out to prospective employers!
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
You’ll have the constant support of our local Barcelona team while you work. You might be looking for professional advice, or simply tips on navigating Spanish culture; whatever you need, we’ll be there.
The chance to be part of the local community
A new job is always nerve-wracking – doubly so when combined with moving to a new city. So to help you settle in, you’ll join the Beyond Community; a group of fellow interns all experiencing Barcelona, just like you. Through dinners, trips and social events, you’ll soon form the tightest of bonds.
A detailed orientation around Barcelona
Join us for a comprehensive orientation around Barcelona, introducing you to your workload – and the city itself.
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
Unwind after a busy week at work with our popular community lunches and dinners. Meet up with your friends and embark on a culinary tour of Barcelona, trying it all!
Local events and day trips in and around Barcelona
A Beyond internship isn’t just about world-class work experience – though you’ll certainly get it. It’s also the chance to completely immerse yourself in a foreign culture. To assist you in your education, we’ll organize three exciting half-day trips; including paella cooking with a master chef!
Take a look at the Community section below for the details.
A calendar full of exciting social events
Alongside your busy schedule of trips and dinners, head along to our social events and have some fun!
Farewell dinner to celebrate program completion
Cap off your time in Barcelona with your farewell dinner. Celebrate what you’ve gained, then say goodbye to your friends.
Some extras
Visa support
If you need a visa to work in Barcelona, we’re ready to help. Find out if you need a visa on our Visa Eligibility page.
Airport transport on arrival
We’ll meet you at the airport and take you straight on to your new accommodation.
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 Environmental & Sustainability
We’ll work closely with you to ensure that your internship kickstarts your environmental career in the best possible way.
- A Professional Environmental & Sustainability Internship
- Immersive workshop
- Career Coaching & Support
- Online Tools & Resources
- Practical Environmental & Sustainability Experience
A Professional Environmental & Sustainability Internship
With start dates every month, and lasting anywhere between one and six months in length, choose an internship program that’s right for you.
With its young and innovative population, you’ll find like-minded people wherever you go in Barcelona. The city is full of sustainable and otherwise green schemes to sink your teeth into. Barcelona has taken steps to clean up its emissions, resulting in a high air quality; and it’s a zero-waste city too, meaning that as much waste as possible is sustainably recycled. And with its smart city integration, both traffic and public transport are more efficient and less wasteful.
You might find yourself working on one of these endeavors, or something completely new, as you tackle the challenges facing this big and diverse city. It’s a fantastic way to get some green experience under your belt.
English is spoken widely in Barcelona, so you’ll easily make new connections and relationships. Talk to everyone you meet as you discover new perspectives – it’s a cultural feast!
Immersive workshop
Prepare yourself for the challenges of your internship with our immersive workshop.
Working closely with qualified coaches and inspirational speakers, there’s no better way of training your skills for the weeks ahead. A typical session might focus on effective leadership, communication skills, and building professional confidence.
You’ll leave this session feeling invigorated for the rest of your internship.
Career Coaching & Support
Consider your progress so far, then set out your future plans, in this tailored 1-to-1 session. It’s a great chance to reflect on your career – all with professional insight.
You can schedule this session depending on what you want to get out of this session. If you want to set out stall for your internship, and perhaps consider a few goals you’d like to meet, an early appointment is a good idea. Otherwise, you could wait until half-way through your internship for a balanced session; focus first on your progress so far, then turn to any improvements you could make in your remaining time.
If you’d like to use your session to conclude your time in Barcelona, take a meeting in your final days. This is a good way of reviewing your achievements before setting out the steps to achieve your dream job.
Throughout your program, we’ll also offer personalized career advice and interview support. Whether that’s resume and CV support or LinkedIn tips, we’ve got you covered.
Online Tools & Resources
Our online portal of employability tools and resources are available throughout your internship. Boost your skills and 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 Environmental & Sustainability Experience
Working for a sustainability firm or environmental startup, you’ll find plenty to do. It’s a varied industry, and no two days will ever be the same; work hard and you’ll soon succeed. Here’s a few examples of the tasks you might undertake while in Barcelona:
– Assist with the creation of customer sustainability reports
– Carry out site surveys and assessments of ecological systems
– Summarize policy developments for a general audience through press statements and newsletters
– Collaborate on research and report results to stakeholders
– Contribute to/host talks and activities for visiting groups and schools
Community & Events
Exploring the city alongside your new friends, Barcelona will soon feel like home.
- Your Barcelona Community
- Welcome Orientation
- Networking Opportunities
- Girona Trip
- Paella Cooking
- Architecture & Tapas
Your Barcelona Community
A sunny city of beaches, parks, and fantastic food, Barcelona is a delight. Discover a unique mosaic of architecture as you take in works spanning thousands of years; from the Roman era through to Gothic cathedrals, then the collected works of Antoni Gaudí, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
The nightlife of Barcelona is something special; bars and restaurants are packed until well after midnight as revellers sample the city’s delicious culinary culture. Join them as you kick back after a long day at work – there’s no better way of feeling truly immersed.
Alongside you every step of the way will be your Beyond Community. The memories you make in this ever-changing city will last you a lifetime.
Welcome Orientation
Before your program kicks off, join us for a comprehensive orientation around Barcelona. We’ll cover every aspect of life in the city, from your work to hotspot tips. You’ll also receive bi-weekly community dinner invites, so make sure to attend!
Networking Opportunities
Your time in Barcelona is ripe to develop your own personal pocketbook of industry contacts. Head along to a top networking session to make some friends and business contacts. In such an interconnected sector, it never hurts to make a good impression.
Girona Trip
Experience the cobbled medieval streets of Girona as you take a tour of this beautiful ancient city. TV fans might recognize a few familiar sights as you explore a city of fascinating museums, proud cathedrals, and crumbling ruins. Check out the Plaça de la Independència, one of the most popular tourist spots in the city; then make sure to stop by the city’s fortifications before you go!
Paella Cooking
A Spanish dish enjoyed all over the world, there’s nothing quite like authentic paella. This is your opportunity to learn all the secrets to this world-class delight. So head out to a local market and choose your ingredients carefully; including freshly caught prawns and spicy chorizo sausages. Then work closely with a master chef to learn all the tips and tricks to crafting that perfect dish!
Architecture & Tapas
Dive deep into the heart of Barcelona with this architecture and tapas tour. The city is a motley collection of architecture both old and new; so discover it all as you immerse yourself in Barcelona’s glorious history. Then try every tapas bar you can find as you snack on a sumptuous selection of Spanish food and drink; it’s the perfect way of experiencing the culture of Spain.
Your Barcelona program
at a glance
If you’re wondering what it’s like to intern in Barcelona, you’re in luck: here’s a snapshot of a typical 6-week environmental internship.
Weeks 1 & 2
After months of anticipation, you can’t quite believe your wheels are finally touching down in Barcelona. World-class work experience in a spellbinding city awaits you; so to kick things off, meet us in arrivals and let us take you to your new accommodation.
Your first day is yours to spend as you wish. You might want to relax in your room, or else get out there and start exploring. Either way, you’ll join us on day two for your orientation around Barcelona. Here you’ll get up to speed with everything awaiting you in the city. That evening, meet your new Beyond Community. You’ll soon be the closest of friends, so get to know each other!
Turn up promptly on your first day of work; your office will be your base for the coming weeks, so make a good first impression on your co-workers. Get familiar with your workload and then dive in! If you need help or assistance, your colleagues are your first port of call; they’re here to help you find success, after all.
Soon enough, it’s time for your first trip. Head out to the nearby city of Girona and explore a medieval city of ruins, museums, and iconic cultural sights.
Weeks 3 & 4
It’s week three, and by now you’re really getting to grips with the rhythms of your workload. You’re adept at navigating the needs of multiple stakeholders; and your control over your firm’s social media feed is going well. Your latest marketing campaign has increased engagement severalfold! So it’s a good time to head out with your manager to consider what you’ve achieved.
It’s been a busy few weeks, so take the opportunity to accept an invite to a community dinner. Catch up with your friends and swap stories of your adventures over the past few weeks; all while chowing down on one of Barcelona’s delicious international cuisines.
You’ll likely have picked up a few contacts in your time here; so to boost your network, we’ll send you an invite to an exclusive networking session. Get to know your industry; impress the right person and you might be speaking to your next boss.
It’s already time for your second trip; this time, you’re about to make some delicious paella! Work closely with a master chef as you learn all the tips and tricks to this quintessential Spanish dish. It’s a skill you’ll never forget.
Weeks 5 & 6
By now you’re calling the city ‘BCN’ – just like the locals do! But your internship is drawing to a close, so you’ve organized your 1-to-1 session to reflect on the experience. With a professional coach, look back at your progress, then set out a roadmap to future success.
Your final trip is a complete cultural immersion in the heart of Barcelona. Soak up the architecture as you spot countless iconic sights; then experience a taste sensation as you sample every bit of tapas you can find!
It feels unbelievable, but you’ve got one final event to attend: your farewell dinner. Meet up with your friends for one final time; swap your favorite memories of your time in Barcelona, then arrange your first group meet-up. Finally, say goodbye to your community. And before you’re due to fly out, make sure you’ve made the most of the city. Take a Picasso walking tour, finishing up in the Picasso Museum; or head to the Bosc de les Fades bar to surround yourself in a magical forest as you drink!
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 Environmental & Sustainability 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 Environmental & Sustainability 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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