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Why Choose a Seoul Environmental Sustainability Internship?
Looking to save the planet? Seoul’s the place.
There’s never been a better time to embark on a career in environmentalism. All across the world, countries are waking up to the urgent challenges facing us. And clean oceans and clean air are more important than ever.
With the government’s commitment to a green new deal – aiming for a low-carbon economy by 2025 – you’ll find a wealth of environmental and sustainability opportunities in South Korea. Not to mention the tech sector here works to find sustainable solutions. There’s nowhere better to gain practical work experience in the environment or sustainability sector.
And that’s not all. In Seoul you’ll embark upon a complete cultural immersion. From ancient heritage to trailblazing modernity, you’ll soak up the atmosphere of this amazing city. It’s an experience you won’t forget.
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What’s Included
Advance your career in Environmental & Sustainability
A guaranteed professional Environmental & Sustainability internship in Seoul
We select our partner firms with care in order to offer the widest range of internship opportunities. We’ll build your program with your background and aspirations in mind; this personalized approach is the best way to unlock your potential and set you up for future success. We’ll also offer a comprehensive package of support; from interview tips to advice on how to navigate your new city.
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
In our immersive skills workshop, you’ll build up your core skills under the guidance of coaches and speakers. A typical session will include exercises in leadership, communication, professional confidence, and more.
Career coaching and support
In your 1-to-1 session, you’ll have the chance to consider your career with the aid of a professional coach. Look back on your successes and failures, then reflect on your strengths and weaknesses; leave this session with an action plan for improvement.
And at any point during your internship, you’ll have access to top interview advice and career guidance.
Curated calendar of professional networking events
We’ll send you invites to top industry networking events. Get to know industry leaders and other like-minded environmental professionals.
Curated online resources and tools
At any time in Seoul, you’ll have access to our online portal of resources to boost your skills and employability.
Check out the Career Development section below for more details.
CV support
Your CV or resume is your calling card, as well as the first step to landing your dream job. We’ll assist you to perfect yours.
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
Thriving local community
Starting a new job is always a nerve-wracking experience; let alone in a new city! To assist you as you settle into Seoul, you’ll join your Beyond Community. You’ll quickly bond with a group of new and existing interns; and after you’ve left Seoul, the time you spent with your community will be among your fondest memories.
Comprehensive 24/7 local support
Our local team will be on the ground to provide constant support while you live in Seoul. Whether you need professional or personal advice, they’ll be there for you.
Orientation
Soon after your arrival, we’ll take you through everything that awaits you on your program in a detailed orientation.
Welcome lunch or dinner
After the orientation, our 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
We’ll send you regular invites to our popular community lunches and dinners. Meet up with your friends and relax after a busy week.
Local events and day trips
As well as valuable work experience in the environmental and sustainability sector, you’ll have the chance to discover a culture like no other. Join us on three exciting day trips to uncover South Korea’s past, present and future!
Take a look at the Community section below for more details.
A bustling social calendar of exciting events
On top of regular trips and dinners, we’ll organize a range of social events. Join in and have fun!
Farewell dinner to celebrate program completion
As your environment & sustainability internship draws to a close, celebrate your success at your farewell dinner.
Some extras
Visa support
If you need a visa to work in South Korea, we’re here to help. Find out if you need a visa on our Visa Eligibility page.
Airport transport on arrival
We’ll meet you at Incheon International Airport and take you straight to your new accommodation.
Beyond welcome bag
You’ll receive a Beyond Academy-branded bag full of handpicked goodies to welcome you to Seoul.
Discover the Seoul Program Experience Through Other Beyonders’ Eyes
“My experience so far has been really great, my internship was really fun and I could gain a lot of new insights into the field that I am interested in. There were so many cool events that I could attend thanks to Beyond Academy, and I met so many great people and I am so thankful for all the experiences I had. There is so much that is included in the program besides just them organising the internship, you get so many social events and a community that actually cares about you. There’s a full on social calendar of events that you can go to, so you never feel lonely or don’t know what to do. My favourite thing about beyond is all the people that I met, I am so grateful for the connections that I made. I will have these connections for the rest of my life and I am so thankful to have had the opportunity to meet these people and have so many great memories that I can look back on. ”
Hannah from Switzerland
Marketing Intern, Seoul 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
“My experience is Seoul has been better than I could have imagined, I have met so many friends that didn’t think I would meet. My co-workers are incredible, so its been a really good experience, something I think that will stick with me for the rest of my life. I have paved a better path for myself being here, and I have gotten to dive a little more deeper into my field in something I am very passionate about.”
Olivia from the United States
Music Intern, Seoul Immersive Program
“I wanted to do an internship abroad to advance my career prospects and gain valuable experience abroad. After looking through lots of choices I landed on Beyond Academy, they had really good reviews from previous interns. I already feeling like a stronger person as a result of it, I am very much fulfilled by what I am doing and who I am here with.”
Nicholas from the United Kingdom
Engineering Intern, Seoul Immersive Program
“I wanted to come to Seoul because I had recently learned about the business culture and how they had advanced their country with Technology. The reason why I choose Beyond academy over others is that I really loved the people that were involved in it. I would definitely recommend Beyond to other people that want to explore another country and gain experience.”
Naomi from the United States
Business Intern, Seoul Immersive Program
“Learn all about Jasmine’s adventure in Seoul as she interns at a Fashion Sustainability company, and how she makes the most of her everyday in this incredible city.”
Jasmine from the UK
Photography Intern, Seoul Immersive Program
Developing Your Career in Environmental & Sustainability
We’ll craft your internship to help you kickstart your environment or sustainability career.
- A Professional Environmental & Sustainability Internship
- Immersive workshop
- Career coaching & support
- Online tools and resources
- Practical Environmental & Sustainability Experience
A Professional Environmental & Sustainability Internship
With start dates every month, that last anywhere between one and six months, choose the right internship program for you.
The fight against climate change takes many forms in Seoul. From recycling and cleaning up beaches to cutting-edge scientific discoveries and its new ‘smart city’, Songdo. You’ll find it all in Seoul, a city helping to lead the way in a global battle. Top minds come from all across the world to create, build, and innovate. You’ll begin and develop your career in the environmental & sustainability sector with a truly global outlook, bursting with new ideas.
Located near the airport is the brand new sustainable city of Songdo, designed as a ‘smart city’ it uses technology to promote sustainable living. It includes a state-of-the-art waste management system, electric transportation and green buildings.
Business culture in South Korean is constantly professional and focused around values of collaboration and deference. Remain respectful at all times – especially to your seniors – and you’ll go far.
Immersive workshop
While you work in Seoul, you’ll take part in an immersive skills workshop. It’s a great way to prepare yourself for the weeks ahead.
Under the guidance of professional coaches and inspirational speakers, you’ll run through a range of exercises to build up your core skills.
You’ll leave this session feeling reinvigorated and ready for anything!
Career coaching & support
In this 1-to-1 session, you’ll work with a qualified coach to look back on your career so far. This is a space to think critically about yourself; your strengths and weaknesses, your successes and failures, and your aspirations.
You’ll find your schedule packed full of trips, meetings, networking and dinners. So pencil in this appointment at the best time for you.
Some interns opt for an early session. This is a good way of preparing for the weeks ahead and making the most out of Seoul. Others choose a point half-way through for a balanced session; looking both at your achievements so far and improvements you can make in the future.
Alternatively, you could take your appointment towards the end of your internship. Here you’ll take stock of your success and plan out your next steps after leaving Seoul.
You’ll also have access to personalized career and interview advice while in Seoul. We’ll help you perfect your resume or CV. We’ll even help you to polish your LinkedIn profile.
Online tools and resources
You’ll have access to an online portal of skills and employability resources throughout your Environmental & Sustainability internship.
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
No two days are ever the same in an environmental or sustainability internship. Here’s a few examples of the kind of tasks that await you in Seoul:
– 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
With the support of your Beyond Community, Seoul will soon feel like home.
- Your Seoul Community
- Welcome Orientation
- Networking Opportunities
- Andong Trip
- Cooking Class
- A day wearing Hanbok
Your Seoul Community
With futuristic technology – the public transport system is so complex it’s managed by a team of mathematicians! – and cutting-edge fashion, design, and architecture, you’ll feel as if you’re part of another world when you first land in Seoul. The city is infused with modernity; from vibrant K-pop and colorful pop culture to dancing, food, and drink. But that’s just part of what Seoul has to offer. A green belt surrounds the city and there are plenty of natural beauty spots to enjoy. Shrines and imperial palaces are monuments to South Korea’s religious and imperial past.
And as you uncover this amazing city, you’ll be joined by a community to call your own – your Beyond Community. You couldn’t ask for a better support network. Explore this impressive city together, and attend dinners and socials to make memories that will last a lifetime.
Welcome Orientation
Your comprehensive orientation around the city will prepare you for your Seoul adventure. Find out what awaits you on your internship program. You’ll also receive regular invites to community dinners, so get involved and have some fun!
Networking Opportunities
Our local team will be keeping track of the latest industry events. Keep an eye out for your invite to a green networking session. Meet top leaders in environmentalism and sustainability! Interview or job offers may just be around the corner.
Andong Trip
Andong Hahoe village showcases the amazing rich history of Korea. You’ll be immersed in traditional houses, shrines, museums and mask dance. With so much culture on offer, make sure you leave time for food. If weather conditions are unfavorable, fret not, we’ll take you on a temple stay experience for you to fully immerse yourself in traditional Korean culture!
Cooking Class
The rich traditions around the way Korean food is prepared, cooked, and eaten means you’ll have plenty to experience. You’ll be enveloped in the stories of this fascinating culture while cooking with our master chef.
A day wearing Hanbok
The Hanbok is a traditional piece of clothing that beautifully reflects the essence of Korean heritage! Let our local community experts assist you in finding the ideal Hanbok, and even help you achieve an intricate hair-do in full Korean tradition!
Meet the Seoul Community team
Throughout the duration of your program, your Seoul Community Coordinators will be by your side, providing both friendly support and a lot of enjoyable moments.
Alize
Sooyeon
Jayoon
Subin
Your Seoul program
at a glance
We’ve put together a snapshot of what a typical Seoul internship might look like, based on a 6-week Environmental & Sustainability internship program.
Weeks 1 & 2
After months of careful planning, you can’t quite believe that you’re in South Korea. It’s time for the biggest adventure of your life. But first thing’s first; meet us at the Incheon International airport and we’ll take you straight to your accommodation for the next few weeks.
On your first day, you can choose how you want to unwind after a long plane journey. Some lay low in their accommodation and sleep off the jet lag; others jump on a subway and head straight into the heart of Seoul to begin exploring! Whatever you choose, you’ll join us on your second day for your orientation. We’ll run you through everything you need to know about your program. Afterwards, you’ll want to head out and meet your brand new Beyond Community. Get to know each other over authentic Korean food.
On your first day at work, impress your new colleagues with a display of professionalism and hard work. You might choose to unwind afterwards at a community dinner or social event. Regale your new friends with stories of your first day. Take the subway or walk along the Han River to get home.
You’ll find yourself regularly stretched and challenged by your environmental internship. So, to prepare yourself thoroughly, take your skills workshop. Under the watchful eye of coaches and speakers improve your key competencies; and emerge ready to take on the world.
Lastly, begin looking forward to the trip to Andong. From its 600-year-old houses, to the retelling of the histories of the Ryu family from the Joseon Dynasty who lived in the village, you’ll have a seriously fascinating time.
Weeks 3 & 4
As the weeks go on, you’ll have found yourself adapting into your role. From producing a wealth of written material, including press releases and blog posts; to engaging in in-depth research to summarize environmental policy developments for clients and stakeholders. It’s a good time to head out with your manager and discuss your progress so far.
An international city, you’ll have likely already begun to make connections as you work. To aid you as you build your own network of contacts, we’ll send out an invite to a top industry event. Head along and introduce yourself to industry leaders in the sustainability sector. You never know how a swapped contact detail or two might pay off down the line.
Soon, it’s time for your second trip. Seoul is home to a culinary culture unlike any other in the world. Try as much as you can, from delicious Korean food to a range of authentic international dishes. Learn about this fascinating city through its diverse array of food.
Weeks 5 & 6
You’ll be fully at home in your Internship now, so it’s a great time to look ahead.
If you’ve not done it already, make sure you fit in your 1-to-1 career coaching session. It’s a chance not many professionals get and lets you explore your dreams and ambitions. You can chat over the things you’re finding a little tougher, and set goals and plans for your future career success.
Lastly, begin looking forward to the trip to Andong. From its 600-year-old houses, to the retelling of the histories of the Ryu family from the Joseon Dynasty who lived in the village, you’ll have a seriously fascinating time.
All good things must come to an end and we’ll make sure you get a great send off at our farewell dinner. Say goodbye to the amazing people you’ve met and get ready to head home.
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 Seoul
+ USD 1,210 per month
+ USD 1210 per month
We work with a few carefully selected partners in Seoul. Mainly co-living houses, student accommodation and shared houses, we only provide options that meet our safety, quality and cleanliness standards. You’ll be living with fellow Beyond Interns, students and some young professionals. So it’s a great way to integrate with local community for those traveling from overseas.
You will get a private bedroom with shared communal spaces (kitchen, living spaces etc). All rooms come with bedding and Wi-Fi, and often have a desk. Locations can vary but you’ll always be well located and near public transport. Depending on your office location, we try to ensure your commute time is 30-60 minutes.
Due to demand for short term accommodation and ever changing availability, we usually confirm your exact accommodation and location around 3-4 weeks before your start date.
Photos From Our Seoul Community
Beyonders Share Their Experiences 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
Seoul 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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