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Why Choose a Seoul HR Internship?
Kickstart your career with a fantastic international Human Resources internship.
Working in Seoul, you’ll gain new knowledge and skills as you navigate a busy and challenging internship. You’ll leave the city newly confident in your future HR success.
A glittering metropolis – and one of the richest cities in the world – Seoul contains countless opportunities and it’s a truly global hub. For foreigners, there are multiple job opportunities here too, and not just teaching English. Seoul is full of possibilities with corporate roles across all industries.
Combine your work experience with unparalleled cultural immersion. Outstanding food, historical sites, music, and pop culture all come together to create an unmissable adventure.
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What’s Included
Advance your career in Human Resources
A guaranteed professional Human Resources internship in Seoul
We carefully select our partner firms to provide the best possible range of potential internship programs. We’ll factor in your skill-set, background, and aspirations as we craft your course. This personalized approach ensures that you’ll leave your internship maximizing your potential; and equipped with the tools for success.
Our wide range of firms can offer internships in various sectors, including but not limited to:
– HR Consultancy
– Recruitment
– Employee Relations
– Executive Recruitment
– Training and Development
– And many more
Immersive workshop
Work with qualified coaches and inspirational speakers to hone your skills and gain new knowledge. Sessions focus around leadership, communication, personal branding, and more.
Career coaching and support
Sit down with a professional coach in this personalized 1-to-1 session to consider your career. Reflect on your achievements, strengths, weaknesses, and future career goals. Leave this session feeling empowered!
At any point during your internship, you’ll also have access to top interview advice and career guidance.
Curated calendar of professional networking events
Our local Seoul team keeps careful track of all the latest industry events. Print out some business cards, head along, and make some new contacts!
Curated online resources and tools
While on your program, you’ll have access to an online portal of curated resources. Use these resources to boost your professional development!
Check out the Career Development section below for more details.
CV support
Your resume or CV is the first thing employers see of you, so it’s vital to create a good first impression. That’s why we’ll help get yours up to scratch.
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
Living and working in a new city is a nerve-wracking prospect! That’s why you’ll join an amazing Beyond Community of fellow interns, all living and working in Seoul. It’s a support network unlike any other; whether you need advice, or just want to celebrate your achievements, along with our Community Team, they’ll have your back.
Comprehensive 24/7 local support
Our local Seoul team is on hand to offer all the help and support you need while living in the city. If you’d like advice on your first day, or you’re simply looking for restaurant recommendations, they’ll be there.
Orientation
We’ll prepare you for the weeks or months ahead and go through everything you need to know about your program. As well as introduce you to your new city, Seoul.
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
You’ll receive bi-weekly invitations to Beyond Community lunches and dinners. Use these occasions to kick back, relax, and catch up with your friends; all over some incredible food.
Local events and day trips
A Beyond internship isn’t just about amazing work experience. You’ll also have the opportunity to completely immerse yourself in South Korean culture. To aid your cultural education, we’ll organize three exciting day trips; including a deep dive into South Korea’s incredible culinary heritage and a look at traditional life.
Check out the Community section below for more details.
A bustling social calendar of exciting events
As well as trips and community dinners, you’ll also have the chance to attend lots of social events across the city. So, get out there, join your friends, and have some fun!
Farewell dinner to celebrate program completion
As you reach the end of your time in Seoul, celebrate with a goodbye dinner. Congratulate your fellow interns, reminisce and bid farewell to this fantastic community.
Some extras
Visa support
If you need a visa to work in Seoul, we’ll help guide you through the process. Find out if you need a visa on our Visa Eligibility page.
Airport transport on arrival
We’ll pick you up when you land at Incheon International Airport and whisk 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 Human Resources
We’ll carefully develop your HR internship program to equip you with the tools for success.
- A Professional Human Resources Internship
- Immersive workshop
- Career coaching & support
- Online tools and resources
- Practical Human Resources Experience
A Professional Human Resources Internship
With start dates every month, between one and six months – you choose when to begin your Human Resources internship program.
A world capital with more to it than you could ever find the time to uncover, Seoul is a unique city. With new opportunities round every corner, you’ll receive fantastic HR experience. All while living in the heart of this diverse and enchanting city.
As you work, you’ll get to grips with South Korea’s professional business culture too. You’ll find a focus on collaboration, formality and deference. So always turn up on time, handle business cards with care, and dress smartly. By remaining polite, you’ll build long-lasting relationships and grow to appreciate this respectful, collaborative way of working.
That doesn’t mean that South Koreans don’t like to relax after work! Post-work socials are common and you’ll head to plenty of bars and restaurants in your time here. It’s a chance to build those relationships in a more informal setting. Plus, there’s a whole range of delicious food to try!
Immersive workshop
Take our immersive skills workshop for a boost to your personal and professional development!
Work with qualified coaches and undertake exercises in key skills like communication and leadership – essential for any HR professional.
Apply your new knowledge to your HR internship, and in your future career too.
Career coaching & support
Sit down with a qualified coach to reflect on your career so far. Consider your strengths, weaknesses, and aspirations, all in this tailored session.
Your schedule will be packed full of trips, meetings, social events and dinners. So, book in your career session at a time that suits you best.
An early session is a great way to lay the groundwork for your time in Seoul. You can set out a game plan for your internship based on your goals.
Alternatively, an appointment half-way through your internship is a good middle point. Reflect on the progress you’ve made so far, while identifying areas of improvement for the coming weeks. Or, a meeting at the end of your time in Seoul can help you formulate a road map. Use it to inform your next steps upon completion of your HR internship.
Whatever you choose, you’ll also have access to personalized career and interview advice at any time. We’ll help you perfect your resume, CV and LinkedIn profile; or assemble a professional portfolio.
Online tools and resources
Our curated array of online tools and resources can be accessed anytime during your program. Use these resources to further boost your employability and skills.
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 Human Resources Experience
Human Resources is a challenging industry; fast-paced, with plenty of decision-making, you’ll gain valuable experience as you work. Here are just a few of the tasks you might undertake:
– Create and update personnel files and employee records
– Provide administrative support to the HR team
– Assist in the creation and maintenance of training documentation
– Liaise with internal and external customers
– Support regular HR processes, such as payroll and reviews
– Organize internal company events (E.g. Socials and parties)
Community & Events
With your Beyond Community by your side, Seoul will quickly feel like your second home.
- Your Seoul Community
- Welcome Orientation
- Networking Opportunities
- Andong Trip
- Cooking Class
- A day wearing Hanbok
Your Seoul Community
With its incredible cultural scene, there’s nowhere quite like Seoul. Cutting-edge and enchanting by equal measure, you can indulge in a slower pace of life here, immersing yourself in the city’s remarkable heritage and history. Equally, you’re free to dance along to a vibrant K-pop beat as you explore Seoul’s youthful social scene.
As you live and work here, you’ll have a fantastic support network courtesy of your Beyond Community. From past interns who have been in your shoes to current interns to experience Seoul alongside. You’ll make fast friends – many make friends for life. So get the most out of your time in Seoul; attend dinners, socials and explore together.
Welcome Orientation
When you arrive, we’ll help you get familiar with Seoul as well as what awaits you on your upcoming Human Resources internship.
Networking Opportunities
While you’re busy experiencing living and working in Seoul, we’ll be searching for invitations to top industry networking events. Keep an eye out for your invite then head along to introduce yourself to other HR industry professionals!
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
You’ll be eager to discover what it’s like to live and work in Seoul. So we’ve put together a snapshot based on a typical 6-week human resources internship.
Weeks 1 & 2
After so much time anticipating and preparing for your time in Seoul, you can’t quite believe you’ve finally made it. So much awaits you! But first, meet us at Incheon International Airport so we can drop you off at your new accommodation.
Spend your first day in a way that suits you. Some interns like to sleep off the jet lag and kick back in their new home. While others prefer to get out there and discover their local Seoul neighborhood as quickly as possible. Whatever you choose, you’ll join us on day two for your comprehensive Seoul orientation. Next, meet your fellow interns; why not get to know each other over some tasty food?
You’ll be eager to dive into work, so introduce yourself to your new colleagues and get stuck in! After a busy first day, attending a community dinner is a good way to relax. If you had traditional Korean cuisine at your welcome dinner, why not branch out and try something international? Afterwards, take a moonlit walk along the Han River, or navigate Seoul’s high-tech public transport system to get home.
Your internship will be challenging, and no two days are ever the same when you’re working in HR. Many of our interns take an early skills workshop to get themselves up to scratch for their program. Join professional coaches and speakers as you sharpen your skills and improve yourself for the coming weeks.
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 time goes on, you’ll feel more settled in your HR internship. You’ve learned to quickly build strong relationships with a multitude of employees and clients, and you’re an administrative whiz. So now’s a good time to head out with your manager to a nearby café and review your progress.
With a huge population and business opportunities waiting round every corner, you’ve probably made new friends and business relationships already. To help you out, we’ll send out invitations to industry networking events. Head along and impress top industry leaders – you never know where a connection might lead.
Then it’s time to embark upon your second tour. Follow a guide as you discover Seoul’s fantastic food culture. Whether you’re sampling KFC or international fusion dishes, it will be a culinary delight. Learn about Seoul and its people through its cuisine.
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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