Description

Earn credit and gain international work experience at the same time.

ELI's Study-Internship program in Paris, France is an excellent opportunity for students and recent graduates to combine academic credit and international work experience at some of Paris' most predominant organizations.

The Study and Internship Program in Paris is:

* Semester program of study abroad
* Opportunity for field study
* Academic internship program
* Recognized for academic credit by a number of leading American colleges and universities

The program starts with an interactive five-week thorough training to prepare students for success in the French work place. It combines lectures with debates, projects, workshops and site visits. Once students complete the training program, they start working with a team of French professionals in their area of interest where they will be conducting field research for their final project. Typically, US universities offer between 12 and 15 credit hours for the entire program. This program is for serious students with a strong command of the French language. During the application process students indicate their field of interest. ELI participants are regularly placed with:

* Art History and Cultural Affairs - Culture Ministry, Sotheby's, Louvre, The Foundation Center, Cervantes Institute
* Business and Economics - Trade Bureau of Overseas Military, Finance Ministry, Observatory of Macroeconimic Trends and Forecasting, Atos Origin (consulting firm)
* Human Rights and Development - Human Rights League, Medecins du Monde, Paris City Hall, UNICEF, FIDH
* Social Issues - Public Housing Office, Social Affairs Ministry, SOS Racisme, Association of Turkish Workers
* Environmental, Ecological and Urban Studies - Les Verts (French Green Party), Paris City Workshop for Urban Studies, Federated Regional Public Transportation Authority, European Parliament, National federation of Regional Natural Parks
* Performing Arts - National Dance Center, Diapason Magazine, The Paris Opera, Comedie Francaise, Theatre Ouvert
* Education - ONISEP, French National Council, Federation of Associations of Support for Immigrant Workers, Foundation for Political Innovations (think tank), and neighborhood Parisien schools
* Engineering and Science - Center for Biomedical Research, CRIPS (AIDS prevention), National Personalized Medical File Projects, Ministry of Health, various architectural firms
* International and European Affairs - National Assembly, Overseas Ministry, Center for the Study of Politics - Sciences Po Paris, European Policy and Research Center, Robert Schuman Foundation, Notre Europe (think tank), Forum Alternative Europeennes

This is an academic program built around an internship. Participants gain an exceptional amount of experience to put on your resume and a true understanding of the French culture.

Highlights

* Become fluent in French
* Gain concrete experience of a working French institution
* Flexible housing options
* Academic credit
* Professional contacts
* Intellectually challenging

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Qualifications

* 3.0 out of 4.0 GPA
* Strong French Language Skills. Students need to be able to present oneself and express some ideas in French. They need to have be able to read and write at an intermediate level.
* A sophomore or higher at university or college, or recent graduate

Intern Types

Languages

• French

Subject Areas

• Economics
• European Studies (includes Politics)
• History
• Internship Programs
• Political Science/politics

Cost in US$:

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Program Fees Include:

This program includes the following:
* Pre-departure advising
* Visa assistance
* Internship placement
* Assistance in finding housing
* Transcript

Salary/Pay

Unpaid

Experience Required

yes

students need to have a strong command of the French language prior to being accepted into the program.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Independent living

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Transcript
• Written Application
• Resume
• Other

ELI-Experiential Learning International's Mission Statement

ELI's full name, Experiential Learning International, reflects our philosophy. We believe that the most compelling life lessons come through experience, and that international experiences are among the most profound influences on our sense of self and our view of the world. ELI facilitates flexible international learning programs for independent travelers by partnering with local organizations to give participants the opportunity to experience and contribute to sustainable ongoing local projects throughout the world.

Year Founded

2001