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CIEE HS Summer Abroad: Engineering & Aerospace in Toulouse
Reach for the sky in the European capital of air and space industries. Explore air and space engineering in the vibrant cradle of future technologies, Toulouse. Feast your earthbound eyes on supersonic airliners, rockets, and space stations. Get insights from engineers on how to address global challenges, like sustainable transportation or the energy crisis, through engineering. Work with other Global Navigators to define a real-world problem and design a solution. Then, put your solutions to the test modeling them in computer simulations! Through expert instruction and exclusive tours of cutting-edge facilities, enter the cockpits of the industry. Get inspired to become an astronaut, aerospace engineer, or astronomer, and discover where your love of flight can take you. Meet local teens pursuing careers in aerospace. In La Ville Rose—“the pink city,” as Toulouse is known due to the color of its buildings—get a taste of southern France, its food, and its culture. Excursions take you to Carcassonne, a medieval fortified city and World Heritage site, to the natural park of Haut Languedoc for hiking through the French countryside, and more.
Reach for the sky in the European capital of air and space industries. Explore air and space engineering in the vibrant cradle of future technologies, Toulouse. Feast your earthbound eyes on supersonic airliners, rockets, and space stations. Get insights from engineers on how to address global challenges, like sustainable transportation or the energy crisis, through engineering. Work with other Global Navigators to define a real-world problem and design a solution. Then, put your solutions to the test modeling them in computer simulations! Through expert instruction and exclusive tours of cutting-edge facilities, enter the cockpits of the industry. Get inspired to become an astronaut, aerospace engineer, or astronomer, and discover where your love of flight can take you. Meet local teens pursuing careers in aerospace. In La Ville Rose—“the pink city,” as Toulouse is known due to the color of its buildings—get a taste of southern France, its food, and its culture. Excursions take you to Carcassonne, a medieval fortified city and World Heritage site, to the natural park of Haut Languedoc for hiking through the French countryside, and more.
Program Highlights
Paddle your way down the Garonne River on a kayak with your fellow Global Navigators.
Step into the manufacturing plant at Airbus and see the A380 and A350 under construction, and then go behind the scenes to the final assembly line for a peek at what’s next in aerospace innovation.
Stay at an eco-lodge in the Haut Languedoc Natural Park, go hiking across undulating hills and meadows, and cross a footbridge 200 feet high to a medieval village.
Climb aboard the history of aviation at the Aeroscopia, see the Super Guppy and sleek Concorde, then walk on the moon and behold Earth from outer space at La Cité de l’Espace.
Cross the stone bridge into the fortified city of Carcassonne and feel the Middle Ages around you, tour the chateau and ramparts, and take in the magnificent views!
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Quick Details
- Toulouse, France
- 2-4 Weeks
- Summer
- Experiential Learning
- American
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Building rockets and parachutes!
September 25, 2024by: Elizabeth R.It's an amazing experience, and also fun. It lets you interact with the culture of other countries and also meet new people who are very nice and welcoming. I loved building a rocket with my friends that went at least 500 meters and deploying a pretty good parachute.
Program Details
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Locations
- Toulouse, France
Types and Subjects
- Focus Areas
- Experiential Learning
Availability
Years Offered: 2026
- 2-4 Weeks
- Summer
Age Requirement
14-17
Guidelines
- American
Starts At
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Some Program Activity Costs
- Travel Insurance
- On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
- Emergency Support
Accommodation Options
- Group living
- Other
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- High School Freshman (1st Year)
- High School Sophomore (2nd Year)
- High School Junior (3rd Year)
- High School Senior (4th Year)
- High School 5th Year or More
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
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Reach for the sky in the European capital of air and space industries. Explore air and space engineering in the vibrant cradle of future technologies, Toulouse. Feast your earthbound eyes on supersonic airliners, rockets, and space stations. Get insights from engineers on how to address global challenges, like sustainable transportation or the energy crisis, through engineering. Work with other Global Navigators to define a real-world problem and design a solution. Then, put your solutions to the test modeling them in computer simulations! Through expert instruction and exclusive tours of cutting-edge facilities, enter the cockpits of the industry. Get inspired to become an astronaut, aerospace engineer, or astronomer, and discover where your love of flight can take you. Meet local tee...
CIEE High School Abroad
CIEE High School Abroad
Ready to Learn More?
Reach for the sky in the European capital of air and space industries. Explore air and space engineering in the vibrant cradle of future technologies, Toulouse. Feast your earthbound eyes on supersonic airliners, rockets, and space stations. Get insights from engineers on how to address global challenges, like sustainable transportation or the energy crisis, through engineering. Work with other Global Navigators to define a real-world problem and design a solution. Then, put your solutions to the test modeling them in computer simulations! Through expert instruction and exclusive tours of cutting-edge facilities, enter the cockpits of the industry. Get inspired to become an astronaut, aerospace engineer, or astronomer, and discover where your love of flight can take you. Meet local tee...
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