Bon Voyage!! Welcome to the incredibly gorgeous country of France!  Broaden your professional and cultural experience by working for a company in France. Cultural Embrace works with our partners in France to arrange wonderful internship opportunities for you.  We pre-arrange your internship offer before you depart so that you can travel to France with peace of mind. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to develop your language, business, and interpersonal skills.

The program is aimed for individuals or groups that have at least an intermediate level of French. We offer a wide variety of internship placements, including but not limited to:  advertising, computer/IT, sales, marketing, general business, engineering, import/export, insurance, finance, education, media, travel/tourism, and social services. Your level of responsibility will vary according to your level of French and work experience.

The minimum amount of time needed for this program is one month.  There is an option to take French language classes prior to your placement if you need to brush up on your French skills. Most internships are unpaid, however many companies reward some sort of bonus or stipend for long-term interns. Expect to work 30-40 hours per week and a five-day work week. 

Discover the Similarities…Share the Differences!

• Practical international work experience in your field of interest
• A reference from your employer upon completion of your term  
• An opportunity to broaden your perspective and worldview
• An opportunity to participate in and learn local cultural activities (e.g.: sports, music, cooking)
• Memorable travel experiences with the chance to see exotic sites you have always dreamed about 
• The ability to make lifelong friends from around the globe
• A valuable work experience that strengthens your resume, exhibiting your diligence, independence, and intercultural experiences 
• A great way to develop and support your self-confidence and interpersonal skills

Cultural Embrace Offers:

• Guaranteed Internship Offer Prior to Departure
  Cultural Embrace guarantees an internship offer that matches your requested preferences.  
• Housing Assistance
  Cultural Embrace can pre-arrange your accommodations prior to your arrival in France. In most areas, there are two types of housing available: Family Homestays and Student Residences. We can also assist in the booking of Budget Hotels/Hostels and rental apartments.   
• Visa Assistance
  Cultural Embrace will assist you with information to obtain a visa from French immigration, but we have no control nor the ability to guarantee government issuance and/or visa availability.
• Arrival Assistance 
  An optional airport or train station pick-up and transfer is available.
• Travel Insurance:  Basic Major Medical Coverage 
  Our policy provides basic medical coverage. Cultural Embrace highly recommends additional travel insurance.
• Cultural Embrace Kit
  Useful tips, advice, and information to prepare you for the amazing adventure of living and working abroad.
• Full-time Representation
  Cultural Embrace provides representation in the United States and France prior to, during, and after your placement.

• You must be at least 18 years of age 
• You must be a current university student majoring in a field related to your desired internship field
• You must have intermediate or advanced French language skill (French lessons available)
• Open to foreign cultures and living abroad
• High level of responsibility
• Dedication to the full term of commitment  

Starting Date: 1st & 3rd Mondays of the month
Locations:  France: Paris-Bretigny, Brittany-Saint Malo, Atlantic Coast-Arcachon, Mediterranean-Montpellier, Provence-La Ciotat
Included: Internship placement, orientation, training, evaluation, and,  assessment.  Support & contact throughout program

*Please note prices are subject to change according to world currency exchange rates
**Prices listed in US Dollars, and AUD$, CAN$, £,€ accepted

1. Obtain the Intern Abroad Application Forms & Procedures documents in one of three ways:

(a) Download the forms:  Intern Form (pdf).  Intern in France Program Details and FAQ (pdf).

(b) Fill out an online application request form and the forms will be mailed to you within 7-10 days.

(c) Call Cultural Embrace at 1-512-469-9089 or 1-888-214-8570 (US toll-free) to have the forms mailed to you in 7-10 days. 

2. Read the instructions carefully and complete all forms.

3. Submit your completed application packet to:

             CULTURAL EMBRACE
             7201 Bill Hughes Road
             Austin, TX 78745 USA

Completed packet should include:

• Intern Program Application
• Signed Work/Intern Agreement
• Copy of your passport (information page only)
• University/College transcript (official please)
• Copies of diploma or certificates related to field of interest (if applicable)
• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter in French describing your field of work and why you want to pursue an internship
• Proof of skill level of French language
• Two References: preferably professional and/or character references
• Doctor’s Certificate verifying that you are in excellent mental and physical health
• Copy of Police Clearance (obtainable from your community's local police station) 
• Four 1½" x 2" official passport-size photos, signed on the back
• One smiling full-length photo of yourself
• US$200 non-refundable deposit (credited towards your program fee)