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Study + Internship in Paris

About the Program

The Study + Internship program in Paris is designed for students who are aspiring professionals that want to distinguish themselves in an evolving global job market. The program allows you to make progress toward your academic degree and remain on track for graduation, while developing the top skills employers want you to gain by the time you enter the job market. During the program, you will intern at a local host organization while also taking our mandatory Global Internship Course and additional courses. Our diverse range of courses will provide you with a platform to excel academically, and your personalized internship placement will help you acquire professional experience from a global perspective and learn from professionals in an international context. Program options are dependent upon location, but may include: Semester, Summer, Part-Time and Full-Time Internships, and English and host language speaking placements. Learn more about the options and benefits of a CEA CAPA internship.

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Requirements

Overview

Location:

Paris

Dates:

1/6/25 - 4/27/25

Price:

$20,995

Credits:

12 - 15

Deadlines

Apply By:

10/1/24

Withdraw By:

11/1/24

Requirements

Internship Assessment Form
Complete Application
Program Participation Agreement
Statement of Interest
Transcript - Unofficial
CV/Resume
$95 Online Application Fee

Eligibility

Other:

Must be in good academic and disciplinary standing at your home institution.

Other:

By start of program, must be at least 18 years of age.

Education
Completed:

At time of application, must have completed at least 1 year of full-time undergraduate coursework at a higher education institution.

Course Prerequisites:

Some courses may have prerequisites.

Minimum
GPA:

2.5

Other:

At time of application, must be either currently enrolled as a degree-seeking undergraduate student or have graduated in the last 6 months with an undergraduate degree from an accredited US higher education institution.

Other:

Students enrolled in an institution in Canada or Mexico are eligible if the home institution accepts a US transcript and credits.

Foreign Language
Proficiency:

English-speaking placements are available.

Additional Internship Documents (As Requested)

Please note, your French proficiency will be assessed, and you will need to submit your Resume and Statement of Interest in English and French.
We recommend a minimum of 5 semesters of French for this program. Some Placements may require native French or native English fluency or equivalent due to internship responsibilities. If you are a native French speaker, we highly encourage you to communicate and showcase this within the application process.
You may be required to submit additional documents, depending on the needs of your CEA CAPA Global Internship Program. A CEA CAPA representative will reach out to you after you have submitted your initial application to collect any additional documents we might need.
These additional documents may include, but are not limited to:
  • A professional portfolio
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Police Background checks: If you are applying for a placement working with vulnerable populations or children, or if CEA CAPA identifies a placement opportunity with or connected to such an organization, most likely you will be required to complete a police background check in the US and the host country for certain locations.

Internship Career Field(s)

Advertising , Business , Communication , Digital Arts , Fashion , Film & Television , Journalism , Marketing , Non Profit Administration , Public Relations , Sales , Tourism

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Where You'll Study

CEA CAPA Paris Center

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12-15

Credits

Program Structure & Courses

For your CEA CAPA Study + Internship program, you will simultaneously intern at your host organization, take our mandatory Global Internship Course, and take additional elective courses. Your internship work schedule will be established once you arrive. It will be structured around your course schedule and may vary depending on your career field and host organization. 

Internship Placement Duration and Hours:
You will intern at your host organization for a total of 8 weeks, not including any agreed upon break-week periods. Throughout your program, you will work 20 hours per week (160 hours total) and will likely intern during standard business hours Mondays-Fridays. Your placement may include in-person, remote, and hybrid work depending on the needs of your host organization.

Global Internship Course:
You will take the Global Internship Course alongside your internship placement. This professional development course is designed to accompany your placement so you can make the most of your internship abroad. You will learn how to understand and articulate the value of your internship through the lens of NACE Career Readiness Competencies that employers crave, which will help you stand out to future employers and graduate schools. You will also engage in live cultural discussions that will enhance your global perspective and intercultural awareness between your program location and the U.S. The course comprises of reading, writing, and verbal assignments, including building an e-portfolio, completing mock interviews, developing your online professional presence, giving a final presentation, conducting industry field research work, and more. You can also take advantage of additional CEA CAPA mentoring and career preparation workshops to complement what you learn in the course.

Credit Options:
You will receive academic credit for your internship abroad via the Global Internship Course and your performance at your internship placement. You can enroll in the course for 3 credits, and you will complete 20 hours per week (160 hours total) at your internship placement.

  • 3 credits: minimum 160 placement hours (20 hours per week) + Global Internship Course (1.5 hours every week in class)

Additional Elective Courses
In addition to taking the Global Internship Course and completing your internship placement, you will choose 3-4 CEA CAPA course to take from the catalog of course options available to you. If you choose the Early Start option in the fall semester, you will also take 1 CEA CAPA language course. By taking elective courses to complement the internship portion of your program, you will be able to make progress toward your degree and graduation requirements, maximize your learning, and gain a richer cultural experience while you are abroad. 

Each elective course is 3 credits and will meet for 45 contact hours. Elective courses generally meet at various times, Monday-Thursday; however required active learning components may be scheduled on Fridays. Please keep this in mind, as you will be expected to prioritize your courses over any personal travel on Fridays.

Elective courses meet for 45 contact hours/3 credits. Overall, you may earn 12-15 credits. Given the demands of your internship, the Global Internship Course, and your elective courses, we recommend enrolling in a total of 12 credits. We also encourage you to discuss the total credits you plan to take with your home institution. If you choose the Early Start option in the fall semester, you may earn 15-18 credits. 

NACE-Certified Career Coaching & Internship Placement Process
Once you’ve submitted your application and required documents for your internship program, your career development adventure will begin! You will be assigned your very own NACE-Certified Career Coach, who will work with you one-on-one throughout pre-departure to guide you through the steps and deadlines of our Internship Placement Process. Your Coach will be your main point of contact for your internship prior to your departure. They will be happy to answer any questions you might have, and will also provide you with personalized career coaching, as needed, so you are set up for success for your internship abroad.

In addition to working with your Career Coach, during the Internship Placement Process you will engage with your In-Country International Internship Coordinator in your location and your potential host site supervisor. Your International Internship Coordinator will draw from your application materials to source and match you with a personalized internship placement that best aligns with your unique experience, skills, career interests, and goals for your internship abroad. Please also note, your host site supervisor will retain the final decision on the finalization of your placement, so it’s important to approach your interview with your host site supervisor with maturity, adaptability, curiosity, and commitment to both your career interests and the host organization.

All Levels Course Structure

Courses

The host institution has offered the following courses in the past. Please note that course listings will not be finalized until the start of the term.

*Courses with an asterisk indicate that the course has been associated with multiple subject areas.
Please click on the course title to view additional subject areas and detailed course information.

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Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Global Internship Course 400 En 22 3
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Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
International Business 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Communication & Global Competence 300 En 45 3
Mass Media & the Fashion Industry * 300 En 45 3
Media & Democracy in the Digital Age 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Food & Culture in France * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Travel Writing in Paris 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Paris Fashion Trend Forecasting & Analysis 300 En 45 3
Visual Fashion Merchandising 200 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Business Finance 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Advanced French 300 Fr 45 3
Beginning French I 100 Fr 45 3
Beginning French II 100 Fr 45 3
Intermediate French I 200 Fr 45 3
Intermediate French II 200 Fr 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Globalization: Politics, Culture & Global Governance * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Consumer Behavior 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Photography in Paris 300 En 45 3

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Where You'll Stay

*Housing options may change and will be confirmed on the housing application form prior to the start of the term. Below are the housing options that have been offered in the past.

Excursions

Get out and explore! Excursions are offered for most semester, year, and summer programs. Semester students are typically offered between two to three excursions and summer study students are typically offered between one to two excursions. You'll receive a calendar of excursions during orientation; here are a few day and overnight excursions we've offered in the past.

What's Included in your Program

From housing to excursions, our programs include a variety of inclusions to enhance your study abroad experience! Here are examples that may be available in Paris. Inclusions vary by program – please contact our Enrollment and Advising team to find out what options are available for you.

  • Personalized Pre-Departure Advising
  • Visa & Immigration Advising
  • Financial Advising
  • Tuition and Registration
  • Airport Pick-up
  • Onsite Orientation
  • City Tour
  • Onsite Staff Support
  • 24/7 Emergency Assistance
  • Travel Medical Insurance
  • International Emergency Service Support
  • Welcome & Farewell Events
  • Centrally Located Housing
  • Wellness Activities
  • Cultural Engagement
  • Language Exchanges
  • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Excursions
  • Student Clubs & Organizations
  • Host Institution Services & Amenities
  • Official Transcript(s)

Sample Calendar

Below is a tentative itinerary for your program. Please note, dates and events below may change without prior notification. Contact CEA CAPA before purchasing airline tickets.

You will receive a finalized itinerary once you arrive onsite.

Note: Additional cultural activities/excursions or required course-related activities may be incorporated into your final itinerary. You are advised not to make personal travel arrangements until you have the final dates.

Date Description
January 06
Arrival/Program Begins

Official Program Start Date. Students must arrive in Paris on this date.
January 07 - 10
Orientation

Mandatory CEA CAPA Orientation will be held.
January 13
Classes Begin

Classes begin at the CEA CAPA Paris Center on this day.
January 17
Drop/Add Deadline

This is the last day to drop and/or add classes at CEA CAPA Paris Center.
February 24 - 28
School Break

CEA CAPA Paris Center is closed for Spring Break. No classes will be held.
March 21
Course Withdrawal Deadline

This is the last day on which students can withdraw from a course at the CEA CAPA Paris Center and receive a "W". 
April 17
Classes End

This is the last day of classes at CEA CAPA Paris Center.
April 18
Cultural Activity

Reflections Abroad Conference will be held at CEA CAPA Paris Center.
April 19 - 25
Final Exams

Final exams will be held at CEA CAPA Paris Center.(excluding Sunday)
April 21
Holiday

National Holiday, Easter Monday. No classes will be held.
April 27
Program Ends/Move-Out

Official Program End Date. Students must move out of housing no later than this day (Sunday)

Sample Budget

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This budget contains costs that you can take to your financial aid office. Please note that amounts may fluctuate; we've included a range of costs.

Federal law allows the use of financial aid to cover "reasonable" costs of study abroad including round-trip transportation, tuition and fees for the program, living costs, passport and visa fees, health insurance, and more.

Please note that all costs and charges listed below are subject to change without notice. With the exception of Program Price, all costs are estimates and may vary.

Description Low-Cost High-Cost
Program Fee
Tuition and fees, registration, orientation, airport pickup, welcome and farewell receptions, housing, official transcript, cultural excursions/activities, student support services, CEA On-site Staff and administrative costs.
$20,995
$20,995
International Airfare & Transfers
Cost varies depending on time of purchase, point of origin and time of travel.
$700
$1,500
Immigration Requirements
Includes passport and additional requirements such as visa, entry and exit fees, French Carte de Séjour, French University Administrative Fee (if applicable), or Italian Permesso di Soggiorno.
$455
$455
Books, Materials and Supplies
Includes books, school supplies, art supplies, and course fees. Does not include fees or supplies for optional courses. This cost varies depending on the course choices of the student.
$210
$840
Meals

Includes the average expected cost for meals in housing option without a meal plan, such as daily groceries and eating out at restaurants. 
$4,032
$6,272
Personal Expenses
Includes telephone, laundry, local transportation, personal necessities and upfront payments for potential doctor visits. Please note, certain locations may require deposits to secure spots in CEA organized activities and excursions (deposits are returned at the end of the program if student attends activities/excursions or cancels participation before set deadlines). Some of these costs vary according to the spending habits of the student.
$490
$1,225
Travel Expenses
Includes additional travel outside of CEA excursions. This cost varies according to the spending habits of the student.
$2,016
$3,584
TOTAL EXPENSES $28,898 $34,871