International Internships (i-Intern)

NUS Summer International Internship Program in Paris

What is this programme about?

European Study Abroad (EUSA), is an international, non-profit study abroad organization that places nearly 2,000 students in comprehensive academic internship programs each year spanning North America and Europe, and across a broad spectrum of industries.  NUS Summer Internship Program in Paris provides unpaid academic internship placements in a variety of fields in Paris, France.  EUSA strives to find the best fit placement for each of students.  The highlight of the EUSA Summer Internship in Paris is a family home stay component which is designed to provide interns with opportunities to practice their French language daily and obtain first-hand exposure to French culture.

When does the programme take place?

May 15 – July 13, 2013 (8 weeks)

Where does it take place?

Paris, France

What is the internship content?

Multi-disciplinary across all faculties 35 hours of internship per week Monday-Friday. Academic credit MAY be available. Credit for the internship is strictly at the student’s discretion.               Students interested in obtaining credit must work with their faculty for credit mapping. IRO does not apply for credit transfer on the students’ behalf. While students might encounter some amount of English in their internships (written or verbal), French is the main medium of communication at internship sites.

 

Internship Industry Sectors (download)

This one page document gives a quick overview of the industries in which EUSA Paris has placed students in the past. It is important to note that EUSA works one-on-one with students to match them to their internship. Based on a student’s prior experience, skill set, and area of interest, EUSA will find an internship opportunity that best matches given the opportunities available. Should students have an interest in an industry not listed on this page, please do not hesitate to contact IRO program manager.

EUSA Internship Placement Process (download)

After IRO nomination, EUSA will contact you and ask you to provide your CV (formatted for Paris workplace) and an essay (in French, download Essay Prompt here) in preparation for your placement meeting.

Each participant will have an individual placement meeting with a member of EUSA Placement Team. These meetings will take place via Skype/telephone or in EUSA office in Paris if you are already in France. Your placement meeting will last anywhere from 15-30 minutes based on your questions and preparation.

What is the student accommodation?

Interns will be staying with their host family in Paris area throughout the program. Students who secure accommodation of their own in Paris have the option of opting out of home stay housing provided by EUSA to lower programme costs.

How much does the programme cost?

Programme fee for 8 week program is US $6,466 per student.

The programme fee includes:

8 week internship Home stay accommodation Orientation and cultural activities Full-time on-site support and emergency assistance Individual telephone pre-placement meetings in French with each participating student Third party liability insurance for each student

An estimate of living expenses below should give a good indication of cost for a 8.5 week program. Please note, these are estimated expenses and actual expenses may differ based on price shifts and personal spending habits.

Air fare	S1,500
Visa	S$100
Insurance	S$80
Program fee (accommodation included)	US $5,832
Meals	S$700
Local Transportation	S$100
Personal Spending	S$500
Total of program fee and living expenses estimate for 8.5 week program	S$10,500

 

Is financial assistance available?

Yes. Students are eligible to apply for the NASA Enhancement Awards.

How many placements available?

05

What are the eligibility requirements?

Any Faculty Full-time student status CAP of 3.0 or above Students must have completed at least one year of study by start of internship All students are required to have the equivalent of fifth-semester college level French proficiency in order to participate in the program (level intermediate 1 or B1). All internships are in French.

 

Is a visa required?

EUSA will assist in providing documentation needed to apply for a visa. Students are to consult the Embassy of France in Singapore to determine if a visa is required and to apply for an entry visa if needed. 

Embassy of France to Singapore
101-103 Cluny Park Road 
Singapore 259595 
Tel: (65) 68 80 78 00

Students are responsible for ensuring that they have proper entry documents for all countries they plan to visit as part of this programme.

How do I apply?

The following application document should be sent to iroctm@nus.edu.sg.

Applications and Required Documents:

IRO Programme Application Form French Language Evaluation Form CV Essay (in French) NUS unofficial transcripts

Application Deadline: 27 February 2013

Who do I contact for more information?

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