Global Internships in Paris, France

rooftop view of the City of Florence, with flat red roofs and the Duomo

Paris, the legendary "City of Light," is globally celebrated for its historic grandeur, artistic mastery, and role as a leading centerpiece of international commerce and culture. This iconic capital is a premier location for internships, providing participants with guaranteed placements in high-impact fields including fashion business, marketing, advertising, video production, and luxury brand management. With its dynamic economy and unparalleled concentration of world-class galleries, agencies, and multinational corporations, Paris is the ideal setting for those looking to sharpen their professional skills while immersing themselves in a sophisticated global network.

Internships are available for 8 weeks during the summer, offering a full-time professional experience alongside the scenic banks of the Seine. This program offers a refined balance of career advancement and unforgettable cultural exploration, from private cheese and wine tastings to excursions at the Palace of Versailles and the gardens of Claude Monet.

"Taking on the responsibility of an internship in a foreign country is unlike any other challenge but will provide the reward of learning." - Junior, Public Relations Major

2026 Summer Program Dates

Arrive:

Thur, May 28th, 2026

Depart:

Sat, Jul 25th, 2026

Program Provider:

AIFS

Apply By:

Sun, Mar 1st, 2026

Application

Program Brochure

Important Dates

Courses

All students are required to enroll in a 3-unit course, Work Experience Education, for the summer term through Skyline College.

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How to Apply

Application deadline is Sunday, March 1st, 2026. Applicants are selected, upon successful interview, until program is full. Please check out the full program timeline.

Info Sheet

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Yes, you can afford it! You may be eligible for a scholarship or to use your financial aid. All students accepted into the program are eligible to apply.

How to Pay

Internships in Paris: May 28 - July 25, 2026

Your exact internship is determined through a personalized one-on-one placement process as part of the application to the program. Students interning in Paris are placed with companies ranging from global organizations, multinationals, and small non-profits or start-ups in a variety of industry sectors. Top internship placement areas include:

Advertising
Art/Gallery
Business
Communications
Fashion Business/Fashion Marketing
Hospitality/Tourism/Travel
Marketing
Video Production

Your placement advisor works one-on-one with you to find an internship that matches your career goals, interests, and experience level. You are guaranteed an internship placement in your country of choice. However, some fields are challenging to find internship placements in, especially if your experience is limited. This program is recommended for students who want to gain professional work experience and build their intercultural skills in their fields of interest but are open to alternative placements if their first-choice field does not offer a placement.

Placement example:

Communications for Parisian Travel Agency

Editing and creating content (written, photo, video) for guests to receive in advance of their tour
Editing and creating content for the magazine (written, photo, video)
Assisting guides or in workshops with welcoming guests and equipment
Assiting in ensuring stocks of tour equipment are distributed
Auditing neighborhood guide information

Program Fees

The fees to participate in this program are broken down into:

Program fees: housing, advising, internship placement, orientations, cross-cultural activities program, professional development support, international medical and accident insurance and a variety of support services while abroad
Tuition (paid to Skyline College): for a three-unit degree-applicable course required for all Global Internship participants

For more detailed information about program fee inclusions, view the Program Info Sheet .

Category	Domestic Students	International Students
Program Fee (based on enrollment of one participant)	$8,290	$8,290
SMCCCD Tuition	$0 (San Mateo County Residents)	$422 per unit

Out-of-Pocket Expenses

In addition to the program fees and tuition outline above, you will need to budget for your out-of-pocket expenses. Below are estimated expenses; however, actual expenses will vary depending on your lifestyle and spending habits.

Estimated Expenses	Amount
International Airfare and Transportation	$1,100
Meals	$900
Personal Expenses	$1,500
Total Estimate Out-of-Pocket Expenses	$3,500

Program Eligibility

At the time of application to the program, you must satisfy the following program eligibility requirements:

Be 18 years of age or older
Have a cumulative GPA of 2.25 or higher (please note that certain majors may require a higher GPA; please inquire during your advising appointment)
Have completed a minimum of 30 units of college level coursework prior to program
It is your responsibility to obtain any necessary travel documentation for your program destination (i.e. passport, visa, etc). Your internship provider (EUSA) works with each student to complete visa paperwork as needed. This may require you to pay fees of up to a few hundred dollars depending on the type of paperwork required.