Why do an internship in Paris with CIEE?

Interning abroad is an enriching experience in many respects; in Paris, an internship will allow you to further immerse yourself in French culture while exploring your career interests. Here are a few key reasons to intern in Paris with CIEE:

#1 You will develop work experience in an international setting

Internships are essential for gaining hands-on professional experience and learning about the practices and expectations of the field you are interested in. By interning in Paris, you can build on this valuable insight by also acquiring experience in an international context. This will set you apart from the rest, as a job candidate who can adapt to different cultural and professional environments – especially in settings where English may not be the primary language. 

Whatever internship you choose in Paris will certainly be productive, as it will allow you to experiment within a given field and stand out on your resume as a job seeker with global internship experience. 

#2 You will acquire valuable intercultural communication skills

Interning in Paris will provide you with skills that will serve you well in any work environment. Adapting to a different cultural setting -- in this case, the Parisian work culture -- develops important communication skills that will help you navigate the professional world and operate effectively in a variety of different contexts and domains.

The deeper intercultural understanding that you will gain from interning abroad in Paris will hone your ability to connect and be flexible, qualities that will make you stand out in any field. Your time in an internship abroad will also allow you to grow your global network, which will broaden your possibilities as you enter the working world.

#3 You will be able to immerse yourself more fully in Parisian culture

Your time abroad in Paris is an opportunity to develop not only academically and professionally, but also culturally. Doing an internship during your time with CIEE will deepen this cultural experience, offering you a view into daily Parisian life and work practices. Interning in Paris is a unique way to make the most of your time abroad.

Explore CIEE internship opportunities in Paris!

CIEE students have access to a broad range of internship options in Paris, suited to different interests and needs (and many of these internships will count towards your college credits). Whether you want to do a full-time internship program or a part-time internship while you study in Paris, check out our Internship Search Tool to see the many opportunities CIEE offers!