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Summer Intern + Study Abroad

Study Program Part-Time Internship
Overview

Your CIEE Summer Intern and Study Abroad program in Toulouse lasts 6 weeks and features three key components: A part-time internship with an international organization (15-20 hours per week), an internship seminar, and a 3-credit academic course taught online through CIEE’s global academic partner, ASU. Enhance your experience with cultural and extracurricular activities while building career skills, expanding your professional network, and immersing yourself in French culture. Live, learn, and work in Toulouse! 

Unique Experiences 

Contribute to public outreach campaigns

for local government initiatives and community programs

Support research and policy analysis

at a regional government office or public administration agency

Help organize diplomatic and cultural events

for international relations and municipal partnerships

Experience
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Your Intern and Study Abroad Destination in Toulouse

Toulouse is France’s dynamic, innovative city, celebrated for its rich history, unique blend of French and Occitan cultures, and cutting-edge aerospace and engineering industries. Known as "La Ville Rose" for its distinctive pink-hued architecture, Toulouse is home to world-class museums, charming cafés, bustling markets, and a thriving arts scene. Whether you are majoring in business, science, engineering, technology, communications, psychology, health sciences, liberal arts, language, or fine arts, Toulouse is the perfect place to study or intern abroad.

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Program Highlights

  • Internship Placements: CIEE offers the largest inventory of internship placements that align with your career aspirations.
  • Elective Courses: Choose from online courses delivered by CIEE’s global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major.
  • Workshops: Enhance your resume and interview skills while immersing yourself in French business culture through an internship and workshops that build practical skills, foster cultural competence, and expand your network.
  • Company Visits: Visit a digitally native company, a consulting firm, or a local non-profit foundation to gain an in-depth understanding of the work environment in France. 
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Excursions & Activities 

CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in Toulouse will open doors for you to explore France’s rich diversity, language, culture, history, contemporary trends, vibrant art, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.       

Samples of past excursions and activities:   

  • Visit Saint Sernin Basilica, the largest remaining Romanesque building in Europe   
  • Learn how to make France’s world-famous pastries  
  • Enjoy rowing on the Garonne River   

Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.  

Housing

Housing & Meals

Housing

CIEE Toulouse offers a variety of housing options to ensure you are comfortable in your home away from home. From homestays to residence halls, all housing has direct access to plenty of shopping, supermarkets, restaurants, and public transportation. All housing is within a 30- to 40-minute commute of CIEE Toulouse.    

  • Standard Housing: Includes an individual room in the home of a French family, with or without another CIEE student. Students share meals (breakfast and dinner on weekdays; all meals on weekends) and common spaces with the host family. Homestays are located under 40 minutes from CIEE Toulouse.    
  • Select Housing: Includes a single room with a private bathroom and shared kitchen in a residence hall. Residence halls are located under 30 minutes from CIEE Toulouse. Select housing requires an additional fee.    

A note: The default criterion to assign housing is first-come, first-served; however, other factors may also be considered. If we cannot accommodate your first housing choice, we'll let you know before you arrive. Non-standard housing options require an additional fee that can be found in the program Dates and Fees.  

Meals

  • Homestays: Students have breakfast and dinner with their host families on weekdays (they are responsible for lunch) and all meals on weekends.   
  • Residence Halls: Meals are not included. 

Transportation

Commuting time from housing to your internship will depend on your internship provider's location.  

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Standard Homestay

Single room

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Select Residence Hall

Single room

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Meals

Crepes

Academics

Academics

CIEE Toulouse: Study in the middle of Toulouse's vibrant center near all main commercial facilities and cultural sites. CIEE Toulouse boasts three classrooms and an academic advising office.

Arizona State University (ASU): Brought to you by CIEE in partnership with ASU, enhance your international coursework with optional online classes that align with your degree requirements. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous 6-week sessions that fit within the CIEE academic calendar. 

GPA

2.5

Language Requirements

There are no specific language requirements for this program.

Additional Requirements

Please refer to the detailed Program Essential Eligibility Criteria. 

Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for CIEE courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors. Your study abroad advisor and CIEE staff can help you understand your course options if you don't see a recommendation that fits your course needs.

Requirements

All Intern + Study Abroad in Toulouse students take the required 3-credit part-time internship with the embedded internship seminar plus one additional ASU online course for a total of 6-7 semester credits.   

Program Credit

Total Credit: 6-7 U.S. semester /9-10.5 quarter credits  

Course Credit

  • CIEE Internship: 3 U.S. semester credits/4.5 quarter credits: 45 hours of in-person and asynchronous online learning activities and 100-120 hours at the internship placement  
  • ASU Online Courses: 3-4 U.S. semester/4.5-6 quarter credits; 45-60 contact hours 

Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for CIEE courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors. Your study abroad advisor and CIEE staff can help you understand your course options if you don't see a recommendation that fits your course needs.

Academic Culture

CIEE offers a focused and immersive experience for students, blending rigorous coursework with hands-on learning opportunities to deepen understanding of both academic subjects and the local culture. 

CIEE courses are designed to follow U.S. academic culture and standards. The required internship seminar is a hybrid course, featuring both in-person sessions and online asynchronous activities.  

In addition to lectures, most CIEE courses often incorporate local co-curricular activities, providing students with firsthand exposure to the rich cultural heritage and diverse landscapes. These experiences not only enhance academic learning but also foster a deeper appreciation and understanding of the local context. 

Attendance is mandatory in CIEE courses. This emphasizes the importance of active participation and engagement in the learning process, encouraging students to fully commit to their academic pursuits. 

ASU Courses: Most ASU online courses are asynchronous. You may find yourself in classes with students from ASU, other American universities, and students from around the world. You’ll receive direct and individualized support from faculty, 100% online. 

Class Format

Students participate in a six-week CIEE part-time in-person internship and required academic course taught in a hybrid learning environment, featuring both in-person class sessions and online asynchronous work. 

CIEE classes are for CIEE students only. Classes are small, typically with up to 15 students per class, and emphasize communication and work in small groups. Instruction is supported and augmented online with our learning management system, Canvas. 

ASU online courses meet in “sessions” that are 6-weeks long in the semester, and all work must be completed within the session dates regardless of when your other CIEE courses begin or end. 

Grading

CIEE reports all final course grades to students’ home institutions using a U.S. letter grade equivalent scale of A-F (ASU grade scale is A+ through E). For CIEE-administered courses, students’ grades are based on several different assignments and activities related to the academic course, including but not limited to: Engagement with the course materials, online participation forums, reflection papers, and written exams. In the context of internships, besides the specific deliverables outlined in the syllabus and the completion of 100-120 work hours, feedback from the internship supervisor is also taken into consideration. Internship supervisors and students each provide written evaluations of progress towards goals. 

ASU grading follows the same format and standards as ASU courses taught in-person. 

Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for CIEE courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors. Your study abroad advisor and CIEE staff can help you understand your course options if you don't see a recommendation that fits your course needs.

Language of Instruction

English

Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for CIEE courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors. Your study abroad advisor and CIEE staff can help you understand your course options if you don't see a recommendation that fits your course needs.

Courses

Course Information

CIEE proudly partners with ASU to deliver asynchronous, 100% online coursework that aligns with your degree requirements from anywhere you study abroad.

CIEE and ASU offer courses online per program eligibility, at no additional charge. Be sure to review online courses with your home school advisor.

Check the CIEE Program Dates and ASU start dates below to maximize course options within your program! 

Search ASU Online Courses BROWSE FAQs for more INFO

 

Program Options

Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
"(GI)" denotes courses that originated at CIEE's Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple CIEE sites.

Internships

Discover Internship Opportunities

We're excited you're considering this program! Next, explore the types of internships you can choose from for an epic internship abroad with CIEE Study Abroad.

Explore Industry Options

Toulouse features a vibrant work scene with a special focus on its aerospace, engineering, science, technology, and research sectors. The city is home to numerous coworking spaces, incubators, tech startups, and education and research institutions, fostering a community of innovation and collaboration. 

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Education and Training

Experience international teaching methodologies and curriculum development in classrooms around Jordan, Spain, and more.

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Health Science

Immerse yourself in global healthcare systems to study cross-border medical practices and address public health challenges.

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Hospitality and Tourism

Polish your hospitality management skills by studying global tourism practices, customer service excellence, and more.

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Human Services

Deepen your knowledge of human services through social welfare work, community development, and international advocacy.

Browse Internship Opportunities

Explore internship placements available through this program to find the right fit for your academic and professional goals.

Find Internship Options

Disclaimer: Internship placements are subject to availability and host employer hiring discretion. Application and payment of CIEE fees does not guarantee specific placement. This internship listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party.

Dates & Fees

What's Included

Tuition

Housing

Pre-departure Advising

Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions

Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet

Orientation

Introduction to your program plus practical information about living in your host city

On-site Staff

Full-time program leadership and support in your city

Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities

Excursions and/or Study Tours

Travel Protection

CIEE iNext travel protection

24/7 emergency on-site support

Staff

Our Staff

Isabelle Jaffe

Isabelle Jaffe

Center Director

A resident of Toulouse with American and French citizenship, Isabelle received her Licence (BA) in English and philosophy and her master's degree in literature from the University of Paris–La Sorbonne...

Carolina Desire Molina Mazariegos

Carolina Molina Mazariegos

Student Services and Cultural Activity Coordinator

Carolina holds a master’s degree in social sciences and food science. She was a professor of nutrition for seven years.

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