France: French Field Study and Internship Programs, Paris

Type of Program: Semester
City: Paris
When offered: Fall or spring semester
Cost: See Program Costs page

Through intensive coursework, seminars on European issues, a 12-week internship, and an independent research project, the Internships in Francophone Europe (IFE) program in Paris or Brussels provides students with a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in contemporary France or Belgium.  The IFE semester is a three-part program that prepares students thoroughly for their internship, accurately places them in a professional work environment, and advises them as they harmonize experience and reflection through writing. IFE attracts applicants from reputable colleges and universities worldwide.  IFE applicants are evaluated not only on the basis of their academic and linguistic strengths, but also for their maturity, seriousness of purpose and ability to fit into a situation where independence, flexibility, and good will are expected.  IFE provides housing in families or student residences ("foyers").  Goucher students are encouraged to apply to IFE for a spring semester, as a complement to the fall Paris program.  Visit the website, www.ifeparis.org. 

2013 Academic Dates

Spring 2013: January 21 - May 24
Fall 2013: Mid- August - Mid- December 

Eligibility and Prerequisites

Students must have declared a major and taken prerequisite courses.  Students must have completed three semesters in college-level residence.  Students with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher and a minimum of a B+ average through five semesters of French (or the equivalent) are eligible to apply.

Application and Study Abroad Deposit Deadlines

Please note that both the application and fee are due in the Office of International Studies. All students must attend an advising session in the Office of International Studies in order to obtain an application.

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