Internships for Pau, France
USAC internships abroad are a great way to enhance your educational experience. Participating in a structured work or research experience with an international organization will help you gain valuable skills and hands-on experience while expanding your professional network and immersing yourself in the workplace culture of France.
A $985 internship placement fee will be required of all students participating in an in-person USAC internship. This fee helps offset the costs of securing quality internship placements and helps provide a range of professional development activities, including an online internship seminar, career workshops, and panel discussions.
For more information on eligibility requirements and application process see the USAC internship page.
*Placement with a particular internship provider is not guaranteed.
Placements available in the following fields:
Business
A family-owned manufacturing and commercial company founded in 1919 specializing in Basque linen and Jacquard fabric products
- Formats/terms available: In-Person | Spring Semester
- Requirements: French proficiency preferred and background in business and market analysis preferred, but not required
- Sample work responsibilities
- Learn about the company and the specifics of weaving techniques and textile production
- Conduct research and compile a list of prospective clients: shops specializing in table and kitchen ware and gift shops; cultural sights, museums, and retailers of textile products
- Contact prospects, develop relationships, send further information: catalogue, price information, samples, etc.
- Assist supervisor in managing client relationships and logistics in preparing for fairs