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, whether in-person or virtually, 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.
Virtual placements are offered through USAC’s virtual internship program. For more information about the program, see the virtual internships 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, Virtual | 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