Student Page 1 of 2 Sweet Briar College, JYF in Paris

JYF IN PARIS INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

UPLOAD COMPLETED & SIGNED FORM TO YOUR JYF ONLINE APPLICATION

JYF for credit internships are available for students who wish to pursue an internship in

Paris.

INTERNSHIP REQUIREMENTS • Work at the placement site for a maximum of 12 to 15 hours a week and be able to

integrate the work for the internship into their academic schedule. • Students are required to take a minimum of three academic courses in addition to the

internship. • Attend preparatory meetings during the first month with the JYF internship coordinator

o Individual meetings to assess student's interests and goals for the internship o Instruction and coaching on resume writing in French o Participation in interviews and visits to the job sites.

• Attend individual meeting every 2 weeks to examine cultural differences and address

problems in the workplace. • Write a 15-page paper (in French) about the internship experience and give an oral

presentation to other fellow JYF interns at the end of the semester. Graded by the program director.

• The internship must be taken for a grade and the grade will be determined based on a

combination of the internship paper, the oral report, evaluation of the on-site Director, and attendance at the required internship course meetings.

One unit of credit (three semester hours) is granted for the internship, offered in lieu of one course.

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JYF IN PARIS INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

UPLOAD COMPLETED & SIGNED FORM TO YOUR JYF ONLINE APPLICATION

INTERNSHIP APPLICATION FORM

Student Name: __________________________________ Institution: ___________________

Field of Study: ________________________________________________________________

Semester of Internship: ________________________________________________________

Areas of Interest for an Internship: Please describe the type of internship you are interested in. Please be as specific as possible in order to help us find you the best fit for you. For example: In what field are you interested in working? What kinds of activities are you interested in being involved in? What skills do you feel you have to offer a workplace? What skills would you like to gain?

Please attach a copy of your resumé.

I understand that internship placements vary depending on availability and that there is no guarantee that SBC JYF will find an internship of my choice.

I have read and understand the requirements and guidelines of the JYF in Paris Internship Program and I agree to abide by these guidelines if placed in an internship.

Signature Date

Study Abroad Approval Page 1 of 2 Sweet Briar College, JYF in Paris

JYF IN PARIS INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

UPLOAD COMPLETED & SIGNED FORM TO YOUR JYF ONLINE APPLICATION

JYF for credit internships are available for students who wish to pursue an internship in

Paris.

INTERNSHIP REQUIREMENTS

• Work at the placement site for a maximum of 12 to 15 hours a week and be able to

integrate the work for the internship into their academic schedule. • Students are required to take a minimum of three academic courses in addition to the

internship. • Attend preparatory meetings during the first month with the JYF internship coordinator

o Individual meetings to assess student's interests and goals for the internship o Instruction and coaching on resume writing in French o Participation in interviews and visits to the job sites.

• Attend individual meeting every 2 weeks to examine cultural differences and address

problems in the workplace. • Write a 15-page paper (in French) about the internship experience and give an oral

presentation to other fellow JYF interns at the end of the semester. Graded by the program director.

• The internship must be taken for a grade and the grade will be determined based on a

combination of the internship paper, the oral report, evaluation of the on-site Director, and attendance at the required internship course meetings.

One unit of credit (three semester hours) is granted for the internship, offered in lieu of one course.

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JYF IN PARIS INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

UPLOAD COMPLETED & SIGNED FORM TO YOUR JYF ONLINE APPLICATION

HOME SCHOOL APPROVAL OF INTERNSHIP FOR CREDIT

To be completed by the appropriate advisor or dean (usually in your study abroad office). Based on the JYF in Paris internship requirements, I ________________________________ grant approval for ______________________________ to participate in and receive credit for (student) the JYF internship in Paris during __________________. (semester) Additional information: ________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________ Signature: ________________________________________ Date: ______________________ Title: ____________________________________________ Office: ___________________________________________ Institution: ________________________________________

Please return completed form

to student or email to jyf@sbc.edu or Fax to (434) 381-6283 or mail to JYF in Paris, P.O. Box 1075, Sweet Briar college, Sweet Briar, VA 24595