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Term: Academic Year, Fall, Spring 
Dates: August - May (Full Year), August - December (Fall Semester), January - May (Spring Semester)

Description: Cannes is a sunny, former fishing village perched on the Mediterranean shoreline. Renowned for its artistic community and its international festivals, Cannes combines the cosmopolitan aura of a small city with the relaxed attitude of a seaside resort. At College International de Cannes, AIFS students take classes taught in both French and English in art history, drama, French cinema, literature, political science, and sociology, plus French language.

Internship opportunities:
The Collège can arrange placements in a wide range of public organizations and private companies depending on your academic major, interests and suitability. French proficiency at the 300 level is required. Typical internships include a minimum eight hours of work a week with local government and housing projects. Internships may also be with local television, youth clubs, hospitals or the Cannes festival hall.

Highlights: The University campus has modern facilities, situated within walking distance to the Old Port and city center. Enjoy a cup of coffee at many local cafes or enjoy an art exhibit at a local museum.

AIFS students live in College residence halls, and some meals at the College cafeteria are included. Cultural activities include museum visits, theater performances, sports and excursions. Spring students receive a pass to the Cannes Film Festival and free entrance to screenings. Excursions include a 3-day London stopover, visits to Provence and Paris, and an optional 3-day visit to Florence.

Qualifications / Skills Needed: None

Intern Types: Admin (Hospitality, Sports), Art/Fine Arts, Comm (Radio, TV, & Film), Economics, Education, Finance, Hotel/Restaurant/Hospitality, International Relations, Marketing, Ad, PR, Museum Studies, Political Science/Politics, Public Admin, Public Pol, Govt, Social Work, Theater, Drama, Dance and Tourism

Language: French

Subject Areas: Art History, Business Admin. & Mngmt., Culture, French, History, International Relations, Internship Programs, Literature and Theater, Drama, Dance

Cost in US$: Please visit our website for cost information

Cost Includes: Program fee includes tuition, housing, meals, excursions and cultural activities, a London visit, airfare if selected, trips to Provence and Paris, a pass to the Cannes Film Festival, and more.

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to American Participants. .

Typical Living Arrangement: Apartment/Flat

Participants Travel to France Independently Or in Groups

Scholarships Are Available. -  AIFS International, Diversity and Study Again Scholarships are available.

Application Process Involves:

• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Transcript
• Written Application

Post Services Include:

• Alumni Network

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Year Founded: 1964