Council of Europe Internships
Our flagship opportunity is the prestigious internship program at the Council of Europe, one of the world’s leading multilateral international organizations. Places are limited, however, and subject to interview.
French is required for some internships, but many do not require French at all, because native English-speaking ability can be viewed as a valuable skill. Internships are generally for 1-credit (45 hours/semester) but can be as many as 3-credits.
All 3-credit internships include an additional 15 hours of seminar time (BPS 400 Global Workplace) to help hone students’ skills in professional communication and inter-cultural management while also discussing the trans-national forces that shape evolving workplace practices. The aim is to help students prepare for the global workplace!
Syracuse University is the only U.S.-based institution of higher learning through which students can participate in internships at the council. This extraordinary privilege is made possible in large part thanks to our long-established and well-respected presence in Strasbourg.
Learn more about past experiences at the council:
Community Internships
A community internship in Strasbourg allows you to apply classroom lessons to real work situations in inter-cultural settings, explore career options, and develop professional skills – all while earning academic credit.
The Community Internship (1-3 credits) involves placements at international organizations, businesses, non-governmental organizations, educational institutions, and others. There is an internship for every type of student.
Drawing on Syracuse University’s more than 50 years in Strasbourg, a dedicated Professor of Early Career Development and Internship Manager works to match eligible students with specific, tailored internship opportunities.
Community Internship examples:
- Human Rights organizations
- Teaching opportunities
- Media and communications placements
- TV production placements
- Working at museums or art galleries
- Political Institutions and Parties; Government opportunities
- Opportunities with local sports teams or organizations
View a list of recent internship placements.
Meet Ben Shultz, Council of Europe Intern
Syracuse University’s partnership with the Council of Europe enabled me to gain valuable experience working ‘on the inside’, so to speak. My broad focus at the Maxwell School has been cyber and tech policy, and at the Pompidou Group I was given the chance to explore this focus further.
Read more: Living, Learning and Interning in Strasbourg
How to Apply
For both the Council of Europe and Community Internships, be sure to fill out the Internship Request Form that is part of your Syracuse Abroad application. Questions? Contact your Strasbourg International Program advisor, syrstrasbourg@syr.edu.