Career Development and Internships

Parsons Paris

University

The Department of Career Development and Internships is dedicated to helping students bridge their academic experiences with their future professional paths while engaging with a competitive global market. Individualized support and an array of resources prepare students to secure internships and professional opportunities in line with their major and career aspirations. Our international network of alumni, strengthened by the college's connection to Parsons and The New School, and our curricular collaborations with top industry leaders provide invaluable exposure and opportunities that continue post-graduation.
One-on-one career counseling and networking opportunities
Weekly professional development workshops: résumé, cover letter, LinkedIn profile, portfolio review, and mock interviews
Customized information sessions by major and year
Workshops, panels, employer information sessions, on-campus interviews, and career and internship fairs
Mock interview sessions
Alumni networking events
Online resources
Parsons Paris has two online job boards hosted by JobTeaser in France and HireNew in NYC. Thanks to a customizable dashboard, students can view job offers specifically targeted to Parsons Paris students and view job offers from companies that match personalized criteria.
On these job boards, students and alumni have full access to:
Jobs and internship listings in France and New York
Information specific to navigating the French job market
Tips about professional etiquette
Ongoing and upcoming events offered by the Parsons Paris Career Development and Internships Department, as well as other schools and organizations
Scheduling appointments with the Parsons Paris Career Development and Internships Department and viewing upcoming meetings
Career Development and Internships for Parsons Paris Students
- Am I eligible to intern in Paris?
  
  Yes. At Parsons Paris, we want you to have experiential learning opportunities that will change the way you learn and live in the city—the capital of creativity. The Career Development and Internships Department provides a job board that enables you to access and manage your internship opportunities; view the calendar of workshops, fairs, and events; schedule career counseling appointments; and find out which employers are coming to campus. Students should plan on signing up to receive email updates or checking the job board often, as it is updated on a regular basis.
- How do I find an internship?
  
  Parsons Paris Career Services connects students to opportunities through our job board, Job Teaser and weekly info sessions. We also promote networking events, open calls, and seasonal opportunities for events such as Paris Fashion Week.
- How do I earn credit for my internship?
  
  Credits are available for internship opportunities depending on the duration of the internship and students' eligibility. Students should meet with the Director of Careers and Internships to learn more about their options.
- Do I have to speak French to get an internship?
  
  While French is not required at many internships, a working knowledge of French will increase the number of opportunities available to students.
- What is the time commitment for an internship?
  
  Typical internships are 60 to 120 hours per semester. Summer intensive internships may be up to three months long.
Career Services for Employers in Paris and Europe
- How do I post an internship or job opportunity?
  
  Whatever positions you are trying to fill, the best way to get the word out to Parsons Paris and New School students and alumni is to set up an appointment, by email, with our Director of Careers and Internships.
  You can also submit a job description (in English or in French) by email, to be posted on our campus job board, JobTeaser. The Career Services Director will contact you after reviewing the information. Please allow between two to five days for a response.
- What languages do your students work in?
  
  Our student community is very international, with more than 55 different nationalities represented. While most of our students are being educated in English and are bilingual or trilingual, English is their work language. At Parsons Paris, students are expected to start at a beginner level and perfect their French while on campus.
- What degrees are Parsons Paris students pursuing?
  
  Parsons Paris students thrive in bachelor's and master's programs in the following fields:
  Art, Media, and Technology (BFA)
  Fashion Design (BFA)
  Strategic Design and Management (BBA)
  Fashion Design and the Arts (MFA)
  Fashion Studies (MA)
- What kind of paperwork do I need to complete to hire an intern?
  
  In France, a convention de stage is required, which is a three-party contract between students, the employer, and Parsons Paris to insure liability. Career Services provides you with the template and will facilitate the process with students.
- What is the relationship between Parsons Paris and Parsons New York?
  
  Parsons Paris is the European campus of The New School and Parsons School of Design in New York. Established in 1921, Parsons Paris offers innovative design curricula designed to develop creative and critical thinking skills in international students.
Contact Us
We are always happy to answer any questions employers have about Parsons Paris students. Send an email to the Career Development and Internships Department at [email protected].

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Undergraduates

To apply to any of our undergraduate programs (except the Bachelor's Program for Adults and Transfer Students and Parsons Associate of Applied Science programs) complete and submit the Common App online.

Undergraduate Adult Learners

To apply to any of our Bachelor's Program for Adults and Transfer Students and Parsons Associate of Applied Science programs, complete and submit the New School Online Application.

Graduates

To apply to any of our Master's, Doctoral, Professional Studies Diploma, and Graduate Certificate programs, complete and submit the New School Online Application.

Career Development and Internships