Summer Programs on French Riviera & US

  France

Term: Summer 
Length of Position: 4 weeks
Duration of Program: 1-2 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 1-2 weeks
Dates: June & July

Description: Summer Study and Travel Programs for American and international High School students, based in several locations on the French Riviera and the US. Programs in Cannes and Antibes include French immersion and homestay, language and culture studies, pre-college enrichment, other subjects. Junior programs are for ages 13-15, senior programs for ages 16-19. Three weeks of residential program are followed by one-week travel extension to the Loire Valley and Paris. We are currently developing our new program at Stanford University, United States, with a focus on Foreign Language and Culture Studies.

Highlights: Students will have an opportunity to study foreign languages and cultures (French, among others), immerse in the life of the host community, live with local families or on-campus, as well as study other academic subjects. The regional excursion program will give them an opportunity to explore the local sites on the weekends. The programs in France include a one-week travel extension to the Loire Valley and Paris.

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Qualifications: A Summer Study and Travel Program for American and international teenage students, based in several locations in the US and France, is announcing openings and continuous screening of candidates for positions at 3 levels: Resident Advisors, Program Coordinator, and Program Directors, for the summer of 2010.

Experience Required: no

Abbey Road Overseas Programs's Mission Statement: Our mission is to develop summer immersion programs for high school students that facilitate cross-cultural understanding and enrichment by providing a unique opportunity for: cultural immersion, intensive language study, exposure to new academic subjects, travel excursions, recreational activities, personal growth, and building life-long friendships. Safety, Organization and Personal Attention We put a particular emphasis on personal attention, high quality of academic, cultural and recreational programs, strong organization, and above all - safety.