FRENCH 4690: French for the Professions Internship
Supervised training in international (French-speaking) business.
Prereq: 3501 (406) or permission of instructor. Notify Department chair no later than six months or one semester prior to start of internship. Not open to students with 6 cr hrs for 690. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 cr hrs or 6 completions. This course is graded S/U. FL Admis Cond course.
Prereq: 3501 (406) or permission of instructor. Notify Department chair no later than six months or one semester prior to start of internship. Not open to students with 6 cr hrs for 690. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 cr hrs or 6 completions. This course is graded S/U. FL Admis Cond course.
Credit Hours
1-6
Turn your French studies into real-world experience! This internship course immerses students in professional or educational environments where French is used in meaningful, practical ways. You will gain hands-on experience while strengthening your language skills and building competencies that employers value.
Students collaborate on real projects, solve authentic workplace challenges, and develop transferable skills such as communication, teamwork, project management, and adaptability in a French-speaking context. You will create professional materials in French, including reports, lesson plans, presentations, and correspondence, tailored to the needs of your internship site. Whether you are preparing for a career, graduate study, or international opportunities, this internship helps bridge the gap between classroom learning and the professional world, en français!
Prerequisites: Two 3000-level courses in French (French 3501, 3502, or 3503 is recommended but not required), or permission of instructor, and the OSU Youth Activities & Programs Policy Training.
Semester(s) Offered:
Autumn
Spring