Summer 2026 Startup Internships in Paris

Summer 2026 Startup Internships In Paris, France

The University of Chicago, in collaboration with the University of Chicago Center in Paris, is pleased to offer 20 students the opportunity to spend Summer 2026 in Paris working with top startup incubators and startups in France.

Selected students will be matched directly with a startup based on their background, interests, and skills, and will work full-time on meaningful, hands-on projects in an entrepreneurial, international environment.

In addition to their internship placement, students will participate in professional activities. Programming may include meetings with founders and industry professionals, speaker events, and networking opportunities designed to deepen students’ understanding of the French and European innovation landscape.

Students will receive a $5,000 stipend and will be provided housing in Paris. French language proficiency is preferred but not required.

This is an exceptional opportunity to gain global experience, build professional networks, and immerse yourself in one of the world’s leading startup communities.

To apply, please complete the application form, which will require submission of your resume.