On May 20, Alliance française de Chicago invites all France Alumni for the Forum francophone de l’emploi et des études, followed by our annual networking France Alumni Day.
This event is open to future and former students, who have studied or worked in France, through higher education, short or long term study abroad programs, research opportunities, internships, language courses, and teaching assistantships.
This is a free event, but registration is mandatory.
The event will take place on May 20 at the Alliance francaise de Chicago, located at 54 West Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60610.
Forum de l'Emploi et des Etudes
In partnership with the Délégation du Québec and the French-American Chamber of Commerce in Chicago, join us for an exceptional Forum francophone de l’emploi et des études to explore the various business or study opportunities in France and Québec. The forum aims to bring together young professionals and students from the Alliance française and universities for coaching and professional development sessions, as well as networking opportunities with potential employers.
Stands and Exhibitors | 2:30 – 4:00pm
Alliance française de Chicago, American Association of Teachers of French, Campus France USA, French-American Chamber of Commerce in Chicago (a representation of a dozen French private companies), and the Quebec Government Office in Chicago/Délégation du Québec à Chicago.
Conferences and Workshops
Employment and Business Opportunities with the Francophone Community | 2:30 to 3:20pm
with Philippe Carlier, Executive Director, French-American Chamber of Commerce in Chicago
Study Abroad, Employment, and Business Opportunities in Québec | 3:30 to 3:50pm
with Jeanne Lamy-Belzil, Public and Governmental Affairs Officer, Quebec Government Office in Chicago/Délégation du Québec à Chicago
Workshop: Networking Strategies and Creating a Pitch
4:00 – 5:30pm
with Aida Camara-Crowder, Founder of Next Land Consulting
Through this session participants will explore the different ways of networking to build and navigate their careers whether locally or internationally. We will discuss the value of and different channels for networking. Participants will also have an opportunity to create or polish their pitch.
France Alumni Day
6:00 – 9:00pm
In partnership with the Consulate General of France in Chicago, join us for an informal gathering and networking event to celebrate France Alumni Day ! This event is open to future and former students who have studied or worked in France. This includes higher education, short or long term study abroad programs, research, internships, language courses, and teaching assistantships. Following keynote remarks and a panel discussion, France Alums will get to connect, catch up, and forge new relationships with other alums.
Introduction and Keynote Speeches | 6:00pm
Geoffrey Riuz, Director of the Learning Center – Alliance française de Chicago
Yannick Tagand, Consul general of France in Chicago
Aida Camara-Crowder, Founder of Next Land Consulting
Kyle Rausch, Executive Director – Study Abroad office UIC
Roundtables with Alumni | 6:30pm
Studying Abroad as a Professional
Alek Jaunzemis, UIC (City/Cité internship program in Paris)
Laura Bevilacqua, U Chicago (research in Paris)
Elizabeth Cummings, Driehaus Museum (TAPIF in La Réunion island)
Studying Abroad as a Student
Jude Abijah, Northwestern U (exchange with Sciences Po Paris)
Tendai Kachingwe, De Paul U (exchange with Sciences Po Paris)
Brendan Loew, Business France (IAE Caen)
Cocktail and Networking | 7:30pm
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