Cannes Film Festival Student Programs
May 10-24, 2020 in France - This is so much more than an Internship
"As the only student program officially recognized and sanctioned by the Festival de Cannes and the Marché du Film, The American Pavilion Student Program offers participants a unique experience and unparalleled access to both the Festival and Market."
Jérôme Paillard, Executive Director, Marché du Film, Festival de Cannes
Learn, Work, Connect with Three Distinct Programs
-
Cannes Film & Business Program
Learn
• Pre-Festival orientation
• Participate in The Roundtable Series
• Attend Festival and Market screenings
Work
• Complete a placement at The American Pavilion, the de facto headquarters for the American film community, or at a company doing business at the Marché du Film. Partner companies include talent agencies, production/distribution companies (both domestic and international), trade publications, and PR firms. It is better and faster than any internship out there.
Connect
• Screen your film in the Roger Ebert Conference Center
• Network with industry insiders
• Meet like-minded students from all over the world
-
Cannes Hospitality & Event Management Program
Learn
• Gain a greater understanding of the production of a global event.
• Hands on-experience in event planning, catering and set-up.Work
• Work closely with industry professionals in producing a broad range of events – from press conferences to movie promotion parties to intimate dinners on The American Pavilion Terrace.
Connect
• Meet like-minded students in your field.
• Network with professional event planners and industry insiders. -
Cannes Alumni Program
Learn
• Pre-Festival orientation
• Participate in The Roundtable Series
• Attend Festival and Market screenings
Work
• Complete a placement with a company doing business at the Festival, selected based on your goals and interests (Alumni get priority placement)
Connect
• Screen your film in the Roger Ebert Conference Center
• Network with industry insiders
• Meet like-minded students from all over the world
—James Cooper, Cannes Alumnus, 2008 & LA Intensive Alumnus, 2007
Registration Process
Application Requirements
1. Completed online application form with essay questions – Please note that you will choose the specific program you are applying to in the application form.
2. Current résumé with two personal references – Résumé MUST include two personal references at the bottom — one professor or academic advisor, and one current or former employer — listing their names and titles, their relationships to you (e.g., professor or employer), and their email addresses and phone numbers. If you have never been employed you may use a different professor or other faculty from your school as your second reference. *Please kindly note that letters of recommendation are not required, we only ask for the contact information of your references as stated above.
3. Unofficial college (or high school) transcript – If you have not yet received grades from your college, please include your high school transcript (or previous school transcript) along with a list of your current classes.
4. Photo for Festival credentials – Photo should be ID-style, of face only, with a light background and no headwear or other items/people in the photo. Format: jpeg; minimum dimensions: 300×420 pixels; maximum file size: 1 mb. File must be titled as applicant’s full name (e.g., Doe_John.jpg).
5. Non-refundable application fee of $55
*Alumni Program applicants are not required to resubmit their résumé or transcript, but can submit updated materials if they choose to.
Completed applications are reviewed by The American Pavilion Selection Committee on a rolling basis. Candidates who meet all of the requirements for admission will be contacted for a telephone interview and notified of a decision on a first come, first served basis.
All completed applications received by December 6, 2019 will be considered Early Decision. Candidates are encouraged to apply early as the program can fill up quickly.
Apply OnlineConditions of Acceptance
If accepted into the program, applicant has four days to confirm participation in the program. Failure to confirm acceptance may result in losing your place in the program.
If accepted Early Decision, a non-refundable payment of $2000 is due within two weeks of acceptance to hold your place in the program. The non-refundable balance of $1995 is due 30 days later.
If accepted General Admission, a non-refundable payment of $3995 is due within two weeks of acceptance.
Failure to comply with the above stated conditions may result in forfeiting your place in the program.
Questions?
Visit the FAQ pageSend us an email Call: (310) 837-4500
