Site Visit: French Embassy

When: Wednesday, November 12th 2025, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm EST

Location: 4101 Reservoir Rd NW, Washington, DC 20007

Join us for our final site visit of the fall semester, with a visit to the Embassy of France in Washington! You'll gain unique insights into French culture, internships and career opportunities in diplomacy, and international education initiatives. This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with embassy officials, ask questions, and learn about France's role on the global stage. Students will meet with Dr. Philippe Ribière, Ph.D., Attaché for Science and Technology, Emerging Technologies (AI, Quantum, Cyber). Space is limited to 30 students.AGENDA2:00 – 2:15  Arrival of the Elliott School of International Affairs Graduate Students.2:15 – 3:00  Presentation with diplomats representing the political, scientific and University collaboration sections. 3:00-3:30  Possible opportunity for networking3:45PM   Photo and dismissal LOGISTICSParticipants are welcome to meet Elliott staff at the Graduate Student Lounge on the 6th Floor, in front of the GSS office, by 12:50 p.m. as we plan to head out no later than 1:00 p.m. 
Walk 15 min to  I St NW+18 St NW. 
Take the D94 Bus- West to Sibley Hospital
Exit at Reservoir Rd NW+ Georgetown U
Walk 3 minute to arrive at Embassy by approximately 1:48 p.m. 

Those who would like to meet the group at the Embassy of France, kindly be sure to arrive no later than 1:50 p.m.Students must bring a Government Issued ID with them for admittance to the Embassy. (Your GW-ID does NOT meet this requirement.)ESIA NO-SHOW POLICY IS IN EFFECT FOR THIS EVENT.In order to ensure the effectiveness of the services offered by the Elliott School's Graduate Student Services and maintain professionalism and courtesy between graduate students, alumni, professional staff, and our Employer Partners, the No-Show Policy is in effect for this event. Should you need to cancel your registration, you must log in to Handshake and update your RSVP, or contact our office [email protected] no later than 24 hours before any career event.DRESS CODE-  BUSINESS/BUSINESS CASUALNote:  The dress code for all employer events is business professional unless otherwise stated. Students who are dressed inappropriately may be turned away. Please reach out to your career coach or GSS if you have questions about what professional dress entails. Please contact us at [email protected] with any questions and thank you again for registering!