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The American Friends of Arts et Métiers ParisTech (also referred to as AFAM) is a nonprofit organization, launched in 2007, and registered in Palo Alto, California, United States.

The mission of AFAM is to develop the brand image of École Nationale Supérieure d'Arts et Métiers, first French Graduate School in the fields of mechanics and industrialization, in the United States. As part of its commitment, this well-respected school wants to foster strategic agreements with universities, businesses, nonprofit organizations, and to encourage international mobility among its students.

With increasing globalization, École Nationale Supérieure d'Arts et Métiers needs to compete against many larger technology institutes and universities, to promote its educational program, its excellence, and to expand its network in the United States.

SHASTA Internship program[modifier | modifier le code]

Besides marketing the school brand, AFAM facilitates contact between students and companies for the purposes of training and cultural exchange. In January 2010, AFAM launched the Shasta internship program that helps Arts et Metiers ParisTech students get an international experience in U.S. companies, and reinforce their scientific/technological knowledge.

Meetings[modifier | modifier le code]

AFAM often rallies the Arts et Métiers ParisTech community spread across the United States around common programs and activities. The events are times for alumni and students to gather together, to meet new people, to discuss...

Promotion[modifier | modifier le code]

To fulfill its objectives in the United States, a permanent Arts et Métiers ParisTech Representative and alumni of the school, Rizlene Bouchemoua has been hired since December 2011.