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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 ParisTech first French Graduate School in the fields of mechanics and industrialization, in the United States. As part of its commitment, this school wants to foster strategic agreements with universities, businesses, nonprofit organizations, and to encourage international mobility among its students.

SHASTA Internship program
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
AFAM often rallies the Arts et Métiers ParisTech community spread across the United States around common programs and activities (parties, evening performances, picnics...). The events are times for alumni and students to gather together and to meet new people.

Promotion
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.

Industrial partners

 * EADS
 * Schlumberger
 * Bouygues Telecom
 * Renault
 * PSA Peugeot Citroen

Academic partners

 * Georgia Institute of Technology
 * Massachussetts Institute of Technology
 * University of California, Berkeley
 * Texas A&M University
 * University of Florida
 * University of Dayton
 * University of Michigan
 * University of Maryland

Alumni and Board members
The AFAM is administered by volunteer members, working in close collaboration with the school administration and third party organizations.


 * Eric Benhamou, AFAM President since 2007
 * Thomas Férré, AFAM Chief Financial Officer and Board Member
 * Lionel Costa, AFAM Board Member
 * Xavier Wartelle, AFAM Board Member
 * Claude Léglise, AFAM Board Member
 * Jean-Luc Nauleau, AFAM Board Member
 * Francis Mathieu, AFAM and SOCE Board Member
 * Olivier Combes, AFAM Board Member