Practical Information
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REGISTRATIONS
How do I register ?
To register, please complete the registration form at the bottom of the page of the internship (one form per person and per internship). We do NOT accept registration by email or phone.
After sending your form, an email will acknowledge the receipt of your request. The final confirmation of your registration accompanied by the payment form will be sent to you by email at the latest within fifteen days of receipt of your registration request. Don’t forget to check your spam.
I can’t find the course descriptions, is that normal ?
Yes, it is normal. At present, you will only find our 2023 Program containing the dates, titles of courses and the names of the teachers. The descriptions and registration forms will be available EARLY MARCH on our website via this tab: Internships.
Can I register without experience ?
Most of our internships are open to everyone, but please read the internship presentation to find out if apprenticeship is right for you.
How does a registration on cover letter and CV go ?
Confirmation of registration for these specific courses will be made within the time limits specified in the course presentation or at the latest one month before the start of the course.
What language is spoken during the courses ?
In some courses, several languages are spoken (see course descriptions).
What is the price of internships ?
To find out the exact price of the courses that interest you, simply consult the page of the course (click on the image of the corresponding course in the "courses" tab). As for the internship, you will need to provide 30€ extra as a deposit and you will be returned at the end of the internship.
Is the number of places limited by stage ?
Yes, each internship has a minimum and maximum number of interns. Register as soon as possible !
I would like to enroll in a full internship, how ?
For full internships, there are waiting lists. Please contact us by email if you want to be added pending an internship. Then, if a seat becomes available, you will be notified. All you have to do is go to our website and fill out the form.
Where are the internships ?
The courses are organized in Libramont (music and visual arts) and Neufchâteau (dances and world music and performing arts).
In Libramont, you will be expected at the Institut Centre Ardenne in building V. Please encode this address in the GPS: Avenue Herbofin, 39 LIBRAMONT-CHEVIGNY and follow the AKDT signs.
In Neufchâteau, you will be awaited in the Royal Athenaeum of Neufchâteau. Please encode this address in the GPS: Avenue de la Victoire 28 NEUFCHATEAU
How do I know where my internship is ?
The courses are organized in Libramont (music and visual arts) and Neufchâteau (dances and world music and performing arts).
If you are looking for the place where your internship will take place, it is the permanence that will tell you when you arrive.
How to pay ?
You will receive the final confirmation accompanied by payment information by email. Only the actual payment of the course will definitively confirm your registration (please repeat the structured communication mentioned on the payment form).
In case of non-payment of the internship within the prescribed time, the registration will be cancelled.
For any other payment on site (internship and internship fees must be paid before reception), please provide cash, we do not yet have a digital payment method.
What happens if I don’t pay on time ?
In case of non-payment of the internship within the prescribed time, the registration will be cancelled. You will still receive a reminder before your seat is vacated.
How to withdraw from an internship ?
Any withdrawal must be reported to us as soon as possible. If you have already paid the registration fee, the 30€ administrative fee will be deducted. For any withdrawal occurring between one month and 15 days before the internship: refund of half the price of the internship. For any withdrawal within the 15 days preceding the internship: no refund will be made. Premature departure from the internship does not entitle you to a refund.
Why is the price of the internship more expensive in the confirmation email than on the site ?
In the price of the internship, the deposit of 30€ is already included. You can withdraw it on the last day of the internship when handing over your key.
What are the cancellation methods ?
- For any withdrawal up to one month before the start of the internship: an amount of € 35 will not be refunded in any case (administrative costs).
- For any withdrawal occurring between one month and 15 days before the internship: refund of half the price of the internship.
- For any withdrawal within the 15 days preceding the internship: no refund will be made.
- Premature departure from the internship does not entitle you to a refund.
If my internship is cancelled, what happens ?
If it appears that an internship cannot take place, the Academy will communicate this decision by email or by post to the trainees within 8 days of the closing of the registration.
The refund of a payment already collected for this internship, would of course be made to the ordering account in our possession, in its entirety.
I’m sick before the internship, what to do ?
The first thing is to consult your doctor, if he finds that you can participate in the internship, you are welcome. In addition, if you are under medical certificate, you can send it to us by email or by mail. You will then be refunded.
I am sick during the internship, what to do ?
The first thing is to consult your doctor, if he finds that you can continue the internship, come back. If it turns out that you are under medical certificate, we cannot guarantee the reimbursement of the internship.
When will I be reimbursed ?
If you need a refund, you will receive an email with the amount and the date on which you will be refunded. If you have not received this email within a week of your cancellation (check your spam), please contact us.
SCHEDULES
What are the summer 2023 internship dates ?
All internship dates in summer 2023
When will the internship that interests me take place ?
Internship titles, teacher names and dates can be found in Program 2023
When should I arrive ?
Reception in Libramont (Music & Plastic Arts) on Sundays 9, 16 and 23 July from 10.00 to 13.00 (boarders & day students).
Reception in Neufchâteau (World dance and music & Performing arts) on Sundays 9, 16, 23 July from 5.30 pm to 7.30 pm (boarders and day students).
What time should I leave the site on Saturday ?
In Music, the courses end on Saturdays 15, 22 and 29 July at 5 pm.
In Plastic Arts, the courses end on Saturday 15, 22 and 29 July at 16:00.
In Dance and World Music, the workshops end on Sunday 16 and 23 July at 1 pm.
In Performing Arts, the courses end on Sundays 23 and 30 July at 1 pm.
What are the school hours?
Overall, the courses run from 9am to 12pm and from 2pm to 5pm. These schedules may still vary from one teacher to another but they will specify their operation on the first day of the internship.
BOARDING SCHOOL
What does internal/external mean ?
Interns participate in the course but do not stay on site. They can still buy meal tickets to eat in the refectory. The interns, on the other hand, take part in the training, lodge and eat on the spot.
Are my meals included in the price ?
If you have booked and paid for boarding, breakfast, lunch and dinner are included.
How do I get a residency ?
To be internal, simply check "I wish to be internal" when registering. The number of places is still very limited.
I’m an intern, what should I bring ?
At Libramont, remember to bring your own bed sheets, a duvet (or sleeping bag) and a pillow. Please bring with you everything you need to sleep warm.
In Neufchâteau, remember to take your own bed sheets, a duvet (or sleeping bag) and a pillow. Please bring with you everything you need to sleep warm.
In Buzenol, Wellin and Harsin, the accommodation includes full bedding (sheets, duvet, cover, pillow and pillowcase).
How are the rooms ?
These are boarding rooms, so keep in mind that these only have a single bed, a desk and a wardrobe. The accommodation offered is not a hotel, but a boarding school. In Libramont, showers are individual while in Neufchâteau the sanitary facilities are shared on the landing.
Can I choose my room ?
No, rooms are randomly assigned. We will do our best to find a room that could be suitable for people with disabilities (subject to possibilities).
I don’t have a room in boarding school, how ?
Are you ready to sleep in a tent ? You can contact us by phone or email to get more details about this solution. For others, we invite you to check the accommodation nearby.
What if I haven’t found accommodation ?
If you do not have a place at the boarding school and you are not interested in the «camping» solution, you can consult the other accommodation nearby: accommodation nearby.
Will my child be supervised ?
Children under the age of 14 benefit from permanent supervision by facilitators. For minors as young as 14, the Royal Académie Internationale d'Été de Wallonie relies on the sense of responsibility of the trainees and on their ability to take charge. The start and end times of classes will be specified during the first contact with the teachers as well as the place where the parents can come and take their children back. Children should plan their picnic for the day.
I have an intolerance/ allergy, what is it possible to do ?
In view of the number of enrolments, school canteens only provide classical meals. We therefore advise you to plan your own food if you suffer from allergies or intolerances. For vegetarians, simply check the meat-free meal solution when registering.
DAY SCHOOL
Can I have meals on site ?
Yes, you will have the opportunity to buy tickets for meals and drinks on site.
What are the prices of meals ?
Breakfast €5/ Dinner €15/ Evening €10.
I indicated that I wanted meals in the registration form, did I pay to eat ?
No, not yet, this question allows us to estimate the number of meals. You will be invited to take your tickets on site.
Can I bring my fitted van, van, roof tent or mobile home ?
It is strictly forbidden to park this type of vehicle at the places of training.
Will my child be supervised ?
Children under the age of 14 benefit from permanent supervision by facilitators. For minors as young as 14, the AKDT relies on the sense of responsibility of the trainees and on their ability to take charge. The start and end times of classes will be specified during the first contact with the teachers as well as the place where the parents can come and take their children back. Children should plan their picnic for the day.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Where is my internship ?
In MUSIC and PLASTIC ARTS: Institut Centre Ardenne (ICA) - Avenue Herbofin 39 - B-6800 LIBRAMONT
DANCE AND WORLD MUSIC AND PERFORMING ARTS: Athénée Royal de Neufchâteau- Avenue de la Victoire 28 - B-6840 NEUFCHATEAU
In Neufchâteau, classes are held in several locations (schools, Centre du Lac, Moulin Klepper, Espace 29, Ateliers partagés). It is therefore necessary to move during the courses (maximum 800 m between the various places).
When will I receive practical information ?
If you need information, see this FAQ. In addition, you will receive a summary email at the latest one week before the start of your internship.
I want to take the shuttle from Libramont station to Neufchâteau, what are the times?
The shuttle will run between Libramont station and the Athénée Royal de Neufchâteau boarding school on Sundays 9, 16 and 23 July 2023 at 4.10 pm !
I’m an intern and yet I come with the shuttle, how to do it ?
No problem, you can go to the reception on arrival in Neufchâteau (subject to confirmation).
Should I book this shuttle ?
No, you only have to go to Libramont station, the shuttle will be waiting for you (subject to confirmation).
How much is the shuttle ?
This shuttle is free, the price is included in your accommodation (subject to confirmation).
How to organize a carpool ?
If you want to carpool, we invite you to post your ride on our Facebook group. Unfortunately, we cannot keep track of carpooling.
What should I plan for my internship ?
Everything depends on your internship, the list of materials is available on the page of the internship in question. If no equipment is specified, then everything is already planned.
Can we pay by credit card ?
On site, not yet, unfortunately. Please provide cash.
What about the insurance ?
The insurance underwritten by the Royal Académie Internationale d'Été de Wallonie does NOT cover personal items (INSTRUMENTS-material-jewellery-silver) except when its liability is incurred. Accident insurance covers the part not covered by the mutual. Please bring your ID and insurance stickers.
Can I smoke at different sites ?
As a reminder, since January 1, 2006, it is strictly forbidden to smoke at all places of training.
Can I bring my pet ?
The presence of pets is strictly prohibited on the sites of courses and trainings (Libramont, Neufchâteau - courses and/or internship).
AT THE END OF THE INTERNSHIP
What are the schedules of the performances/ exhibitions at the end of the internship ?
Schedules will be set on our Facebook page.
How do we get his bail back ?
A deposit of € 30 will be added to the price of the boarding house. This deposit guarantees the good condition of the room and the provision of a key. It will be refunded at the end of the internship after inventory of the room and delivery of the key. We will ask for a deposit per trainee and not per room. You can go to the staff to get this amount.
I forgot some stuff on the spot, what to do ?
You can email us at contact@akdt.be with a complete description. We will let you know if we find your item, however, know that storage takes several months.
Where can I give my opinion ?
You can give your opinion via email, we will do our utmost to ensure that your comments are listened to and we are constantly trying to improve.
Would you like an invoice ?
We do not make an invoice, the confirmation of payment proves that we have received your money.
Would you like an internship certificate ?
We can provide you with proof of your participation. Please contact contact@akdt.be
QUESTIONS ?
Do not hesitate to contact us by email : contact@akdt.be or by phone from Monday to Friday at +32 61 22 54 79 only from 1 pm to 4 pm. We will do our utmost to help you !