Find out all about the 2 possible work-study contracts: Apprenticeship or Professionalization.
Apprenticeship
Student target
Bachelor, Master in management - Grande Ecole Program, Information Systems and Digital Management, and Advanced Master students under 30.
Numbers
No limit on the number of contracts.
Duration
From 6 to 24 months, depending on the course.
Support
From school tutor + in-company apprentice master.
Wages
More information on the Public Service website (in French).
Tuition fees
Tuition fees are paid in full by the company. Companies should contact their Skills Operator (OPCO in French) to find out how much France Compétences will contribute, which varies from course to course and from industry to industry.
Company benefits
The apprentice is not counted as part of the company's workforce.
Status of apprentice
Employee
Professionalization
Target students
Students in Bachelor's programs, Master in management - Grande Ecole Program, Information Systems and Digital Management programs, and Advanced Masters (in accordance with current regulations and provisions).
Numbers
No limit on the number of contracts.
Duration
6 to 24 months depending on training and branch agreement.
Support
school tutor + company tutor
The Skills Operator (OPCO in French) can provide an allowance to support the function of tutor.
Wages
More information on the Public Service website (in French).
Tuition fees
Tuition fees are paid in full by the company. Companies should contact their Skills Operator to find out about its financial contribution.
Company benefits
The work-study student is not counted as part of the company's workforce.
Status of work-study student
Employee
Updated 4/25/2024