Apprenticeship
Work, study and live in France - all at once
HR & Educational Dev. Apprentice 2023 - 2024
I wanted to requalify with a more vocational course. I thought an 'alternance' would be a great way to do this without adding to my student debt, giving me the chance to put my learning into practice as I go!
Ellie Kilpatrick
What is an
apprenticeship?
Professional qualification
An apprenticeship (or 'alternance' in France) is a French work-study contract that lets you split your time between a real job and an accredited qualification.
You work, you earn, and you graduate...all at the same time.
An apprenticeship with MES
Our alternance combines three things that are hard to find together: hands-on experience working with children, a genuine business role inside a small French company, and a nationally recognised qualification that opens doors on the French job market.
How does it work?
Select a qualification (HR, Business, Marketing, Graphic Design etc) from one of our partner institutions.
Each week, spend four days working at MES (teaching & business role) and one day studying.
MES covers the cost of tuition (up to €10 000) and pays a monthly salary (€900).
Our Programmes
We partner with two leading French online education providers (iAcademie and Studi) to offer a curated selection of accredited programmes at Levels 4 and 5 on France's national qualifications framework (RNCP).
Every programme can be followed entirely online, alongside your role at My English Sister.
15 months
Studi
Customer relations, sales tracking, marketing content, CRM tools, commercial performance analysis. You develop the practical skills to support sales and marketing strategy and hit the ground running in a fast-paced business environment.
Professional qualification:
Ref:
STSMA776
Level 5
Sales & Marketing Assistant
15 months
Studi
HR administration, employment contracts, labour law, staff relations, talent development. You develop the skills to navigate both the people and legal dimensions of HR, and grow into a key role within any organisation.
Professional qualification:
Ref:
STHRE863
Level 5
HR & Employment Law Assistant
Before applying
Please ensure you meet these requirements
Participants must be under the age of 26 for the duration of the programme.
Application process
How to apply and what to expect
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30-minute call to understand motivation and determine eligibility.
French Interview
Confirmation
Phone Interview
English Interview
Submit
Application
Complete the application form and include a CV (PDF) and reference.
Discussion and scenario-based video call in English.
Final decision and selection of professional qualification.
Language competency and cultural awareness video call in French.
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