Programmes
Working holiday visa (PVT programme)
A programme which provides young French people aged 18-30 (35 in some cases) with the opportunity to leave France for a year (a bit longer if you go to Australia or Canada) to get to know and work in another country via a simplified visa.
Au Pair placement
The au pair is hired by an individual employer to perform home tasks (housekeeping, ironing, childcare for example). In return, he/she receives a compound salary exclusively benefits in kind (accommodation, food...). Find an au pair agency : https://iapa.org/ - www.ufaap.org - www.loffice.org - www.unosel.org
Erasmus for young entrepreneurs
It is a cross-border exchange programme which gives new or aspiring entrepreneurs the chance to learn from experienced entrepreneurs running small businesses in other Participating Countries.
EURES – Targeted Mobility Scheme (EURES TMS)
This action promotes professional mobility in another EU country, Norway and Iceland. EURES TMS provides EU jobseekers and employers with a set of dedicated services to find a job, traineeship or apprenticeship opportunity and to find motivated and qualified workers.
French Assistant abroad
France Education International offers several thousand French teaching assistant positions abroad, in more than 30 countries. This programme is aimed at French students aged between 20 and 35, subject to certain conditions regarding qualifications and language proficiency.
More information and organisations active in this field
France TravailThe national employment agency in France
PVTistesThe reference organisation for French people who want to go abroad with a Working holiday visa. The website gives information, advice, tips, tutorials, etc.
Interesting links
Find a job abroadA guide by Eurodesk with information, tips, stories and useful websites to help you find a job abroad.
1young1solutionFor each young person from 15 to 30, there is a solution for his/her future! Job, internships, sandwich course, experience abroad...
Going internationalPractical information, job offers, mobility assistance: everything you need to make your international experience a success, from departure to return to France.
EuropassEuropass allows you to create your CVs and cover letters free of charge, find a job or training course in Europe, store your documents in a secure online space, test your digital skills... and much more!
European Jobs DaysHelp you find your job in Europe