Internships in France and abroad with ESCE
At ESCE, internships play a central role in the academic curriculum. A genuine gateway to employment, each business school internship enables students to develop concrete professional experience, put their skills into practice and gain a better understanding of the realities of the economic world, both in France and abroad.
As part of a demanding, internationally-oriented curriculum, internships at ESCE give students the opportunity to explore different sectors, refine their career plans and boost their employability. Thanks to dedicated support, students are given the tools they need to find an internship and make the most of their work experience.

Why do an internship while studying at ESCE?
An ESCE business school internship provides solid professional experience, directly connected to the realities of the business world. Internships are designed as genuine professionalization tools, integrated into the academic curriculum from the very first years.
- Professionalization: gradual immersion in demanding professional environments
- Practical application of skills: concrete application of theoretical knowledge acquired in class
- Employability: developing skills sought after by companies in France and abroad
- Network: first connections with professionals, partner companies and alumni
Internships at ESCE: a progressive career path
ESCE internships are part of an evolving career path, adapted to each student’s level of study and objectives. This progression enables students to gain autonomy, expertise and responsibility.
International Bachelor Program internships
- 1st year: 3-month discovery internship, for a first immersion in the professional world and international trade professions
- 2nd year: 3-month internship, in France or abroad, to deepen skills and better understand business challenges
- 3rd year: 6-month end-of-studies internship, with the possibility of specialization or pre-employment
👉 Up to 12 months of internships throughout the Bachelor program.
Internships in the Grande École Program
- 1st year: observation and discovery internship lasting 2 to 3 months, first approach to the workings of a company
- 3rd year: 6-month pre-specialization internship (marketing, finance, logistics, international trade, etc.) to identify your future profession
- Optional internships in 4th year: to deepen professional experience
- 5th year: 6-month end-of-studies internship, starting in January, often seen as a springboard to a pre-employment position (job or VIE).
👉 Up to 20 months of professional experience possible throughout the Grande École Program.
Master of science internships
MSc programs include high value-added internships directly linked to the chosen specialization. These experiences help consolidate business expertise and accelerate professional integration, often in an international context.

Where to do your internship? In France and abroad
True to its vocation, ESCE strongly encourages international internships. When an internship is carried out in France, it must include an international dimension, either through the missions entrusted or through the work environment.
Students can do their internship :
- in France or abroad
- in companies of all sizes
- in a variety of sectors: marketing, finance, international trade, logistics, luxury goods, consulting, etc.
These experiences enable us to develop a real capacity for adaptation, to understand a variety of cultural and organizational practices, and to reinforce our mastery of foreign languages in a professional context.
ESCE’s support in finding an internship
ESCE provides personalized support to help each student find an internship and successfully integrate into the workforce.

Dedicated individual support
Two specialized advisors accompany students every step of the way:
– Interview preparation (simulations, coaching)
– Defining your professional project
– CV and application optimization

Concrete tools and opportunities
– More than 7,000 internship and work-study offers per year, in France and abroad
– Practical workshops: elevator pitch, preparation for integration into the company
– Company visits and contacts with recruiters

A powerful professional network
– More than 10,000 partner companies
– Organization of job datings, job boxes and career events
– Company visits and contacts with recruiters
– Access to the ESCE Alumni network : over 15,000 graduates in 80 countries
Personalized support
At ESCE, every student benefits from personalized support to help them find an internship that matches their professional goals. A dedicated advisor is with you every step of the way, from optimizing your CV to preparing for interviews, and promoting your profile on professional networks.
- Match’UP, your gateway to business: Access Match’UP, our dedicated platform, and submit your CV to be contacted directly by our partner companies. You’ll find targeted job offers tailored to your specialization and sector of activity. Thousands of recent vacancies in one place, from job boards, corporate career sites and our own network of partner companies.
- Coaching and events: Take part in practical workshops and our monthly Job Datings to meet recruiters and multiply your opportunities. Throughout your studies, our teams will support you to ensure that your academic and professional experience is a complete success.
SERVICE RELATIONS ENTREPRISES (SREA) / CENTER D’EXPERTISE ET DE SERVICES (CES)
STUDENTS :
Need help finding an internship, managing internship agreements, monitoring internships…
For Paris, contact: 01 81 51 15 15 / accompagnement.esce.paris@esce.fr
For Lyon, contact: 04 78 29 75 43 / anne-claire.montant@esce.fr
Need help finding a work-study program?
For Paris, contact: 01 80 80 01 70 / stage.alternance.paris@omneseducation.com
For Lyon, contact: 04 72 71 14 78 / srea.lyon@omneseducation.com
Have you found your work-study program?
For Paris, contact: 01 80 80 01 70 / srea.paris@omneseducation.com
For Lyon, contact: 04 72 71 14 78 / srea.lyon@omneseducation.com
Questions about your work-study contract?
For Paris, contact: 01 80 80 01 70 / contrat.esce.paris@omneseducation.com
For Lyon, contact: 04 72 71 14 78 / contrat.esce.lyon@omneseducation.com
Problems finding a work-study placement, problems with your company, need for individualized support?
For Paris, contact: 01 81 51 15 15 / accompagnement.esce.paris@esce.fr
For Lyon, contact: 04 78 29 75 43 / anne-claire.montant@esce.fr
COMPANIES :
Are you looking for a work-study student or intern?
For Paris, contact: 01 80 80 01 70 / recrutez.paris@omneseducation.com
For Lyon, contact: 04 72 71 14 78 / srea.lyon@omneseducation.com
Would you like to submit a work-study or internship offer?
Would you like to start a contractualization procedure?
For Paris, contact: 01 80 80 01 70 / contact.entreprise.paris@omneseducation.com
For Lyon, contact: 04 72 71 14 78 / srea.lyon@omneseducation.com
Do you have a question about your work-study contract?
For Paris, contact: 01 80 80 01 70 / contrat.esce.paris@omneseducation.com
For Lyon, contact: 04 72 71 14 78 / contrat.esce.lyon@omneseducation.com
Would you like to take part in an event?
Job Dating, Career Round Tables, Dedicated Forums, Conferences, Case Studies, Examination Boards…
For Paris, contact: 01 80 80 01 70 / evenements.paris@omneseducation.com
For Lyon, contact: 04 72 71 14 78 / srea.lyon@omneseducation.com
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