International Students and Apprenticeships in France 2026: Residence Permits and Procedures
Residence permit, work authorisation, permitted hours, CFA: the 2026 guide to the steps required to sign a work-study contract in France as an international student.
Apprenticeship at a Large Company or an SME: Which Should You Choose in 2026?
Large corporation, mid-cap, SME or micro-business: compare salary, assignments, supervision and hiring prospects to choose the right host company for your apprenticeship in 2026.
Work-study with a company across the border: the 2026 rules
Switzerland, Luxembourg, Belgium, Germany: can you do your apprenticeship with a cross-border company? 2026 rules, pay, status and how to apply.
Work-Study Budget 2026: How to Manage Your Apprentice Salary
Net pay, the 50/30/20 method, a sample budget, hidden costs and aid (APL, Mobili-Jeune, activity bonus): the 2026 budget guide for work-study students.
Work-Study 2026: How to Balance Work, Studies and Personal Life?
Time blocking, weekly check-ins with your mentor, paid CFA time, 5 days to revise: how to organise your time in a work-study programme without burning out.
Work-study job market 2026: sectors and groups that are hiring
Contracts signed, shortage sectors, large groups (EDF, La Poste, Air France…) and SMEs: an overview of the work-study market in France in 2026 and how to apply.