Work-Study Month

  • Dates: April 1 to 30, 2026
  • Location:

💻 Work-Study Month is an online event designed to connect students looking for work-study contracts with recruiters seeking new talent. This month-long event allows students to prepare, apply, and meet with employers, while recruiters can post job openings, review resumes, and showcase their companies.

💼​ businesses

Work-Study Month is a unique opportunity for recruiters to meet motivated students who are ready to join a work-study program. By participating, you will be able to:

  • Post your job offers
    Publish your work-study contract offers in a dedicated space accessible to students looking for new opportunities.
  • Access a CV database
    Consult a dynamic CV database and highlight the profiles that match your work-study needs.
  • Showcase your organization with a video
    Share your company’s vision, expectations, and career opportunities by sending us a video presentation of your organization. We will feature this video on our platforms to inform students about your organization and highlight its strengths.

🎓students

Work-Study Month is a unique opportunity for students to prepare for and find a work-study contract. During this special month, you’ll be able to:

  • Discover work-study programs
    Participate in webinars and listen to testimonials from work-study students to better understand the challenges and benefits of work-study programs.
  • Get organized and prepare for your work-study search
    Attend practical workshops on writing resumes, cover letters, and preparing for video interviews to maximize your chances of success.
  • Apply for jobs posted by recruiters
    Access an online recruitment portal and apply directly for work-study positions offered by participating companies.

🎥panel discussion

Tuesday, April 14, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Testimonials from work-study students: feedback and advice for success

Join this roundtable discussion where work-study students will share their experiences, challenges, and successes! It's a great opportunity to exchange ideas, get practical advice, and ask any questions you may have. 🚀

Panel discussion moderated by Maëva Gisdal – CFA Ensup-LR and Salomé Bessaih – Continuing Education Department (SFC).

🎥Webinars 

Preparation workshop

Tuesday, March 24, at 5 p.m.

Registered with the Business Forum for your work-study program? We will help you understand the challenges of the event and optimize your application to better showcase your profile to recruiters.

Hosted by the Office for Professional Integration – SCUIO-IP – University of Montpellier, and by NQT.

What is work-study?

Wednesday, April 1, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

What is work-study?

What are the different types of work-study programs? How do I go about it? Who should I contact?

  • Presentation of the professional training contract and the apprenticeship contract
  • Introducing the key players you need to know
  • Tools and resources

Hosted by Maëva Gisdal – CFA Ensup-LR and Salomé Bessaih – Continuing Education Department (SFC)

storytelling

Thursday, April 2, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Storytelling: Highlighting Your Journey to Stand Out

Do you want to stand out in an interview—especially through your oral presentation—or on LinkedIn? Mylène Barra, a public speaking coach, will show you how to use storytelling to give meaning to your career journey and present it in a clear, coherent, and memorable way.

Hosted by Mylène Barra, public speaking coach

Use the available information to ensure a successful work-study program

Thursday, April 23, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Guided tour of the SCUIO-IP Observatory website, which analyzes and provides you with a wealth of information:

– Detailed description of the jobs held by former students

– Names of graduates' employers

– Names of courses taken during further studies

Moderated by Vincent Velay of the Observatory for Student Monitoring and Career Integration, part of the SCUIO-IP at the University of Montpellier

NQT Mentoring

Tuesday, April 28, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00–7:30 p.m.

How to Impress Recruiters ?

A webinar led by a corporate professional to help you understand what recruiters are looking for and tailor your application so you can find a work-study program more easily.

Hosted by Emmanuelle Tafoiry of NQT and Emile Jame, a work-study student at Airbus Atlantic 

📌Upcoming company presentations

Companies invite you to learn about their business, their organization, and the positions and candidates they are looking for through a video.

Mothers in Science

🗣️Testimonials from work-study students


Event organized by the Office for Professional Integration – SCUIO-IP – University of Montpellier