Work-study
from the 4th year

For certain specializations, EFAP School of Communication students complete their fourth and/or fifth year of study on a work-study program, as part of an apprenticeship or professionalization contract. They alternate one week of classes with three weeks in the company, combining theory and practice. By choosing to offer work-study training in communications from fourth year onwards, we give our students the opportunity to consolidate their knowledge during the three years of initial training, before plunging into the professional world. Three crucial years that enable them to gain maturity and build their network through internships.

We're convinced that the feeling of belonging to a school, class spirit, educational events and dynamic campus life play an essential role in students' personal and professional development. These seminal and memorable experiences play a major role in the construction of future career paths, and make these three years an essential foundation before calmly considering the possibility of continuing one's studies in a work-study program.

How does work-study at EFAP work?

At EFAP, the type of work-study contract depends on the student's status.

The apprenticeship contract is aimed at young people aged 16 to 29, enabling them to obtain a diploma by alternating between the school and a company, with funding provided by the OPCOs. The professionalization contract, on the other hand, is aimed at young people aged 16 to 25 and aged 26 and over, facilitating rapid integration thanks to a balance between courses and practical work experience.

These two contracts enable students on work-study communication courses to gain solid experience while preparing for their degree in the communications and marketing sectors.

What's the schedule?

EFAP's communication work-study schedule is designed to offer an optimal balance between training periods and in-company experience. Students alternate between the school and the company on a schedule of three weeks in the company and one week in the classroom. This schedule enables students in work-study communication programs to consolidate their academic knowledge while applying it directly in a professional environment. In addition, specific periods are set aside for exams and end-of-year projects, ensuring that students can focus fully on their academic success.

The timetable can also vary slightly from campus to campus and according to the partnerships established with companies, offering a flexibility that meets the needs of each student and the expectations of their future profession in communications.

What salary for a work-study student in communication?

The salary in work-study depends on three main factors: the type of contract (apprenticeship contract or professionalization contract), the student's age, and their level of education. In France, the remuneration of work-study students is regulated by law and corresponds to a percentage of the SMIC or the company's minimum collective agreement salary.

Salary in apprenticeship contract

In an apprenticeship contract, the salary evolves according to age and year of study.

For work-study students aged 21 to 25:

• 53% of the SMIC in the 1st year
• 61% of the SMIC in the 2nd year
• 78% of the SMIC in the 3rd year

From 26 years old, the salary is at least 100% of the SMIC, or the minimum collective agreement salary if it is more advantageous.

Salary in professionalization contract

In a professionalization contract, the salary also depends on age and level of qualification.

For work-study students aged 21 to 25:

• 70% of the SMIC minimum
• 80% of the SMIC minimum for holders of a high school diploma or a higher qualification

For those aged 26 and over:

• at least the SMIC,
• or 85% of the minimum collective agreement salary if it is more advantageous.

Thanks to work-study in communication, students can finance their studies while gaining solid professional experience in a company.

Work-study in the 4th year at EFAP

In 4th year at EFAP, students can choose to continue their training in work-study to develop their professional experience while continuing their studies in communication.

Two paths are available to complete a 4th year in work-study at EFAP:

• A 4th year generalist in communication, offered in work-study and available at all EFAP campuses in France. It allows students to deepen the fundamentals of communication while gaining practical experience in a company.
• The 4th year of the Specialized MBA in Digital Marketing & Business, available only at the EFAP Paris campus, is designed for students wishing to specialize in digital strategies, marketing, and business transformation.

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Work-study in the 5th year at EFAP

EFAP offers 11 Specialized MBAs in work-study, allowing students to gain recognized professional expertise while working in a company. This final year of training is designed to meet market demands and prepare for a quick professional integration in the fields of communication, marketing, and media.

Our Specialized MBAs in work-study cover key areas of communication such as:

• digital
• strategic Marketing
• events communication
• luxury
• advertising
• sport business
• gastronomy
• communication and marketing of wines and spirits

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