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Start as a Trainee.
Graduate as a Leader.

Work in premium European hotels while you earn, and walk away with a French degree that travels with you.
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Your path to excellence

European Certification and Career Center offers two options for candidates to choose from. The France track offers an internship pathway, while the Greece track offers a seasonal employment pathway. Both tracks provide an option for the candidate to complete their Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in France through a work/study route.

Title The France Track
(Paid Internship)		 The Greece Track
(Seasonal Employment Pathway)
Status Start with a paid internship at premium hotel/hospitality partners. Start with full-time seasonal employment with access to social rights as per law.
Duration Intern for 6 to 7 months with full immersion. 6-7 months in luxury establishments.
Visa Long-stay internship visa processed by the authorities. Temporary worker visa processed by the authorities.
Pay Interns in France receive a legally mandated allowance of €600+ per month*, varying by hours worked. €1,000 - €1,200 per month*, as per a specific wage agreement and subject to applicable minimum wage criteria.
Language Requirements IELTS score of 5.5. IELTS score of 5.5.
Title
The France Track (Paid Internship)
The Greece Track (Seasonal Employment Pathway)
Status
Start with a paid internship at premium hotel/hospitality partners.
Start with full-time seasonal employment with access to social rights as per law.
Duration
Intern for 6 to 7 months with full immersion.
6-7 months in luxury establishments.
Visa
Long-stay internship visa processed by the authorities.
Temporary worker visa processed by the authorities.
Pay
Interns in France receive a legally mandated allowance of €600+ per month*, varying by hours worked.
€1,000 - €1,200 per month*, as per a specific wage agreement and subject to applicable minimum wage criteria.
Language Requirements
IELTS score of 5.5.
IELTS score of 5.5.

Three Phases.
One Career.

The European Certification and Career Center’s Hospitality Work/Study Program is built on a unique model that combines paid professional immersion in premium European hotels with world-class academic qualifications, taking you a step closer to a leadership role in the luxury hospitality industry.

Phase 01
  • Location: Greece or France.
  • Status: Employee or Intern.
  • Income*: €1,000 - €1,200 net (Greece) / €600+ (France).
  • Benefits: Accommodation and Meals.
  • Build European experience and earn a professional reference.

6-7

months
  • Enrol for your bachelor's degree.
  • Work-study or Alternance: 3 weeks/month in a hotel & 1 week/month of study.
  • Opportunity for 100% tuition fee funding.
  • Earning potential of up to €1000/month*.
  • Complete a bachelor's degree at RNCP Level 6.

12

months
  • Pursue an MBA in Hospitality in France.
  • Continue as a work-study student.
  • Work 3 weeks in a hotel & study 1 week per month.
  • Earning potential of up to €1000 to €1600/month* based on age & experience.
  • Complete an MBA degree in Hospitality at RNCP Level 7.

24

months
Your French degree doesn’t just open minds; it opens borders. Eligible graduates can stay and work in Europe for up to 12 months after graduation, turning their academic journey into a launchpad for an international hospitality career.
(Subject to eligibility criteria and current French immigration regulations, which may change.)

Program Benefits

Earn From Day One

Potential to earn €1,000 to €1,200 per month* from day one, working with prestigious European establishments. Unlike traditional unpaid internships, this program allows you to earn while you learn.

Schengen Access

Facilitated pathways give you exposure to two distinct luxury hospitality markets, France and Greece, and 1–2 months of Schengen access at the end of your contract to travel across Europe.

Complete Your Degree for Free

When selected through the work/study program, you may be eligible for a 100% tuition funding of up to €10,000 a year, giving you an opportunity to complete your degree for free.

A Globally Recognised French Degree

Graduate with a Bachelor's degree at RNCP Level 6, recognized globally. This is a real academic currency that travels with you anywhere in the world.

Premium Hotel Network & Partnerships

Hotel Partners

Our program maintains partnerships with a premium hospitality network spanning France and Greece, comprising 4-star and 5-star hotels in France and over 50 high-end establishments in Greece.

20,000+

Hotels in our extended network across Greece and France

Eligibility Criteria

Criterion
Requirement
Academic qualifications
  • 2-year diploma in Hospitality, Catering, Tourism, or Hotel Management, or 120 ECTS credits in a related field.
  • Equivalent international degrees are also accepted after evaluation.
  • BTP and BTS are accepted equally, subject to selection by the employer.
Age limits
  • The minimum age to enrol is 18 years.
  • Students must be under 26 at the exact time of Bachelor enrollment (Phase 2).
  • Ideal age for Phase 1 is around 20.
Language skills
  • An IELTS score of 5.5+ is required for both the France and Greece tracks.
  • English eligibility is required for bachelor’s admission (Phase 2).
  • It can be obtained during the 3-month Paris preparatory period.
International mobility
  • The candidate must hold a valid passport.
  • He/she should be willing to relocate abroad.
  • Ready to adapt quickly to a new, culturally intense professional environment.
Professional motivation
  • The candidate must demonstrate passion for luxury hospitality
    and excellent customer service orientation.
  • They should be driven by ambition to build a sustainable global career.
  • Prior experience can significantly increase the chances of employability.
Personal qualities
  • The candidate must show high adaptability and a strong team spirit.
  • They should have a service-oriented mindset in every interaction.
  • Absolute professionalism is expected, which is assessed during selection interviews.

Fee Structure

Your roadmap to becoming a luxury hotel director is backed by an affordable investment structure. By combining a potentially 100% funded academic degree with monthly stipends (subject to applicable wage terms), the program is built to maximize your return on investment from day one.

  • Application Fee

€100

Paid along with the completed application & is non-refundable

  • Admission Fee

€400

Paid upon admission decision & is non-refundable

  • Profile Evaluation, Visa and Documentation Processing Fee

€3,500

Paid after profile evaluation & submission of visa application

  • Total Program Fee

€4,000**

Paid along with the completed application & is non-refundable

*Income figures or earnings shown for the Greece seasonal employment pathway or for the France internship pathway are indicative estimates only. Actual earnings may vary depending on the employer, sector, hours worked, contract terms, seasonal demand, applicable minimum wage regulations, taxes, and social security contributions in each country. These figures do not constitute a guarantee of income or placement, and are subject to change without prior notice. Candidates are encouraged to confirm exact terms and conditions directly with the employer or program coordinator before accepting a placement.

** The €4,000 program fee covers application, admission, and visa processing and is separate from academic tuition, which may be employer-funded (see Phase 2).

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