Hospitality Internships in France

Hospitality Internships in France for International Students

Hotel - Accommodation

Reception

Support at the front desk, handling telephone calls and emails.
Respond to guest requests, provide local information, manage reservations, check-in/check-out, and reservation management.

Housekeeping Management

Plan and organise housekeeping services for guest rooms.
Housekeeping Staff
Monitor equipment and supplies, assist with organisation and preparation of rooms, laundry, and common areas.

Reservations and Sales (assistant)

Manage booking requests, enter reservations, use online platforms (Booking, Expedia, etc.).
Organise seminars, group bookings, and events.
Support social media, promotional materials, advertising campaigns, website updates, and liaise with travel agents and partners.

Culinary arts - Cooking

Kitchen Assistant
Support the team with production, "mise en place", preparation of ingredients, simple assistance in dish preparation, following recipes, managing orders and stock, washing dishes, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness...

Food & Beverage Service

Waiter / Waitress assistant
Welcoming guests, taking orders, and serving dishes.

Chef de Rang / Demi-Chef de Rang Assistant (depending on experience)
Managing a service section and coordinating with the kitchen team.

Sommelier / Bar

Assistant sommelier

Prepare glasses, decanters, and other service accessories, manage the wine cellar, inventory, stock, and deliveries of wines and spirits.
Junior bar assistant/ bartender
Prepare drinks, serve at the bar, and welcome guests.

Restaurant

✔ Personalised assessment of the candidate’s profile

✔ Online interview (French/English)

✔ Evaluation of technical skills and French language level

✔ Selection of the host company

✔ Internship proposal and detailed description (tasks and responsibilities)

✔ Introduction to the host company and internship supervisor

✔ Coordination of the internship agreement

✔ Assistance and guidance before departure

✔ Follow-up throughout the internship

✔ Possibility of one replacement in case of a major issue with the internship (maximum once) *

Essential

475 €

Comfort

675 €

Premium

775 €

✔ Airport/train station pickup

✔Arrival Guide (practical information, directions to your internship location, local transport guidance, and essential tips

✔ Accommodation assistance (options, pricing, booking support)

✔ 5 one-to-one online French lessons

Work experience in France

Our Support Packages

All services

included in the

Essential Package

+

All services

included in the

Comfort Package

+

✔ 3 one-to-one online French lessons (total = 8 private lessons)

✔ Accommodation search, selection and booking

✔ 7/7 days a week assistance

* A major issue refers to serious and justified reasons (e.g. a sudden change in the host company’s activity, or the intern’s decision to pursue a different direction).

Do you need extra French lessons before your internship?
We can arrange additional group or private lessons tailored to your needs.

Please enquire

Experience a professional and cultural immersion

in the South-West of France

FAQs

Who can apply ?

Students in hospitality and catering, nationals of the European Union (Erasmus+ Mobility) or from outside Europe, currently enrolled in a school or university.

What is the minimum and maximum length of the internship ?

Internships last between 1 and 6 months.

Where and in which sectors do you offer internships ?

We offer internships in hospitality and catering in the South-West of France, particularly in Dordogne, Gironde (Bordeaux and the Atlantic Coast), Landes, French Basque region, and Lot-et-Garonne.

What happens if my internships doesn't work out ?

We do our best to ensure that your internship goes smoothly. However, if the placement does not work out, we will offer you a new internship.

Is accommodation included ?

No. However,

With the Comfort package, we assist you in finding accommodation.
With the Premium package, we organise your accommodation.

Are internships paid ?

It depends on the duration of the internship. Short term internships (1-2 months) are generally unpaid, but some companies may offer a compensation ("gratification").

A compensation becomes legally mandatory if the internship exceeds 2 months (44 days at 7 hours per day), consecutive or not. Below this threshold, it is optional and depends on an agreement between the intern and the host company.

Minimum legal compensation (if applicable)
From 1 January 2026, the minimum legal stipend is €4.50 per hour of actual presence, approximately €630 per month.

For more information, see Article 10 of our Terms and Conditions.

Do I need administrative documents?

Yes. You must have an internship agreement issued by your school/university, as well as an insurance certificate covering civil liability, accidents, illness, and medical repatriation.

What is the minimum level of French required ?

Level A2 – Elementary level.

Do you offer French classes before the internship ?

Yes.

France Internships offers individual online French lessons and group in-person classes at French language schools near the internship location.