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The V.I.E – International Internship Program is an H.R. initiative for international mobility backed by the French government. Opened to all companies with a French establishment, it enables organisations to recruit French or European talent, aged between 18 and 28, to carry out a professional assignment abroad for 6 to 24 months. Very advantageous and cost-effective, this program is managed by Business France and enjoys a public status within a protective framework.

A V.I.E in Norway

Discover what it’s like to be a V.I.E in Norway by watching the video of Marie Gaultier, winner of the V.I.E Norway 2023 Prize. In January 2023, Marie moved to Kristiansand in southern Norway to start her VIE adventure at Elkem Silicones. She is responsible for setting up a new internal communication strategy to strengthen the relationship between different departments worldwide.

Find your next Talent

Tap into an abundant pool of highly qualified talents

The opportunity to gain international experience has a strong appeal among recent graduates. Our database of candidates exceeds 50,000 talents, covering a large spectrum of academic training (engineers, computer scientists, business developers, marketing specialists, financial analysts, …). Most applicants already have professional experience and international exposure.
Did you know that 1 out of 2 talents choose to pursue their career in the organisation for which they did their V.I.E mission? This V.I.E is not only an excellent tool to attract talents, but also to retain them!

Making your HR process easier

Diversify your hiring and grow your cross-cultural skill set.
Over two decades, V.I.E has become a must-have for HR departments in many multinational companies (Renault Trucks, Pernod Ricard, Alstom, Schneider Electric, …). It complements their in-house graduate programs and contributes to talents’ cross-border mobility. If you value workplace diversity and the international mobility of talents, the V.I.E program is designed for you!
The V.I.E platform significantly increases job offer visibility for towards young professionals for small and medium companies with an international footprint.

Rely on Business France operational support

Every step of the V.I.E program is designed to make the whole experience hassle-free. The recruitment process is streamlined through a central database managed by Business France. You can either source the database or delegate your search to our specialists, who will shortlist the best profiles.
Since all V.I.E professionals are hired on a French contract and enjoy French social benefits, Business France and its partners handle all administrative procedures (payroll, contract, insurance, visa and upon request, travel and recruitment processes).