Are you a young person looking to work in the United States or elsewhere? Then the Volontariat International en Entreprise or VIE is for you!
It’s very difficult for a young graduate to start his or her professional career abroad. Thanks to the Volontariat International en Entreprise program, this is now accessible to all.
Created in 2001, the VIE program enables young people between the ages of 18 and 28 , whatever their level of education, to carry out assignments abroad for French companies over a period of 6 to 24 months. More than 15,000 young people have already tried out the program, 6,000 of whom are currently working abroad. Travel expenses, a monthly allowance (ranging from €1,100 to €2,900) and social security cover are paid by the company.
The United States is the leading host country for V.I.E. programs, with 655 young people currently on assignment. The chances of being hired by the company after an assignment are high: 70% of young people who have completed an assignment have subsequently been hired by the company, half of them abroad.
The top 3 sectors employing VIEs are banking, automotive and oil & gas. More and more companies are using the VIE program because of its advantages. VIE positions are exempt from social security contributions, and the government handles the administrative side…
With its advantages for the young graduate and its benefits for the company, the VIE is a great opportunity for everyone. There are also two other forms: VIA (Volontariat International en Administration) and VIS (volontariat International Scientifique). No more excuses for not going abroad!
