Would you like to gain international experience whilst promoting your language and culture? The France Éducation International programme enables you to go abroad on teaching assignments in schools.
The France Éducation International programme: what does it involve?
The aim of this programme is to give French students the opportunity to familiarise themselves with the language and culture of the host country, whilst bringing the authenticity of their own language and the richness of their own culture to educational institutions. This exchange experience contributes to the students’ development and professional growth and represents a considerable asset in their academic career.
MISSIONS
Each year, around 1,500 language assistants are placed in schools (primary or secondary) or universities in 35 countries for a period of 4.5 to 12 months. They assist the French teacher(s) by carrying out one or more of the following tasks: practising spoken French with pupils alongside the teacher, leading conversation classes with pupils, introducing pupils to French civilisation and culture, and taking part in various educational activities at the school...
HOW TO APPLY?
As soon as the 2026 application cycle opens, you will be able to:
- Take the online eligibility test (nationality, age, academic background).
- Apply online; applications for the language assistant exchange programme are completed entirely online via the ADELE platform.
- Attend an interview with an assessor, who will evaluate your language proficiency and motivation. The invitation is initiated by the candidate via ADELE.
- Attach the required supporting documents and then submit your application.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
- Be a French national or a citizen of the European Union;
- Be aged between 20 and 35 (as at 31 December of the year of selection for the programme);
- Have completed secondary education at a French school, either in France or abroad;
- Be enrolled at a French higher education institution, whether attending in person, studying remotely or on an exchange programme (some destinations accept recent graduates and former assistants)
- Hold, at the time of application, the qualification specified in the country profile;
- Have a good knowledge of the host country’s language, minimum level B1
The criteria listed are general and may therefore vary depending on the destination; please be sure to check the relevant country information sheet.
LANGUAGES AND COUNTRIES COVERED
German: Germany, Liechtenstein, Austria, German-speaking Switzerland English: United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, India, Kenya Chinese: China, Taiwan Spanish: Argentina, Bolivia, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Mexico, Peru, Spain
Other languages: Italy, Portugal, Brazil, Egypt, Belarus, Poland
APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN FOR THE 2026 RECRUITMENT CAMPAIGN
Students wishing to take part in the programme can apply from 6 January 2026; applications will remain open until 10 March inclusive for most of the destinations on offer. Some intakes will remain open after 10 March, as indicated in the recruitment calendar.
France Éducation International will usually let you know between April and September (depending on the country) whether your application has been accepted onto the main list or whether you are on the reserve list.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the International Relations Office.