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Sanofi Early Careers: France Promoting youth employment

We are committed to training, developing and recruiting early talents - it’s in our DNA.

Each year, we are immensely proud to have more than 1,500 early talents from diverse backgrounds in our teams. By working on tasks and assignments that involve empowerment and increase professionalism, apprentices and interns are able to develop know-how and interpersonal skills, allowing them to make great strides in their career journey.

Our key initiatives

We are committed to supporting all early talents, regardless of their backgrounds and areas of expertise, by guiding them through a unique learning journey, including key milestones along the way:

Welcome day:
Your integration begins with an onboarding day that will help you understand our vision, our priorities, and the role you will play at Sanofi.

An apprenticeship excellence journey:
  • A dedicated manager-mentor who defines your assignments, evaluates your progress, and adjusts your path
  • The Sanofi Learning Hub: our platform for professional training and cross-functional skills (digital, personal development)
  • The Training Passport: a unique soft skills certification, designed by and for apprentices, combining theory and immersive practice

The "Starting Blocks for Youth":
A community of apprentices and interns, led by a team of apprentices. On the agenda: integration, networking, and career discovery at our sites.

Careers days:
Our digital job fair to boost your professional integration. Advice, exclusive meetings, and interviews with our partners and recruiters.

Altern’Up competition:
Do you have an entrepreneurial project? This competition co-organized by Sanofi in partnership with FIPA can offer winners coaching and financial support up to €10,000.

Learn more about Altern’Up

iMove program:
Want to develop your skills internationally? This tailor-made program opens the doors to VIE (International Volunteering in Companies) for young European professionals for assignments around the world.

Learn more about iMove

Apprenticeships

An apprenticeship is an accelerator of both professional and personal skills. That is why we continue our commitment to young people by welcoming more than 1,500 apprentices and interns every year, contributing to equal opportunities.

We were also recognized in 2026 by our apprentices and interns with the HappyIndex® Trainees label, awarded by Choose My Company: 92.4% of them recommend Sanofi as a place to complete their internship or apprenticeship.

"Place d'Avenir": coaching, networking & job dating

Place d'Avenir is an event that goes out every year to meet young people across France.

Each event includes HR coaching, employee insights, the chance to network with our experts in Research & Development, Digital & Data, and Industrial, as well as offering job dating sessions to help you potentially secure an apprenticeship.

More information coming soon for the 2026 edition.

Learn more
Play Video: Work-study at Sanofi with Léa, Vaccine Analysis Manager at the mRNA Center of Excellence

Lea, Vaccine Analysis Apprentice at the mRNA Centre of Excellence

With her strong passion for research, Lea talks to us about the wide range of jobs she works with on a daily basis, and about what it’s like working as an apprentice in this department at the forefront of innovation.

Play Video: Apprenticeship at Sanofi with Ivy-Steaven, CSR Project Manager

Ivy-Steaven, CSR Project Apprentice

In the CSR department, it is “commitment” that guides Ivy-Steaven in what he does. He talks to us about Sanofi's major commitments in France, such as guaranteeing access to care for vulnerable people, creating an inclusive work environment, and taking action for a healthier planet.

Play Video: Apprenticeship at Sanofi with Nadia, Digital Communications Manager

Nadia, Digital Communication Manager

Formerly an intern, an apprentice, and then a VIE, Nadia is now digital communications manager at our Gentilly Campus. Driven by a zest for learning, she has found great inspiration from health experts. Take a look at the opportunities that have shaped her journey.

Play Video: Work-study at Sanofi with Enzo, Customer Attaché

Enzo, Account Manager Apprentice

This “first real professional experience” was an important springboard for Enzo. Through his enthusiasm and determination, and thanks to the key role played by his manager, Enzo has made every day count in his professional journey. He shares his experience with us.

Play Video: Work-study program at Sanofi with Joséphine, Employer Brand and Youth Policy Project Manager

Joséphine, Youth Policy Project Manager

One of the key figures of Sanofi's Early Talent Policy, Joséphine walks us through the major milestones of the apprentices and interns journey at our company.

Play Video: Apprenticeship at Sanofi with Inès, Quality Assurance Manager

Inès, Quality Assurance Manager

In addition to her work assignments, Inès is involved in the Starting Blocks For Youth community. Since 2017, this group of students is leading a network of 2,200 apprentices and interns, which focuses on skills development and well-being in the workplace. Find out what drove her to join the initiative.

Play Video: Work-study at Sanofi with Océane, Biotechnology Production Manager

Océane, Biotechnology Production Technician

Océane began her career as an apprentice, then became a technician. . Through these various roles, she was able to learn, adapt and grow. Now as a training instructor, she invests her time in passing on her expertise to students.

Play Video: Work-study at Sanofi with Valentin, People Excellence Partner

Valentin, People Excellence Partner

Former apprentice Valentin is now People Excellence Partner for our Human Resource teams. He shares his journey, highlighting the importance of being daring, curious and cultivating your network.

By numbers

+1,500

apprenticeships and interns

+200

International Volunteering in company (VIE)

50

Industrial Research Training Conventions (CIFRE)

23%

of our permanent positions are filled by early talents

“Place d’avenir”: visiting Priority Districts of the City Policiesto meet Early talents

Inclusion is an integral part of our Diversity, Equality & Inclusion policy. Since 2021, we have been meeting Early Talents from all backgrounds during our “Place d’Avenir” recruitment events, in partnership with Mozaïk RH, specialized in recruitment with inclusion. The aim of these events is to introduce Early Talents to our company, our jobs, our commitments and our apprenticeship opportunities.

Place d’Avenir: a coaching, networking and job dating program

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