Internships
Professional internships allow students to progressively develop their technical skills and professional posture in real working environments.
Depending on their progression, performance, and professional readiness, students may access placements in prestigious establishments such as Michelin-starred restaurants, luxury hotels, or international venues that would otherwise be difficult to reach.
The École Ducasse internship advantage
Our mission is to give you clarity, confidence, and autonomy to build a long-lasting and rewarding career in the world of gastronomy and hospitality.
Recognizing the importance of internships to this mission, we help you achieve the best quality outcomes.
Multiple internship offers
Our students commonly receive several internship offers, giving them the freedom to choose placements that best fit their goals, while targeting industries with high recruitment demand.
Access to world-renowned establishments
Our reputation and partnerships provide a pathway to some of the most prestigious venues; opportunities which are rarely made available to the general public.
Internships that go beyond immersion
Each placement complements your academic journey, strengthens your craft, expands your professional network, and adds immediate value to your CV/resume.
From internship to career
Many students receive their first job offer from an establishment where they completed an internship.
Access to world-renowned establishments
Our Career Development Team is dedicated to opening doors that will allow you to network with prestigious professionals in gastronomy.
You will be empowered to design and pursue your own internship pathways, enabling you to explore different roles and concepts in order to find the best fit for your career ambitions.
While we cannot guarantee future employment opportunities, these are all industry segments and enterprises in which our students have previously secured internships:
‘Star’ restaurants and high gastronomy
Aux Lyonnais, Bouche, Dali at Le Meurice, Le Bristol, Le Mandarin Oriental, Sacré Frenchy, Shangri-La Paris.
Pastry and bakery shops
Bastien Blanc Tailleur, Claire Hetzler, Conticini, Cyril Lignac, La Meringaie, Pierre Hermé.
Prestigious hotels and palaces
Bulgari Hotel, Café Louis Vuitton – Le Tout-Paris, Ducasse sur Seine, Hôtel de Crillon, Hôtel Le Negresco, Le Bristol, Le Mandarin Oriental, Ritz.
Gastronomic restaurants & bistros in France
Le 39V, Chocho, Frenchie, La Table de Colette, Le Camondo, Pierre Sang, La Halle aux Grains, Les Ombres.
Premium establishments outside France
Alcalde Mexique, Four Seasons, Gordon Ramsay, Jumeirah Burj Al Arab, Ocean, Palace Mandarin Hotel, The St. Regis Hong Kong, Steirereck, Alchemist.
Our Programs
Bachelor Degrees
For High school leavers seeking the highest standards of formal training in culinary or pastry arts.
Duration
3 Years
Essentials
Intensive programs ideal for recent graduates and ambitious chefs looking to step up in the industry, as well as business owners and passionate amateurs.
Duration
8 Weeks
Diplomas
For ambitious chefs looking to refine their skills to the highest industry standard and gain real-world experience, business owners and committed career changers.
Duration
From 8 to 22 Weeks
Expert Diplomas
Professionals with a minimum of two years’ experience seeking to enrich their skills and techniques in order to advance their career or entrepreneurial project.
Duration
7 Weeks
Bachelor Degrees
For High school leavers seeking the highest standards of formal training in culinary or pastry arts.
Duration
3 Years
Essentials
Intensive programs ideal for recent graduates and ambitious chefs looking to step up in the industry, as well as business owners and passionate amateurs.
Duration
8 Weeks
Diplomas
For ambitious chefs looking to refine their skills to the highest industry standard and gain real-world experience, business owners and committed career changers.
Duration
From 8 to 22 Weeks
Expert Diplomas
Professionals with a minimum of two years’ experience seeking to enrich their skills and techniques in order to advance their career or entrepreneurial project.
Duration
7 Weeks
Bachelor Degrees
For High school leavers seeking the highest standards of formal training in culinary or pastry arts.
Duration
3 Years
Essentials
Intensive programs ideal for recent graduates and ambitious chefs looking to step up in the industry, as well as business owners and passionate amateurs.
Duration
8 Weeks
Diplomas
For ambitious chefs looking to refine their skills to the highest industry standard and gain real-world experience, business owners and committed career changers.
Duration
From 8 to 22 Weeks
Expert Diplomas
Professionals with a minimum of two years’ experience seeking to enrich their skills and techniques in order to advance their career or entrepreneurial project.
Duration
7 Weeks