Here is a great way to earn money for thousands of high school students in France.
For years, the issue of remuneration for internships has been a hot topic of debate for students and high school students in vocational training. It must be said that many young people encounter financial difficulties during their studies. Between school fees to pay, purchasing supplies, and the cost of living for those who have become independent, many people need money to continue their education. For most, it therefore makes sense to receive a salary in return for work done in a company. Yes, but for a long time, interns were not paid. Even today, this is the case for very short internships.
On the other hand, those who get a professional opportunity of more than two months can obtain what is called “the minimum gratuity”. It is mandatory and concerns companies, public administrations, associations and any other organization hosting interns. The gratuity is paid each month, and not at the end of the internship. As for the amount of remuneration, it is not negligible at present…
In fact, on January 1, 2024, it was reassessed and went from 4.05 euros per hour in 2023 to 4.35 euros per hour, an increase of more than 7.5% over one year.This represents an increase of around €40 to €50 per month for a full-time internship.”indicates the Public Service website. Concretely, for a full-time position at 151.61 hours per month, an intern receives a gratuity of 659.95 euros in 2024. The other good news is that this compensation is non-taxable, if it is less than the annual gross minimum wage, set at 21,203 euros. And do not think that this remuneration is reserved for young people in higher education, because this is not the case. The minimum gratuity is also intended for high school students in the vocational pathway.
In addition, since September 2023, another internship allowance, which can be combined with the previous one, has been introduced specifically for CAP and vocational baccalaureate students. The amount of this allowance is decided by the head of the establishment or training organization. In addition to the 659.95 euros, the trainees concerned can receive 50 euros per week if they are enrolled in the 1st year of CAP or the second year of vocational baccalaureate, 75 euros per week for those enrolled in the 2nd year of CAP or the first year of vocational baccalaureate, and 100 euros per week for those in the final year of vocational baccalaureate. This is an aid that young people can seize.