Working at the Collège de France

Within the chairs, institutes, laboratories and departments, the staff of the Collège de France help to develop or support projects relating to research, teaching and the dissemination of knowledge. Activities at the Collège de France cover all fields of knowledge, from the humanities and social sciences to the experimental sciences.

The Collège de France is an institution on a human scale, with values shared by its staff: high standards, a commitment to service and a team spirit. Working at the Collège de France means contributing to the development and advancement of science and culture.

Competition

Competitive examinations and recruitment of engineers and technical staff for research and training (ITRF).

2026 Competitive Examination: registration opens from 12 noon on Wednesday 8 April 2026 until 12 noon on Wednesday 6 May 2026 via WebITRF

Staff with disabilities

All vacancies are open to candidates of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities.

Some job vacancies are specifically reserved for those covered by the employment obligation scheme (BOE) who are not civil servants and who meet the same qualification requirements as those set for the competitive examination.

These posts, advertised annually, offer one-year employment contracts, at the end of which a decision on permanent appointment may be made following an interview.

Contact the Human Resources Department

Campaign for courses (all levels)
Our centre is fully booked until 31 August 2026.

You can apply now for the 2026–2027 academic year

Internship and apprenticeship opportunities

ITRF and BOE Competitions Office: Fabienne Tafe Tuenkam