International Graduate Program

2 weeks ago

Scoresby, Victoria, Australia Parmalat Australia Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year
  • Study for 2.5 Years in France - Earn a Master's degree at ESA (Angers)
  • Guaranteed career in Lactalis Australia upon your return
  • No French required - but motivation to learn French is essential

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Study in France, Build Your Career
with Lactalis Australia
Join the International Apprentice Program for Agri-Food Engineers - a once-in- a- lifetime opportunity to study in France, gain paid factory experience, and return to a guaranteed role with Lactalis Australia.

What's in it for you?

  • Study in France: Master of Science in Agri-Food Engineering at ESA Angers.
  • Paid industry experience: alternate between ESA classes and Lactalis French factories.
  • Cultural immersion: learn French through intensive language training and daily life in Angers.
  • Global + local: build a global network, then return to Lactalis Australia with a guaranteed role.
  • Career fast-track: graduates often move into leadership roles in production, quality, or Continuous Improvement

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Who's it for?

  • Graduates in Food Science, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, or Engineering.
  • Under 28 years old by Sept 2026.
  • Advanced English; motivation to learn French.
  • Passionate about food, dairy, and international careers.

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What expenses are covered?
Covered by Lactalis (Group & Australia)

  • Tuition fees at ESA Angers
  • Apprenticeship salary in France
  • French social security/health insurance
  • Annual flights between France Australia (Summer internships)
  • One return flight at program start/end (policy dependent)
  • Costs for 1-week summer internship in Australia (meals, transport, accommodation if needed)

Covered by You (Student)

  • Daily living expenses in France (housing, groceries, phone, etc.)
  • Personal travel, leisure, and extras
  • Graduation ceremony travel (optional)

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Tip
:
Apprenticeship salary in France is ~€ /month; students must budget carefully.
, , Program Timeline

  • Jan/May 2026→ French immersion (depending on language level).
  • Sept Oct 2028→ 2.5 years of ESA study + plant rotations in France.
  • Summer internships→ 1-week visits to Australia each year.
  • Sept/Oct 2028 → Master's thesis defense + return to full-time role at Lactalis Australia.

After Completing the program, graduates must commit to a minimum of 2 years full-time work with Lactalis Australia, in roles such as Production, Quality or Continuous Improvement
, , Why Join?

  • Work with the world's #1 dairy company.
  • International career launchpad with guaranteed role in Australia.
  • Blend of theory, practice, and cultural immersion.
  • Build a strong global professional network.

, , Final Note
Don't worry if you don't speak French - motivation to learn is what counts. This program is about resilience, curiosity, and ambition.

This is not just a study program - it's a career pathway. By joining the program, you commit to building your future with Lactalis.

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How to Apply
1- Register your interest with us here by clicking apply so we can support you through the process and stay connected.

2- Once you've registered, please submit your official application via ESA's (Olage) platform by copying and pasting this URL:

You have to submit your application through ESA's (Olage) platform for it to be considered.

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