Join general engineering training via the work-study path

IMT Mines Albi's general engineering work-study program trains students to become key players in the engineering world, capable of tackling the complex challenges of tomorrow. The dual-study general engineering degree from IMT Mines Albi is accredited by the Commission des Titres d’Ingénieurs (CTI). Joining IMT Mines Albi means choosing a school from France's top engineering school group, the Institut Mines-Télécom.

How would you define the general engineer work-study program at IMT Mines Albi?

A general engineer on a work-study program at IMT Mines Albi has a highly versatile profile. They have a solid foundation of scientific and technical knowledge. They are capable of managing and designing multidisciplinary projects. Becoming an engineer on a work-study program (apprenticeship or continuing education) means having one foot in the company and one foot in training at all times. As an employee of the company during their training, work-study engineers develop their professional skills by constantly linking the knowledge they have acquired with their actions in the workplace. IMT Mines Albi's independent work-study general engineers are committed to the positive environmental and social impact of their activities and are drivers of change. 

A comprehensive three-year program to become a general engineer

By joining IMT Mines Albi, you will benefit from personalized support and a balanced three-year program. It will provide you with the fundamental knowledge and multidisciplinary approach sought after by companies. 

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A program consistent with your future goals

Over the course of three years, you will develop a scientific and technical foundation and professional skills and attitudes through a core curriculum. Each year, 1,150 hours are spent in a company: 1,000 hours on professional assignments and 150 hours devoted to distance learning and e-learning. 450 hours of academic training at school complete your program. 

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General engineers enrolled in the work-study program at IMT Mines Albi enjoy employee status

•    2- or 3-year contract, 35 hours/week
•    Mobility and housing assistance
•    No tuition fees

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The advantages of IMT Mines Albi's dual-study general engineering program

  • The same general engineering degree for both the full-time and work-study programs
  • A school tutor will support you throughout your training between school and work
  • A mandatory international stay to develop cultural awareness and experience abroad
  • Develop your professional experience by keeping one foot in the company and one foot in training
  • A disability-friendly school: if you have a disability or illness, you can benefit from adjustments to your classes or exams. An educational support team will assist you throughout your training at IMT Mines Albi. 

3 additional qualifications to meet the needs of today's socio-economic world and become a generalist engineer, a driving force for change and a responsible leader.

  • Quitus Humanities & Transitions

To meet the challenges of tomorrow, engineering programs incorporate topics related to ecological, digital, and industrial transitions into each of their curricula. Engineering students at IMT Mines Albi benefit from teaching and meetings to better understand these transitions in the form of conferences, debates, and company visits in a wide variety of fields, such as the philosophy and history of science, socio-technical controversies, diversity management, etc.

  • International Mobility Quitus

To validate your dual-study general engineering degree, you must complete a 9-week international mobility program

  • Company Quitus

IMT Mines Albi trains generalist engineers through work-study programs, providing them with the fundamental knowledge and multidisciplinary skills sought after by companies. As part of the three-year program, you will spend two-thirds of your time working as a salaried employee at a company: this is known as the company internship. 

I would like to apply for the general engineering program with work-study option

Application platform opens on February 2, 2026

Applications are open until March 10, 2026.

4 options for working towards a more responsible world

From the first year, in line with the activities of your host company, you will be required to choose one of the following options:

Renewable energy, sustainable production, and sustainable construction

To specialize in the field of renewable energy systems, from their production to their distribution, including their integration at different scales: buildings, cities, regions, and industries.

Learn more about the option

Pharmaceutical, Agri-Food and Cosmetics Processes and Procedures

To develop an industrial culture and skills in these sectors by studying manufacturing processes and business processes, taking into account the specific and evolving constraints of these industries.

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Materials and Advanced Processes for Tomorrow’s Transports

To develop high-performance material solutions and associated processes in response to the key challenges facing businesses and the industries of the future: aeronautics, automotive, aerospace, rail, etc.

Learn more about the option

Industrial Engineering for Organizational Performance

To meet the logistical challenges faced by organizations in all sectors by optimizing the performance of physical and information flow management systems.

Learn more about the option

An international experience to open up new possibilities

You will be required to complete an international study abroad program, which is mandatory in order to develop cultural awareness and experience abroad. This will enable you to achieve a B2 level in English by the time you graduate. At IMT Mines Albi, 10% of graduates work internationally.

Marie Tellechéa

First-year engineering student at IMT Mines Albi

"I fell in love with the school when I took the entrance exams. I have a bachelor's degree in industrial logistics. Passionate about this field, I was attracted by IMT Mines Albi's reputation in industrial engineering combined with artificial intelligence. Having spent most of my career in work-study programs, I am familiar with the business world and did not see myself returning to initial training. It was therefore essential for me to be able to pursue this option through a work-study program. Now I need to brush up on my math skills, but I have been working on that since this summer and the school is supporting us in this endeavor."

 

How to apply for the dual-degree engineering program at IMT Mines Albi?

You can apply for the general engineering work-study program through Admission Sur Titre (application and exams), with a minimum of two years of post-secondary education in science. Depending on your profile and background, there are multiple admission routes to join our school.

Please note, however, that you are not allowed to apply for the same IMT Mines Albi engineering program in the same year through two different admission routes.

 

with a second-year degree, a BTS or a Bachelor's degree

  • First year based on application and exams
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with a bachelor's degree or a Licence 3

  • First year based on application and exams
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after a preparatory class (CPGE) : MP, PC, PSI, MPI, PT, ATS, TSI, BCPST

  • In the first year, admission based on academic record and exams
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with a bachelor's degree after a CUPGE

After L2 or after L3 via the University Preparatory Cycle for Grandes Écoles (CUPGE)

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with a foreign diploma equivalent to a two-year college degree or higher

  • First year based on application and exams
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Tuition fees for the general engineering program at IMT Mines Albi

At IMT Mines Albi, students who enroll in the dual-study general engineering program do not pay any tuition fees. Training costs are covered by the company that takes you on as a dual-study student. Dual-study students are full-fledged employees of the company.

General engineer, a profile sought after by companies

  • 1,000 hours/year
    in business
  • 600 hours/year
    training at IMT Mines Albi
  • 82%
    Graduates find employment in less than two months.

After obtaining your dual-degree general engineering diploma from IMT Mines Albi, you will have the skills to become a key player in today's engineering world, capable of meeting the complex challenges of tomorrow.

Engineers who graduate from IMT Mines Albi are successful in the following sectors:

•    Pharmaceutical, cosmetics, chemical, and agri-food industries

•    Aeronautics, space, automotive, naval, rail, and metallurgy industries

•    Energy, environment, construction, civil engineering

•    Consulting firms, design offices, engineering

•    Information technology industry, ICT services, telecommunications

•    Teaching, research, R&D, human and social health   

An active network of over 6,000 alumni

The IMT Mines Albi alumni network is young and very dynamic. Graduating from IMT Mines Albi means joining the IMT Mines Albi alumni family. A network of over 6,000 graduates based in France and around the world. Because part of you will always remain in Albi, stay in touch with your classmates. 

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Exceptional living and study conditions

A green and fulfilling campus

At the IMT Mines Albi campus, you will enjoy a green and protected study environment on a 22-hectare site with all the facilities you need to thrive: a documentation center, innovative and high-performance workspaces, a restaurant and cafeteria, sports and arts facilities accessible seven days a week, green spaces, accommodation, and more.

 

Albi in the heart of the Occitanie region

Located between Toulouse and Montpellier, two hours from the sea and the mountains, Albi is a young and dynamic city where one in ten inhabitants is a student. Numerous cultural and sporting events are organized throughout the year for you to participate in.

Accommodation and student residences

IMT Mines Albi offers its students the opportunity to live in one of the school's eight student residences. These residences are located on the IMT Mines Albi campus (Jarlard residences) and in Albi city center (Gambetta, Jacques Halfon, and Temporalité residences). It takes only 15 minutes by bike to get from IMT Mines Albi to the residence furthest from the school.

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FAQ - Everything You Need to Know About the General Engineering Program at IMT Mines Albi

    • How and when should I apply for the general engineering undergraduate program? 

    There are three ways to enroll in the work-study pathway:

    • After completing a BUT, BTS, Bachelor’s degree (2 or 3 years of post-secondary education), or DUT, admission is based on an application review and entrance exams, through the IMT Work-Study Application Platform. Registration opens in February.
    • After completing a preparatory class (CPGE) based on application materials and exams via the IMT Alternance application platform. Registration opens in February.
    • After completing a partner CUPGE program, based on application review.

     

    • Are international students eligible to apply?

    Yes. International students are welcome. All orientation information is available on our dedicated page.
     

    • Can I apply for both the full-time student track and the work-study track?

    It is not possible to apply to two different programs for the same degree in the same year.

    • How long is the training program?

    The initial training program lasts three years.

    • What is the difference between a general engineer and a specialized engineer?

    Unlike a specialist engineer, a generalist engineer possesses a wide range of skills. They have scientific and technical knowledge across all engineering disciplines, enabling them to advance professionally in most sectors and roles. At IMT Mines Albi, you’ll have the opportunity to work with your advisor to define the career path that’s right for you. A general engineering degree will enable you to work not in a specific sector but in a wide range of fields related to the ecological and digital transitions and the factory of the future.

    • What options are available?  

    IMT Mines Albi offers four different tracks in its work-study program:
       •    Renewable energy, sustainable production, and sustainable construction
       •    Pharmaceutical, food, and cosmetic processes
       •    Advanced materials and processes for the transportation of the future
       •    Industrial engineering for organizational performance

    • What is the schedule for the work-study program?

    The schedule for the work-study program changes from year to year. You can find the complete work-study schedule on this information page.

    • What is the administrative process for a work-study contract? 

    A dedicated page outlines all the steps involved in setting up a work-study contract.

    • What kinds of jobs can you pursue after earning a general engineering degree from IMT Mines Albi?

    A generalist degree program opens the door to a wide range of careers across a variety of industries:
       •    data scientist  
       •    computer engineer 
       •    aerospace engineer
       •    mechanical engineer
       •    automotive engineer
       •    structural engineer
       •    artificial intelligence engineer
       •    logistics engineer
       •    materials engineer
       •    food engineer
       •    quality engineer
       •    process engineer
       •    data engineer

    • What are the tuition fees?

    Tuition fees for the engineering program are fully covered by the work-study partner company. The company should contact its OPCO to determine its remaining financial responsibility.

    • Are there any scholarships available?

    IMT Mines Albi does not offer scholarships. Depending on individual circumstances, additional financial aid may be available from various organizations. It is the student’s responsibility to apply directly to the relevant organization. 

    • Are study abroad programs mandatory?

    A 9-week international exchange is required.

    • What can you find on campus?

    The campus covers an area of 24 hectares. It includes the main teaching and research building, a building dedicated to innovation, sports facilities (soccer, rugby, tennis, basketball, and pétanque courts), a gymnasium, five student residence halls, the Student Union, and a restaurant.

    • Where is the campus located?

    The campus is located in Albi, on the Jarlard Campus. It is accessible by public transportation (Bus Line R) as well as by bike or on foot (bike paths lead all the way to downtown).

    • Are there any student organizations?

    There are more than 30 student clubs and organizations that bring the campus to life: sports, arts, events, safety, the environment, science, and more. Learn all about student life.

    • What is the atmosphere like at the school?

    Testimonials from students at IMT Mines Albi. 

    • Am I eligible for housing near my school?

    IMT Mines Albi cannot reserve housing for work-study students in its dormitories. However, there are many private apartments available in Albi.

    • How much does accommodation cost?   

    The cost of housing depends on the type of housing you choose. Students may be eligible for housing assistance (financial aid) under certain conditions. We recommend that you run a simulation with the CAF in Tarn (to estimate the potential amount of the allowance).

    • What is the cost of living in Albi?  

    The cost of living in Albi is around €800–€850 per month, including housing.