Work-study life

The Energy Recovery Engineering (IVE) programme is built around an innovative work-study model, enabling gradual immersion at the heart of industrial processes, energy facilities, and environmental transition projects.

Work-study strengthens autonomy, rigour, analytical thinking, and the ability to propose practical energy-efficiency solutions—essential qualities in this rapidly evolving sector.

A progressive, career-focused work-study schedule

The programme is organised into extended periods in the company and at the school in order to:

facilitate integration into teams,
enable responsibility for real projects,
ensure the development of technical and managerial skills,
gradually master energy tools, standards, and regulations.

This progressive schedule encourages gradual assumption of responsibility, which is essential for assignments in auditing, energy optimisation, design, or the management of new energy systems.

A learning ecosystem: Mines Saint-Étienne & ISTP

You benefit from a dual environment:

Mines Saint-Étienne

Academic and scientific supervision
Teaching in thermodynamics, processes, renewable energy, regulations, management
Support for your professional project and thesis
Access to facilities, the campus, and student life

ISTP

Training centre dedicated to engineering apprenticeships
Individualised support from an ISTP advisor
Skills reviews and regular assessments
Professional workshops, methodology, engineering posture
Support in finding a host company (20 offers per candidate on average)

The two institutions work hand in hand to ensure academic quality and professional success.

An environment conducive to success

An active campus

Collaborative workspaces.
Catering services.
Sports facilities.
Student and association events.

A pleasant student city

Affordable cost of living.
A variety of student accommodation options.
Efficient transport network.
Rich cultural life.

A dynamic apprentice network

With more than 1,300 apprentices in training at ISTP, you will develop in an environment where mutual support, collaboration, and the sharing of experience are essential.