Student recruitment activity in western France concentrates in a single day. Forum Atlantique 2026 is scheduled for 17 November in Nantes as the 34th edition run by a student association from five local engineering schools.
Dates and venue for Forum Atlantique 2026
The event takes place on Tuesday 17 November 2026 from 9h to 18h at the Cité des Congrès de Nantes. The format centers on face to face meetings between companies and students and includes spaces for talks and workshops aimed at improving applications.
Exhibitor and audience profile in Nantes
Organizers invite a mix of large companies and smaller start-ups to meet soon to graduate students, with particular emphasis on technical profiles from the participating schools. For hiring teams the forum is an occasion to present graduate programs and short term recruitment tracks.
Program elements announced
The organizers list conferences and workshops alongside the exhibition space. A specific initiative called “élèves pilotes” enables students to accompany a company for a full day. Registration for companies and student pilots is handled via the association’s forms.
Practical prospecting advice for Forum Atlantique 2026
- Set precise goals and allocate time slots for priority meetings within the 9h to 18h schedule.
- Use the event’s Company Guide to build a shortlist of around ten target employers and identify hiring contacts.
- Prepare concise French materials focused on graduate opportunities and a 60 to 90 second pitch tailored to students.
- Plan next steps in advance. Agreeing a concrete follow up within the week after the event helps convert conversations into processes.
- If you join as a student pilot request the company agenda beforehand to optimise your day and facilitate candidate introductions.
Final note and official link
The student-run organisation and its focus on recruitment and application support make Forum Atlantique 2026 a concentrated opportunity for graduate hiring and employer branding. Find registration forms and the company guide at the official site http://www.forumatlantique.fr
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