Who this guide is for

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You if you have 16–25 years (or up to 30 for certain missions) and want a mission of general interest compensated
You if you are looking for a first experience in France and have not found a job
If you want a civic engagement with social protection and tutoring

To be prepared in advance

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1Check eligibility: 16–25 years (up to 30 for extended missions in QPV and rural areas), residence in France ≥1 year, not already on civic contract (Civic Service, EPA).
2Find a mission : sur jeveuxaide.gouv.fr (Civic Service), le site ENGIE Jeunes, en Maison de Quartier, CCAS, association. Missions: school support, environment, culture, solidarity, memory.
3Contact the organization (approved structure), conduct an interview. The organization signs an agreement with you and appoints you a guardian (experienced employee).
4Sign the contract — it includes the duration (24–48 hours/week, 6–12 months), the benefit of 607 €/month (2025), social protection, civic and civic training (CFC — 2 minimum days).
5Allowance 607 €/month — not subject to tax or CSG/CRDS. Does not impact the CAF, the exchanges, the RSA. The organization takes care of transport and meals if necessary.
6Time: 24 hours/week (classical version) at 48 hours/week (full-time option). Not compatible with another full-time contract — to be discussed with the organization.
7Receive a certificate — proof of civic commitment for CV, naturalization, future employment. Many volunteers find employment after the mission (network, experience).
8For students: compatible with studies, usually on free time. Find out at the university — some offer credits for the mission.

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Consolidate CEC and Civic Service: the Civic Service — 6–12 months, 24 h/week, €-607; the CEC is similar but with a separate administrative procedure.
Believing that the benefit is a wage: it is a non-taxable social assistance which does not then qualify for unemployment.
Exceed 48 hours/week — offence; body can be sanctioned.
Do not sign a convention — no social protection or tutoring.
Lack of civic and civic training — compulsory for certification.

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The CEC and the Civic Service are governed by the National Service Code. Indicative information; precise conditions on jeveuxaide.gouv.fr.

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