SAS Talent Connection
France
Our Talent Connection Program facilitates easy connections between higher education students and companies using SAS.
For more than 25 years, SAS France has been dedicated to equipping university students with analytics and SAS skills, enabling them to secure employment opportunities.
The French subsidiary was a pioneer in academia, recognizing the critical importance of collaborating with universities to share technology and innovation while building talent connections with business customers. This vision led to the creation of the SAS France Academic Program in 1999.
We are strengthening connections with universities in France to support students learning SAS through various initiatives, including SAS Specializations and Certification programs. We offer customers the opportunity to host these students for internships or apprenticeships ("alternance") at their companies. This initiative provides valuable experience for students and showcases the value of SAS to our customers. Recruiting young talent is a top priority.
Since 2013, SAS has provided internships to 20 students each year, either at SAS, with a customer, or with a partner. A total of 232 students have participated in this program, which includes training in Data Science for Fraud and Customer Intelligence.
Applications open in the Fall Term, with Recruitment Day held in mid-December. This program is available to students in their final year of studies.
SAS Spring Campus 2025
Cours du 3 au 14 mars 2025, suivis de la mission de stage du 17 mars au 31 août 2025
A selection of universities and schools that teach SAS as part of their coursework (please note, this is not the full list).
The SAS Academic Specialisation is a distinction granted by SAS to Universities and other higher education institutions that incorporate SAS into their curriculum, requiring a minimum of 150 hours of SAS-related instruction. More information can be found here.
| University / College | Faculty | SAS Academic Specialisation / SAS Courses |
|---|---|---|
| Université d'Orléans | Faculte de Droit, Economie & gestion, Master ESA | Business Analytics |
| CY Cergy Paris Université | UFR D’Economie& De Gestion Master, 2 IEAD | Business Analytics & Statistical Data Analysis |
| Le Mans University | Faculte De Droit, Des SCIENCES ECONOMIQUES & DE GESTION Master MBFA | Insurance & Economic Analytics |
| IESEG | Master (MS) in Big Data Analytics for Business | Data Science for Business |
| Université de Reims Champagne-Ardenne | UFR Mathématiques & UFR Economie Master SEP | Analytics & Data Science |
| Université Paris-Est Créteil | FSEG Licence ETI, Masters MBFA, MASERATI, Eco-Sante | Econometrics, Credit Scoring Models, Statistics |
| Université Paris 1 Pantheon-Sorbonne | Ecole d’Economie de La Sorbonne, Master 1 EcoStat | Stochastic Modelling with SAS |
| Université Paris 1 Pantheon-Sorbonne | Ecole d’Economie de La Sorbonne, Master 2 MOSEF | Advanced Methods in Data Science & Big Data |
| Université Paris 1 Pantheon-Sorbonne | Ecole d’Economie de La Sorbonne, Master MOSEF | Artificial Intelligence & Big Data |
Why to consider joining SAS Talent Connection?
Sarah Jilal
Master 2 student in Economic Analysis and Policy at the University of Lyon
SAS Spring Campus 2024.
During my studies, I discovered the SAS Spring Campus and was immediately captivated by its concept of one month of training followed by a five-month internship. I am thrilled to be doing my internship at Prosol, as the retail sector greatly appeals to me. Additionally, it is always enriching to meet other students and exchange ideas about our career paths.
Léo Briand
Master 2 ESA at University of Orleans
SAS Spring Campus 2024.
I am excited to explore the business world while continuing to learn! After just one day of training at SAS, I was impressed by the wealth of knowledge I gained, not only from the speakers but also from fellow students.
Juliette's Journey: From SAS Spring Campus to Professional Success
Meet Juliette Veignal, a dynamic professional boasting a master’s degree in econometrics and applied statistics from the University of Orleans. Presently engaged in a prominent French insurance and banking corporation, Juliette’s career trajectory is mixed with her extensive involvement with SAS. From her tenure as an intern at SAS to her acquisition of certifications and her pivotal role in implementing anti-money laundering solutions, Juliette's journey exemplifies the significance of seizing opportunities and embracing lifelong learning.