Maintenance & Gardening Internship

RCN Vakantieparken; Le Muy; On-site; EUR 6,400 - 7,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Internship allowance

Accommodation

Flexible arrangements

Practical experience

Personal guidance

International experience

Employee discounts

Nice location

Job summary

RCN Domaine de la Noguière offers an internship in maintenance and gardening at a beautiful holiday park in Provence, France. You will learn hands-on skills outdoors, contribute to keeping accommodations and facilities in good condition, and support green areas and pools under supervision.

Open to students 18+, studying related fields, available April–September 2027, with English required and a French or Dutch advantage.

Qualifications

• You speak English.
• French or Dutch is an advantage, but not required.
• You are enthusiastic, reliable and enjoy working with others.

Responsibilities

• Assist with repairs and maintenance in accommodations and shared facilities.
• Learn to maintain electrical installations, plumbing and water systems.
• Care for gardens, plants, lawns and outdoor areas.
• Support technical projects and general maintenance activities.
• Assist with swimming pool maintenance and water quality checks under supervision.
• Collaborate with colleagues to keep the park safe, clean and welcoming.

Skills

English language

Education

Maintenance, Engineering, Landscaping, Horticulture

Job description

• Guests rate their experience of RCN as an 8.5
• Over 70 years of experience in hospitality
• Unforgettable for young and old

Get hands-on experience in maintenance and gardening while enjoying life in the South of France. At RCN Domaine de la Noguière, you'll learn practical skills, work outdoors and help create an unforgettable holiday experience for our guests.

During your internship, you'll join our maintenance and gardening team. You'll discover how to keep a holiday park running smoothly, from maintaining accommodations and facilities to taking care of the beautiful green surroundings.

Your tasks will include:

• Helping with repairs and maintenance in accommodations and shared facilities.
• Learning how to maintain electrical installations, plumbing and water systems.
• Looking after gardens, plants, lawns and outdoor areas.
• Supporting technical projects and general maintenance activities.
• Assisting with swimming pool maintenance and water quality checks under supervision.
• Working with your colleagues to keep the park safe, clean and welcoming.

You'll receive guidance from experienced colleagues and have plenty of opportunities to develop your skills. Depending on your interests and study requirements, you may also be able to focus more on technical maintenance or gardening.

Who are we?

RCN Domaine de la Noguière is a beautiful holiday park in Provence, close to the French Riviera. With destinations like Cannes, Nice, Monaco and Saint-Tropez within reach, it's a fantastic place to combine professional experience with an unforgettable time abroad.

Our park welcomes many French and international guests. You'll work in a friendly, multicultural environment where teamwork, hospitality and enjoying the outdoors come together.

What we're looking for

• You're at least 18 years old.
• You're studying a relevant subject, such as maintenance, engineering, landscaping or horticulture.
• You're available for an internship between April and September 2027.
• You speak English. French or Dutch is an advantage, but not required.
• You're enthusiastic, reliable and enjoy working with others.
• Previous experience is welcome, but definitely not essential.

What will you learn?

During your internship, you'll discover how varied maintenance and gardening work at a holiday park can be. You'll gain practical skills while developing yourself in an international working environment.

• You'll learn how to carry out different maintenance and repair tasks independently.
• You'll gain knowledge of technical installations, water systems and swimming pool maintenance.
• You'll develop your skills in gardening, landscaping and outdoor maintenance.
• You'll learn how to identify technical issues and solve problems together with your colleagues.
• You'll become more independent and develop your communication and teamwork skills.
• You'll gain international work experience and improve your language skills.

What we offer you

• Internship allowance. € 630 per month for internships lasting longer than two months. An allowance is also available for shorter internships.
• Accommodation. The possibility to stay at the park if you live too far away to commute.
• Flexible arrangements. We can discuss your starting date, internship duration and working hours based on your educational requirements.
• Practical experience. Learn technical and gardening skills in a professional holiday park environment.
• Personal guidance. Support from experienced colleagues throughout your internship.
• International experience. Improve your language skills and meet people from different countries.
• Employee benefits. Discounts at on-site restaurants and opportunities to join team activities.
• A fantastic location. Spend your free time exploring Provence and the French Riviera.