Yachting student Fair

First yachting & maritime careers day

To train, inspire and guide, the Yacht Club de Monaco is organising the first edition of a Yachting Student Fair on 21 March 2026, a day dedicated to careers in yachting and the sea. Open 10.00am to 5.00pm for middle school, sixth formers, further education students and their families, the fair provides a hands-on immersion into the relatively unknown careers associated with yachting and the sea that embrace passion, technical knowhow and international opportunities.

edition 2026

20+ stands | 4 main domains

Yachting

The yachting sector covers the design, management and operation of luxury yachts, combining technical, commercial and onboard service professions.

Underwater Professions

Underwater professions involve exploration, technical and scientific work in immersion, related to engineering, research and subsea operations.

French national and commercial navy

This field includes merchant and naval careers focused on vessel operations, maritime safety and strategic missions at sea.

Ports & Maritime Affairs

The port sector involves port management, vessel traffic regulation and the technical and administrative operations supporting global maritime trade.

Experts and organizations in the maritime and nautical sector.

Educational institutions that accept students

 

Specialized training in nautical professions.

Public bodies and institutional structures in the maritime sector.

An immersion into maritime professions

With more than 20 stands, visitors will be able to:

  • Discover the wide range of yachting and maritime professions
  • Learn more about career paths and potential cross-overs
  • Discuss options directly with professionals and institutions
  • Identify career opportunities in France and abroad

From technical fields to management, science to exploration, the sea offers a diverse range of careers suited to all profiles.

Develop a structured career plan

The Yachting Student Fair is an excellent opportunity for young people and their parents to discuss potential career paths with those in the know and ask specific questions about:

  • Possible study areas and specialisations
  • Career opportunities
  • Apprenticeships and work experience
  • Career advancement prospects

Pratical info

Date: Saturday, March 21, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Ballroom – Yacht Club de Monaco
Audience: Middle school students, high school students, university students, and parents
Access: Free entry upon registration

The Yachting Student Fair is becoming a key event for discovering, understanding, and exploring careers in yachting and the maritime sector