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Decathlon recruits and trains its future bicycle sales technicians (M/F) through éklore-ed

Published on: March 6, 2025

Partnership between éklore-ed and Decathlon. éklore-ed Sport & Technics, the group’s brand specializing in technical training for sports products, is partnering with Decathlon to offer a work-study program designed to train future team members for the role of Sales Technician (m/f) in the bike workshops and departments of 13 stores in the Nantes and Rennes areas.

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Learn about the Motorcycle Sales Technician Training Program

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A vocational program at school and in the workplace 

This 9-week certificate program, available through a 6- to 12-month apprenticeship contract, enables students to prepare for a career and gain expertise in bicycle mechanics and sales techniques.

Goal: To become an expert in bicycle repair, assembly, and maintenance, as well as in the sale of cycling equipment, apparel, and accessories.

At school: Theprogram consists of 350 hours of classroom instruction and hands-on training in a motorcycle mechanics workshop, led by expert instructors with industry experience who are passionate about sharing their knowledge.

In the workplace:On the shop floor at Decathlon, the goal is to join a team, immerse yourself in the professional world while being mentored by a training supervisor, and apply and build upon the technical and sales skills you learned in school.

Applicants must have completed their senior year of high school or hold at least a CAP or BEP to apply. 


The new school year starts in September—now is the time to apply!

Job Fair on March 22 at the Nantes campus! 

Held on the éklore-ed campus in Nantes, the Job Dating event will provide an opportunity to connect job seekers with recruiters from stores looking for their future team members.

 Sign up for Job Dating here 


Here is your chance to join Decathlon

Decathlon is a global multi-sport brand catering to everyone from beginners to elite athletes, and Decathlon 3is a manufacturer of innovative sports equipment for all skill levels. With 101,000 team members and 1,750 stores worldwide,Decathlon and its teams have been working since 1976 to achieve a continuous ambition: Move people through the wonders of sport, to help people be healthier and happier in a sustainable future.


For more information, visit the dedicated page here.