Douaa Jabrane, a student in the Grande École Program, joined the first class of the Decarbonized Materials and Energy for Sustainable Industry (MEDID) program. She talks about her first steps in this work-study program, which was developed and is co-taught by industry professionals.
Why did you choose this area of expertise?
I chose it because it directly meets the needs of the industry. It is a program created in collaboration with manufacturers, which proves that there is a real demand for these skills.
In addition, I want to become an energy engineer.
This expertise represents an ideal combination of energy, decarbonization, and materials science: three essential themes for building a sustainable industry.
Did you know about the Metz campus?
Yes, I was already familiar with this campus, as I have been studying there since my first year at Arts et Métiers. Doing my internship at the Metz campus allowed me to stay in the same place and focus fully on my final year of studies.
How were the first few weeks?
Great! We had the opportunity to meet several manufacturers, including ArcelorMittal France Maizières Research and John Cockerill, who shared their knowledge, experiences, and feedback from the field with us. This direct contact with the professional world is extremely enriching.
What do you like best so far?
What I particularly appreciate is how the courses complement the work experience. At the company, I am discovering the reality of work and tasks related to energy efficiency in a practical way.
In class, I like the diversity of approaches: theory, case studies, and especially visits to industrial sites, which help to reinforce our knowledge and our overall vision of the sector.
By the way, how did you choose your company?
I chose my company primarily for its values and work environment. I wanted to join a human-sized organization with a collaborative atmosphere and meaningful projects.
I chose a start-up, Duoverse, which is committed to the challenges of tomorrow, in particular the creation of digital twins: an innovative and rapidly expanding field.
What do you work on at your company?
I am involved in creating digital twins of buildings. The goal is to improve their energy efficiency and optimize their environmental performance.
It is a very exciting project, at the crossroads between engineering, digital technology, and sustainable development.
What are your plans after graduation?
I would like to continue with a thesis. I want to further my research and contribute to scientific innovation.
Would you recommend this expertise and why?
Yes, I highly recommend this expertise!
It offers training that is perfectly suited to current industrial and environmental challenges.
It allows students to develop solid technical skills while remaining connected to real-world needs thanks to the direct involvement of partner companies. It is a promising path for anyone who wants to play an active role in the energy transition.
Third-year assessments at the Metz campus
Two specializations are offered in the final year of study on the Metz campus:
- Decarbonized Materials and Energy for a Sustainable Industry. Opening in September 2025, this training program is part of the Materials and Energy Institute run by Arts et Métiers partnership with ArcelorMittal, VINCI Energies, and AMTalents.
- Global Performance Management (2PG). Expertise redesigned for the start of the 2024 academic year.
These two areas of expertise are accessible through apprenticeship or professional training contracts, with the possibility of obtaining a dual engineering and management degree withthe IAE in Metz.
