France Travail and BCCO to Host Badminton Recruitment Event in Chambly

France Travail and the Badminton Club Chambly Oise (BCCO) will host a recruitment event on Thursday, November 5, 2026, using the sport of badminton to connect local job seekers with potential employers.

L’Écho du Thelle reported that the initiative, titled “Du Stade vers l’Emploi” (From the Stadium to Employment), aims to bypass traditional application processes in favor of assessing candidate soft skills through physical activity.

The event takes place at the Centre Sportif Marie-Amélie Le Fur in Chambly. Participants will engage in badminton matches throughout the morning, with the specific intent of demonstrating teamwork, communication, and adaptability in a neutral environment.

The morning session is designed to eliminate bias by keeping the professional status of all participants anonymous. Candidates and recruiters are divided into mixed teams to compete in badminton matches, with only first names used during these interactions. According to the organizers, no prior athletic ability is required, as the focus remains on collective participation rather than performance.

A communal lunch follows the morning activities, providing an informal setting for further interaction. This structure is intended to allow both parties to assess interpersonal qualities before formal discussions begin. The anonymity is lifted in the afternoon, transitioning into structured “job dating” sessions where interviews take place in a more relaxed atmosphere.

By moving beyond the traditional resume, the program seeks to highlight characteristics that are often difficult to discern during standard office interviews. The BCCO, recognized as a high-level badminton club in France, provides both its venue and expertise to facilitate this process. The collaborative effort aims to improve the effectiveness of local hiring by allowing employers to observe candidates in a team-based setting.

Candidates selected for this edition have undergone preparatory workshops, including sessions like "5 minutes to convince," to help them interact with employers. Registration for the event was managed through the official “Mes Événements Emploi” platform provided by France Travail.

The event is part of a national strategy by France Travail to utilize sports as a bridge to employment. For those seeking information regarding future sessions or general employment services in the sector, the France Travail agency in Méru serves as the primary reference point. Located at 6 rue du 8 Mai 1945, the agency provides services to Chambly and surrounding communes including Amblainville, Esches, and Lormaison.

Additional support is available through the agency in Persan, located approximately 3 kilometers away, as well as the Creil Montataire and Creil Bords de l’Oise offices. Candidates may contact the national service line at 3949, while employers can reach the dedicated line at 3995 for further assistance regarding recruitment initiatives.