# Behind the Scenes at Malt, the European Freelance Platform **Authors:** Ines Hocine **Categories:** Business Deep Dives **Tags:** Malt, Hackathon, Freelance, Scale-up, Visite d’entreprise **Last Updated:** 2025-11-05T14:14:40.241Z **Reading Time:** 1 min read --- ## Summary Winners of the 3M hackathon (Malt, Make, Mistral AI), our students visited Malt and put their project to the test with the marketing, ops, engineering, and data teams to deliver a more precise V2. --- The winning team of the 3M hackathon (Malt, Make, Mistral AI) had the opportunity to visit Malt’s offices, a leading platform that connects freelancers and businesses in France and across Europe. With more than 450,000 freelancers registered, Malt is a major player in the digital economy and the evolving world of work. This immersion allowed our students to discover the inner workings of a fast-growing scale-up. Working with Malt’s marketing, operations, engineering, and data teams, the participants refined their initial work and adapted their scenarios to the realities of the company. They enhanced their presentation with new custom slides, delivering a more precise and relevant 2.0 version of their project. This experience was made possible thanks to the involvement of Sackdiphat Sounthala, Noah Segonds, Yoann Paubert and Nicolas Shahata, who represented Eugenia School with professionalism and curiosity. Many thanks to the Malt team, particularly to Léo Martin, for the opportunity and the warm welcome. The visit proved to be an enriching experience, bridging theoretical training and practical application. ## Key Takeaways 1. Malt is a leading **European freelance platform** connecting businesses with over **450,000 freelancers**, underscoring the scale of the digital economy. 2. Cross-functional input from **marketing, operations, engineering, and data** teams helps turn concepts into a sharper, more relevant **v2**. 3. On-site immersion bridges **theory and practice**, enabling teams to adapt scenarios to real constraints and deliver **custom, business-ready slides**. 4. Collaborations like the **3M hackathon (Malt × Make × Mistral AI)** provide hands-on innovation and real-world feedback loops. 5. Professionalism and **curiosity**—as shown by the Eugenia School team—accelerate learning, build relationships, and improve project outcomes. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### What is Malt and how does the European freelance platform work? Malt is a marketplace that connects freelancers with businesses in France and across Europe. Companies discover talent based on skills and needs, then collaborate on clearly scoped projects. ### How can companies hire freelancers on Malt for marketing, engineering, or data projects? Businesses typically post a brief or search profiles to find specialists in marketing, operations, engineering, and data. From there, they align on scope, timeline, and deliverables to kick off the engagement. ### What is the 3M hackathon (Malt, Make, Mistral AI) and why does it matter? The 3M hackathon brings together Malt’s marketplace, Make’s automation capabilities, and Mistral AI’s models to build practical, innovative solutions. It offers teams hands-on experience and exposure to real business constraints. ### What did the student team gain from visiting Malt’s offices after the hackathon? They learned how a fast-growing scale-up operates and refined their project with feedback from marketing, operations, engineering, and data teams. The result was a sharper, more relevant 2.0 version with tailored slides. ### Is Malt only for France, or does it operate across Europe? Malt serves clients and freelancers in France and across multiple European markets. Availability and services can vary by country, so check Malt’s site for the latest coverage. ### How much does Malt cost for freelancers and clients? Pricing and commissions may vary by country, project type, and account setup. Review Malt’s official pricing and contractual terms to understand current fees and invoicing requirements. ### What types of projects are common on Malt? Typical projects span digital marketing, product and operations, software engineering, and data and analytics. Short-term sprints and longer engagements are both common, depending on business needs. ### How can freelancers optimize their Malt profile to stand out? Focus your positioning around clear services and outcomes, showcase a portfolio with measurable results, and add testimonials where possible. Keep availability, languages, and rates up to date to match European client expectations. --- *Article from [Albert's Deep Dive](https://deepdive.albertschool.com) - Albert School's Journal*