Chanel Metal Hardware Intern

Chanel is an independent French luxury fashion house and global maison celebrated for haute couture, ready-to-wear, accessories, fragrance and beauty. The company combines artisanal savoir-faire with industrial excellence and maintains close collaboration between design ateliers and production teams worldwide.

1. Support the development and prototyping of metal hardware components (buckles, clasps, logos, fittings) for accessories and leather goods.
2. Prepare technical drawings and specification sheets for tooling, finishes and plating processes.
3. Work with internal design, product engineering and sourcing teams to translate concepts into manufacturable parts.
4. Coordinate sample production with external suppliers and internal workshops; track timelines and consolidate feedback.
5. Perform quality inspections and dimensional checks on prototypes and pre-production runs using precision measuring tools.
6. Document testing results, production non-conformities and corrective actions in product records.
7. Contribute to material selection, surface finishing evaluations (plating, PVD, polishing) and corrosion/wear testing.
8. Assist in maintaining parts libraries, version control of specifications and supplier datasheets.

1. Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a degree program in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, Jewelry/Metalsmithing or related field.
2. Basic understanding of metals, alloys and surface finishing processes used in luxury accessories.
3. Familiarity with technical drawing and geometric tolerancing.
4. Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity for handling small components and prototypes.
5. Ability to work cross-functionally with design, sourcing and quality teams and to manage multiple small-scale projects.
6. Right to work in Italy (if applicable to the placement).

1. Technical drawing and specification writing
2. Metals and surface finishing knowledge (plating, PVD, polishing)
3. Prototyping and sample coordination
4. Inspection and measurement (calipers, micrometers, gauges)
5. Rhinoceros (Rhino) or SolidWorks — CAD familiarity
6. Adobe Illustrator for technical sketches
7. Microsoft Excel for tracking and reporting
8. Supplier communication and production follow-up

Internship or up to 1–2 years' practical experience in metalworking, prototyping, jewelry/metal components or manufacturing preferred; prior exposure to accessory production environments is an advantage.

Enrolled in or recently completed a bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, Jewelry/Metalsmithing or equivalent.

Chanel emphasizes meticulous craftsmanship, discretion and creative excellence, blending traditional artisanal techniques with technical innovation. Teams operate in a collaborative, detail-oriented environment that values heritage, precision and a rigorous standard of quality.