Chanel Product Development Intern — Accessories (Textiles, Leather & Sports)

Chanel is a leading French house of haute couture, ready-to-wear, accessories, fragrance and beauty, renowned for its craftsmanship, creative leadership and rigorous standards. As an employer, Chanel combines ateliers-level savoir‑faire with international commercial operations, offering a culture that values precision, creativity and long-term artisanal expertise.

1. Support the accessories product development team across textiles, leather goods and sports-inspired accessories from concept through first production samples.
2. Maintain and update technical files (specifications, bill of materials, construction notes) and sample-tracking documentation for the collection.
3. Coordinate sample requests, prototype deliveries and fittings with suppliers, internal ateliers and cross-functional partners (design, purchasing, quality).
4. Assist in materials sourcing and supplier research, including trend and material innovation scouting relevant to textiles and leathers.
5. Participate in quality checks and reporting, documenting non-conformities and following corrective actions with suppliers.
6. Prepare presentations and workbooks for internal reviews and collection meetings; support data entry and project timelines to ensure milestones are met.

1. Enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in fashion, textile engineering, product development, industrial design or a related discipline.
2. Strong interest and basic knowledge of accessories construction, textile behaviour and leather goods manufacturing.
3. Organized, detail-oriented and able to manage multiple sample flows and technical documents simultaneously.
4. Good communication skills and ability to liaise with suppliers and internal teams in a professional manner.
5. Availability for a full-time internship starting July 2026 and a commitment to hands-on, workshop and supplier-based activities.

1. Accessories product development
2. Materials and textile knowledge (weaves, coatings, leather types)
3. Technical pack creation and specification management
4. Sample coordination and prototype follow-up
5. Supplier liaison and atelier coordination
6. Quality-control procedures for accessories
7. Trend and material research
8. Microsoft Excel
9. Microsoft PowerPoint
10. Adobe Illustrator

Internship-level role; previous internship experience in accessory or apparel product development is advantageous but not mandatory. Demonstrable project work or academic projects in textiles or leather goods is a plus.

Current enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Fashion, Textiles, Product Development, Industrial Design, Materials Science or a closely related field.

Chanel combines atelier craftsmanship with a high-expectation corporate environment, privileging attention to detail, discretion and creative excellence. The workplace fosters cross-disciplinary collaboration between design, production and sourcing teams while preserving artisanal values.