Hermès Colorimetry Intern

Pantin • France

Thursday, January 2, 2025

Hermès, a renowned French luxury house established in 1837, is celebrated for its exceptional craftsmanship and high-quality products. As a family-owned and independent entity, Hermès employs nearly 20,000 individuals globally, fostering an entrepreneurial spirit and a commitment to excellence. The company values autonomy and responsible management, ensuring the preservation of exceptional savoir-faire through strong territorial roots and respect for people and nature. Hermès' creativity is fueled by fifteen artisanal métiers, with collections showcased in over 300 stores worldwide.

1. Characterize Hermès' color standards through a methodology combining sensory-visual and instrumental evaluation.
2. Implement a material/color tolerance scale across 10 color palettes.
3. Deploy methodologies in tanneries.
4. Conduct sensory evaluation campaigns with expert and novice panels in accordance with ISO 8588:2017 and 8589:2007 standards.
5. Establish specific measurement methodologies for materials, focusing on grain size, gloss, coverage, and dual tone.
6. Execute instrumental evaluation campaigns of production lots and maintain a colorimetric database.
7. Consolidate the corpus by creating missing colorimetric points to refine tolerance zones.
8. Define the most suitable tolerance formula for leather substrates using AI and color deviation.
9. Validate defined material/color tolerances and study reproducibility.

1. Knowledge in colorimetry, pigments, and dyes.

1. Attention to detail and organizational skills.
2. Proficiency in information systems.
3. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
4. Familiarity with Power BI is advantageous.

No specific experience required, but a background in colorimetry or related fields is beneficial.

Currently pursuing a degree in a relevant field.

Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a prestigious luxury brand.

Hermès is committed to ethical practices, diversity, and inclusion, offering a collaborative and enriching work environment. The company values the human adventure and encourages employees to join its journey of excellence and innovation.