Hermès Color and Materials Assistant (Internship)

Hermès is a storied French maison renowned for craftsmanship-led leather goods, accessories and ready-to-wear. Operating within Hermès International, the brand sustains ateliers and creative studios that prioritise artisanal excellence, timeless design and a meticulous approach to material sourcing and colour development.

1. Assist the accessories colourist in the creative development of seasonal colourways and material selections for accessories collections.
2. Conduct visual research and compose colour ranges and ‘mouchet’ samples from written briefs.
3. Select and test colour touches across materials (enamel, lacquer, leather, textile) using the material library and physical swatches.
4. Produce colour simulations and mock-ups in Adobe Illustrator to visualise collections.
5. Prepare and maintain colour technical sheets for Jewellery and Belts collections using Illustrator.
6. Collaborate with studio stylists and wider collection teams to monitor project progress and update colour dossiers as required.
7. Contribute to inspiration booklets and presentation dossiers for Art Direction reviews; prepare files for podium presentations.
8. Archive and organise colour research and documentation on the shared network for ongoing reference.

1. Currently enrolled in a recognised course in textile design, graphic design, fashion or a related discipline.
2. Strong sensitivity to colour, materials and surface treatment with a demonstrable creative curiosity.
3. Organised, responsive and rigorous with an aptitude for collaborative studio work.
4. Available for a full‑time six‑month internship beginning April 2026.

1. Adobe Photoshop
2. Adobe Illustrator
3. Adobe InDesign
4. Material research and sample handling
5. Colourway development and colour specification

Beginners accepted. Suitable for students or recent graduates seeking a six‑month internship; prior coursework or short internships in textile, print or accessories design is advantageous but not mandatory.

Enrolled in a fashion, textile, graphic design or related diploma/degree programme.

The Hermès studio environment emphasises artisanal know‑how, meticulous attention to detail and collaborative creativity. Teams operate in a workshop‑to‑studio continuum where respect for materiality and craft informs design decisions; the employer also highlights commitments to ethics, diversity and inclusion.