Parfums Christian Dior Cosmetic Innovation and Subcontracting Prospecting Intern

Neuilly-sur-Seine • France

Friday, April 25, 2025

LVMH Recherche serves as the Research and Innovation Center for all the Houses within the LVMH Group's Perfumes and Cosmetics division. With a global team of over 700 experts, including researchers, chemists, and biologists, the center is dedicated to the creation and development of luxury skincare, makeup, and fragrance products. LVMH Recherche has established a robust innovation ecosystem through collaborations with various public and private entities, focusing on pioneering ingredients, formulations, and processes to introduce cutting-edge beauty solutions to the market.

1. Identify innovative cosmetic prototypes in alignment with the brand development strategies of the group.
2. Organize innovation prospecting meetings with pre-identified subcontractors, structuring knowledge through sensory, sectoral, and technological mapping to identify key players.
3. Participate in prospective meetings and sensory evaluations, selecting proposals based on R&D strategy and expert consultations.
4. Ensure formula compliance by coordinating with toxicology, regulatory, and stability experts.
5. Develop a database of the most innovative and relevant products, particularly focusing on powder makeup technologies.
6. Prepare innovative presentations for brands, aligning proposals with market trends and aspirations.
7. Identify new, qualified, and innovative partners in complementary sectoral, capacity, or geographic areas.

1. Pursuing a Bac+5 level education in chemistry/physical chemistry, ideally with a focus on cosmetic product development, and additional studies in innovation management.

1. Strong analytical skills and the ability to extract actionable insights from data.
2. Organizational, multitasking, and rigorous work habits.
3. Curiosity and sensitivity towards cosmetic formulations across all categories.
4. Passion for the cosmetics and luxury sectors.
5. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
6. Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

Open to beginners, ideal for students currently pursuing relevant studies.

Pursuing a Bac+5 level education in chemistry/physical chemistry, ideally with a focus on cosmetic product development.

Opportunity to work within a leading global luxury group, gaining exposure to cutting-edge research and innovation in cosmetics.

LVMH Recherche values diversity and encourages the inclusion of various talents and unique perspectives, contributing to the richness and success of its research center.