Yves Saint Laurent Collection Merchandising Intern

Paris • France

Thursday, August 21, 2025

Saint Laurent, a distinguished name in luxury fashion, was founded in 1961 and became a pioneer in the prêt-à-porter movement with its 'Rive Gauche' line in 1966. This innovation marked a significant evolution in the fashion industry. Acquired by the Kering Group in 1999, Saint Laurent continues to thrive under the creative direction of Anthony Vaccarello since 2016, offering a wide range of luxury products including ready-to-wear, footwear, leather goods, and accessories.

1. Participate in the development of collections.
2. Prepare materials for development meetings.
3. Assist in creating sales catalogs and showroom tools such as sales books and material books.
4. Manage sketches and catalog information during development and showroom periods.
5. Oversee prototypes, including inventory, photography, and corrections, throughout the showroom duration.
6. Contribute to the creation and drafting of showroom analyses, including sell-in analyses, best sellers, KPIs, and SKU efficiencies, as well as end-of-showroom reports.
7. Analyze weekly and monthly performance of product categories, tracking global and regional sales.
8. Maintain constant monitoring of competitors, including offerings, pricing, campaigns, and shows.

1. Enrollment in a business school or specialized fashion Master's program.
2. Previous experience in the luxury sector with a strong product sensibility.
3. Fluency in English is essential; proficiency in Italian is advantageous.
4. Comfortable with numerical data analysis.
5. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
6. Excellent interpersonal skills, strong team spirit, organizational skills, flexibility, dynamism, and perseverance.

1. Collection development
2. Sales tool creation
3. Prototype management
4. Performance analysis
5. Competitor analysis
6. Numerical data handling
7. Microsoft Office proficiency

A prior experience in the luxury fashion industry is required.

Currently pursuing a degree in business or a specialized fashion Master's program.

Interns will gain invaluable experience in a leading luxury fashion house, working closely with experienced professionals and contributing to prestigious collections.

Saint Laurent fosters a dynamic and inclusive workplace culture, embracing diversity in all its forms. The brand values individuality and collective talent, promoting an environment where creativity and adaptability are paramount.