Balenciaga Client Development Intern
- Location
- ParisÎle-de-FranceFrance
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Department
- Clienteling, CRM & VIP Relations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 17, 2026
About Balenciaga
Founded by Cristóbal Balenciaga in 1917 and part of Kering, Balenciaga is one of fashion’s most influential houses, renowned for architectural cut, uncompromising craft, and a continual redefinition of modern luxury. As an employer, the House offers a demanding yet inspiring environment where heritage ateliers, bold creative vision, and global business expertise meet. Teams across design, product development, merchandising, retail, client engagement, communications, and corporate functions are encouraged to combine precision with experimentation, agility with excellence. Balenciaga seeks individuals who are culturally aware, rigorous, collaborative, and ready to contribute to a maison that shapes the conversation of contemporary fashion while respecting the discipline of couture.
Balenciaga Client Development Intern (January 2027) in Paris. Support luxury retail events, client engagement, and marketing strategy execution.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the planning and execution of retail events and gifting activations aligned with the global marketing calendar
- Collaborate with regional Client Development teams to implement retail activation and gifting strategies
- Track and maintain records of all client-facing events to ensure consistency and alignment with global initiatives
- Support client events including shows, receptions, and showroom activations
- Contribute to clienteling actions and client engagement initiatives aimed at enhancing the client journey and driving loyalty
- Assist in the creation and rollout of guidelines for retail activation and clienteling tools
- Monitor local executions, gather feedback, and consolidate learnings and results across regions
- Participate in performance tracking and collaborate with regional teams to define follow-up actions and improvements
- Support the management of the gifting process, including flow tracking and dispatch coordination
- Collect and share best practices across teams to foster innovation and consistency
Qualifications
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Team player with collaborative mindset
- Proactive and eager to learn about luxury retail and client strategy
- Fluent in English; other languages advantageous
- Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint preferred
Skills
Experience
No specific prior experience required; however, demonstrated interest in luxury retail, client engagement, or event management is advantageous. Internship context emphasizes learning opportunity within a global fashion environment.
Education
Currently enrolled in or recent graduate of a fashion, business, marketing, hospitality, or related discipline. Higher education background preferred.
Workplace
The role is situated in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Benefits
Professional development support within the House and Kering Group; exposure to luxury retail operations; mentorship and collaborative work environment.
Culture
Balenciaga fosters a bold, forward-thinking workplace where creativity, experimentation, and cultural awareness drive the evolution of contemporary luxury. As an employer, the House encourages collaboration across disciplines, empowering teams to challenge convention while upholding exceptional standards of craftsmanship, precision, and brand integrity.
About Cerulean
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