Balenciaga Product Development Intern — Knitwear
- Location
- ParisÎle-de-FranceFrance
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Department
- Creative, Design & Styling
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- May 20, 2026
About Balenciaga
Balenciaga is a Paris-based luxury fashion house renowned for its avant‑garde silhouettes and contemporary approach to ready‑to‑wear and accessories. The Maison is part of the Kering group and combines a strong creative identity with global operations, offering a studio-led environment where design and product innovation converge.
Balenciaga — Product Development Intern (Knitwear) in Paris. 6‑month internship supporting knitwear development, PLM processes and supplier coordination.
Role & Responsibilities
- Maintain and update product development databases: collection overviews, collection plans, development tracking and presentation boards.
- Operate the PLM to monitor stock releases and coordinate shipment follow‑up with manufacturing partners.
- Manage the dispatch and receipt of development supplies and samples, including handling daily parcel shipments and receptions.
- Coordinate tests of prints and embroideries with external suppliers and follow up on corrective actions.
- Receive and track yarn colour ranges and other material swatches.
- Process and manage development team invoices using the internal financial/invoicing system.
- Provide hands‑on support to the development team for day‑to‑day operational tasks and liaise with Studio, atelier and merchandising teams.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a tertiary programme (bachelor’s or master’s) in fashion, textile, product development, textile engineering or a related discipline and seeking a 6‑month internship.
- Strong sensitivity to product, with a clear interest in the fashion/luxury knitwear universe.
- Fluent in English (required); able to communicate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
- Autonomous, methodical and analytically minded with a high degree of rigor.
- Collaborative team player, adaptable and comfortable engaging with studio, atelier and merchandising stakeholders.
- Prior exposure to PLM systems is an advantage.
Skills
Experience
No extensive professional experience is required; candidates with prior exposure to product development workflows or an introductory experience with a PLM system will be preferred.
Education
Enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s programme in fashion design, product development, textile technology, or a closely related field; available for a 6‑month internship.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
The Maison cultivates a fast‑paced, studio‑centric culture that places product and creativity at its core. As part of Kering, Balenciaga emphasises talent development, operational excellence and a commitment to diversity and inclusion within multidisciplinary teams.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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