Balenciaga Recruitment and HR Projects Intern
Balenciaga — Recruitment & HR Projects Intern in Paris. Internship supporting talent sourcing, screening, interview coordination and HR reporting.
Overview
Balenciaga is an iconic Paris-based luxury Maison recognized for its avant‑garde approach to fashion and design. The brand operates within the Kering group and combines strong creative direction with an increasing focus on digital innovation and corporate responsibility. As an employer, Balenciaga offers opportunities to work at the intersection of high fashion and international corporate HR practices.
Role & Responsibilities
- Draft and publish internship and apprenticeship job advertisements across relevant channels
- Source and shortlist candidates using job boards and targeted sourcing techniques
- Conduct telephone pre‑screenings and coordinate candidate interviews
- Brief hiring managers and ensure consistent follow‑up on candidate pipelines
- Monitor recruitment dashboards and key HR indicators to inform decision‑making
- Contribute to ad hoc HR projects and initiatives led by the Paris headquarters HR team
Qualifications
- Enrolled in a Master’s program (Master 1 or Master 2) in Human Resources or a related discipline
- Highly organised with rigorous attention to detail
- Genuine interest in recruitment and talent identification
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to communicate in English in an international environment
Skills
Experience
Internship‑level role suitable for a Master’s student. Prior exposure to recruitment or HR via previous internships is advantageous but not mandatory.
Education
Currently enrolled in a Master 1 or Master 2 programme in Human Resources or equivalent.
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France. Cerulean lists 3.315 open roles in Paris, including 73 posted recently. The broader Île-de-France area accounts for 3.726 active listings on Cerulean, 109 of which are new. In France as a whole, Cerulean currently features 4.274 open positions, with 137 posted this week.
Culture
Balenciaga fosters a fast‑paced, creative and excellence‑driven work environment at its Paris headquarters. The Maison emphasises professional development, collaborative teamwork and a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion across all levels of the organisation.
About Cerulean
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