Balenciaga Sales Intern
Balenciaga Sales Intern in Cannes — 4‑month retail internship starting May 2026 supporting client service, merchandising and stock.
Overview
Balenciaga is a Paris-based luxury fashion house known for avant‑garde silhouettes and contemporary ready‑to‑wear, accessories and footwear. The Maison operates within a global luxury group and is recognised for bold creative direction, a strong digital presence and an emphasis on craftsmanship and material innovation.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the boutique sales team in the full client experience: welcome, advise and serve customers on the sales floor.
- Present Balenciaga products and brand image with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Collect and update client contact information and contribute to the customer database (clienteling).
- Assist with receipt, tagging, merchandising and visual presentation of merchandise.
- Contribute to stock replenishment, store housekeeping and organisation of the back‑of‑house.
- Support preparation and execution of inventory counts.
- Coordinate follow‑up for alterations and provide administrative support as required.
Qualifications
- Enrollment in or recent completion of a retail, fashion, business or related programme preferred.
- Entry‑level candidate; prior luxury retail experience is not required but a strong interest in luxury prêt‑à‑porter, accessories or footwear is essential.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, attentive listening and a client‑service mindset.
- Polished personal presentation and persuasive customer approach.
- Highly developed product and fashion awareness.
- Operational level of English, both written and spoken; availability to start in early May for a four‑month internship.
Skills
Experience
Entry‑level / internship: no specific prior professional experience required. Candidates should demonstrate strong interest in luxury retail and basic familiarity with boutique sales activities.
Education
Enrolled in or recently graduated from a programme in fashion, retail, business, hospitality or a related discipline (vocational diplomas or university studies acceptable).
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Cannes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France. 71 luxury roles are listed in Cannes on Cerulean, 2 posted in the last 48 hours. Across the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region, Cerulean lists 177 open positions — 5 listed in the past two days. Cerulean currently advertises 4.275 open roles in France, including 127 added in the last 48 hours.
Culture
The Maison cultivates a creative, high‑standards retail environment that balances heritage craft with contemporary innovation. Teams operate with a strong client focus and an appetite for experimentation, underpinned by increasing emphasis on digital engagement and social responsibility.
About Cerulean
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