Balenciaga Sustainability Impact Intern
- Location
- ParisÎle-de-FranceFrance
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Department
- Corporate Affairs, Sustainability & CSR
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jul 9, 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 seeks a Sustainability Impact Intern in Paris to coordinate environmental reporting, data analysis, and engagement programmes aligned with the House's sustainability roadmap.
Role & Responsibilities
- Assist in the preparation of mandatory annual environmental reports, including Kering environmental reporting covering internal operations and supply chain data; collaborate with finance controlling teams to gather supporting documentation and ensure audit readiness
- Produce tailored reports and data analyses to identify and explain business and sustainability trends, supporting the brand's decarbonization roadmap
- Support the preparation and submission of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) declarations for products and packaging
- Contribute to sustainability initiatives related to Balenciaga events, including data collection and reporting to the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode
- Support the design and delivery of training sessions for retail teams focusing on store operations and sustainability practices; contribute to in-store sustainability projects aligned with brand environmental goals
- Support the development and implementation of employee engagement initiatives in collaboration with associative and institutional partners
- Assist in organizing and coordinating internal sustainability-related events including podcasts, awareness sessions, onboarding inductions, Climate Fresks, and Sustainability Days; facilitate international rollouts in partnership with regional teams
Qualifications
- Master's degree combining management and Sustainable Development or CSR
- Robust awareness of sustainability concepts and impacts specific to the fashion industry
- Expertise in Excel and PowerPoint
- First internship experience in a consulting firm or corporate environment with data analysis and/or sustainability specialization
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and project management skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; French or Italian preferred
Skills
Experience
First internship experience in a consulting firm or corporate environment with data analysis and/or sustainability specialization.
Education
Master's degree ideally combining management and Sustainable Development or Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
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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