Cartier Design Project Manager Intern
- Location
- Paris Île-de-France France
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Industry
- High Jewelry
- Posted
- Sep 29, 2026
About Cartier
Cartier is one of the world’s most revered Maisons of luxury, celebrated for its high jewellery, watchmaking excellence, and enduring Parisian elegance since 1847. As an employer, Cartier offers a refined environment where craftsmanship, creativity, client excellence, and entrepreneurial spirit are cultivated with care. Its teams contribute to a heritage defined by innovation, cultural influence, and exceptional savoir-faire, while benefiting from the global strength and values of the Richemont Group. Cartier seeks individuals who combine aesthetic sensitivity, precision, collaboration, and a commitment to service, inviting them to help shape the future of a Maison synonymous with beauty, rarity, and timeless distinction.
Cartier Design Project Manager Internship, Paris. Six-month master's-level internship in luxury boutique design, material sourcing, and visual merchandising beginning January 2027.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the updating and consolidation of design catalogues including Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment, Focus and Concept ranges
- Maintain and develop mood boards, ambiance documentation, and digital image libraries
- Develop and expand a curated library of responsible and locally sourced materials
- Conduct online research and attend trade shows to source alternative materials and suppliers
- Support boutique projects through 3D updates, photomontage work, and material board preparation
- Prepare layouts, 3D visualizations, material selections, and furniture specifications for boutique refurbishments and touch-ups
- Present design concepts and material selections to regional markets
- Support the development of local boutique back-of-house guidelines and specifications
Qualifications
- Enrolled as a master's-level student in Design or Architecture
- Proficiency in design software including InDesign, Photoshop, and SketchUp
- Competency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint)
- Strong design sensibility and creative thinking
- Fluency in English
- Interest in corporate social responsibility and sustainable practices
Skills
Experience
"Master's-level study in Design or Architecture with demonstrated portfolio work; experience with design software applications preferred but not required given the internship nature of the role.
Education
Master's degree in progress in Design, Architecture, or related field
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
Cartier fosters a workplace culture rooted in exceptional craftsmanship, creativity, and respect for its rich heritage as a leading luxury Maison. Employees are encouraged to uphold the highest standards of excellence while contributing to an international, collaborative environment where innovation, elegance, and client-centric service are deeply valued.
About Cerulean
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