Celine Compliance Legal Intern
- Location
- Paris Île-de-France France
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Department
- Legal & Compliance
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Oct 2, 2026
About Celine
Founded in Paris in 1945 by Céline Vipiana, Celine is a storied French luxury house renowned for its modernist elegance, exacting craftsmanship, and quietly powerful vision of contemporary style. As part of LVMH, the Maison offers employees the opportunity to contribute to a global brand while remaining rooted in Parisian heritage, artisanal excellence, and creative discipline. Celine seeks individuals who combine cultural sensitivity, precision, and entrepreneurial spirit across design, merchandising, retail, operations, and corporate functions. The house fosters an environment where talent is expected to uphold exceptional standards, shape refined client experiences, and participate in the continuing evolution of a distinctive luxury identity.
Celine is seeking a Compliance Legal Intern to join its Legal Department’s Compliance team in an international environment. The six-month internship begins in July 2027, is full-time and on-site in Paris, and requires a school internship agreement.
Role & Responsibilities
- Address a varied range of compliance matters, including anti-corruption under Sapin II, anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing (AML-CTF), and international sanctions.
- Help draft and review legal documents in French and English.
- Conduct legal research and help prepare legal notes and consultations for operational teams.
- Help draft and update internal policies and procedures.
- Monitor legislative and regulatory developments.
- Write a monthly newsletter.
Qualifications
- Master 2 in Compliance and/or Business Criminal Law; the CRFPA entrance examination is a plus.
- Six consecutive months of internship experience or an apprenticeship in a legal department or law firm, in France or abroad.
- Dynamic, organized, rigorous, autonomous, and proactive, with strong teamwork, writing, and synthesis skills.
- Excellent written and spoken English (minimum C1 or equivalent).
- Proficiency in Office software and legal databases.
- A school internship agreement is required.
Skills
Experience
Six consecutive months of internship experience or an apprenticeship in a legal department or law firm, in France or abroad.
Education
Master 2 in Compliance and/or Business Criminal Law; the CRFPA entrance examination is a plus.
Workplace
The role is situated in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
Celine cultivates a refined, exacting workplace where creativity, discipline, and a deep respect for Parisian elegance shape every decision. As an employer, it values craftsmanship, cultural awareness, and strong individual ownership, offering teams an environment that is both demanding and inspiring within the world of luxury fashion.
About Cerulean
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