Chanel Assistant Alterations Tailor (Intern)
Chanel — Internship: Assistant Alterations Tailor in Monaco. January 2024 start; join the couture atelier to assist retoucheurs with fittings and garment finishing.
Overview
Chanel is an independent, globally renowned couture house celebrated for its haute couture, ready-to-wear, accessories and leather goods. The brand sustains a network of ateliers and boutiques where artisanal savoir-faire and creative excellence are core values, making it a sought-after employer for professionals pursuing refined craftsmanship and luxury retail experience.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support senior retoucheurs/couturiers with fitting sessions, garment pinning and on-body adjustments.
- Execute hand-sewing and machine-sewing operations for alterations, mending and finishing under supervision.
- Prepare and organise garments for client appointments, ensuring impeccable presentation and tracking alteration requests.
- Assist with pressing, steaming and final quality checks to meet couture standards before client return.
- Maintain the atelier workspace and tools to the highest standards of cleanliness, order and confidentiality.
- Collaborate with ateliers and customer relations teams to respect delivery deadlines and client instructions.
Qualifications
- Enrolment in or recent completion of a vocational programme in tailoring, couture, fashion or equivalent.
- Demonstrable manual dexterity and meticulous attention to detail.
- Familiarity with couture techniques and respect for high-quality finishing standards.
- Ability to maintain discretion and professionalism when handling client garments and data.
- Flexible attitude and capacity to work within a fast-paced atelier environment.
Skills
Experience
Practical experience through internships, school ateliers or part-time work in a tailoring or couture environment is preferred; entry-level candidates with strong portfolio work and vocational training will be considered.
Education
Vocational qualification or current enrolment in a tailoring, couture or fashion programme (BTS, vocational diploma, apprenticeship or equivalent).
Workplace
This position is based in Monaco, Monaco-Ville, Monaco, within easy reach of Nice. Cerulean lists 46 open roles in Monaco. The broader Monaco-Ville area accounts for 47 active listings on Cerulean. In Monaco as a whole, Cerulean currently features 54 open positions, with 1 posted this week.
Culture
Chanel cultivates a workshop culture rooted in artisanal excellence, discretion and mentorship. The working environment emphasises precision, respect for tradition and close collaboration between seasoned artisans and emerging talent.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.