Chanel Beauty Consultant Intern
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- Employment
- Internship
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- Intern
- Posted
- Mar 16, 2026
About Chanel
Chanel is an independent French maison renowned for haute couture, ready-to-wear, accessories, fragrances and luxury beauty. As an employer, Chanel emphasizes artisanal craftsmanship, exacting service standards and intensive product training across its global network of boutiques.
Chanel Paris seeks a Beauty Advisor Intern (Stage) to support in-store clienteling, makeovers and merchandising in a flagship boutique.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support in-store sales through proactive clienteling: book and manage appointments, follow up with clients, and maintain customer records.
- Perform product demonstrations and beauty services including skincare consultations, make-up application and fragrance advising under brand protocols.
- Assist merchandising and visual presentation to uphold Chanel boutique standards, including stock replenishment and window/shopfloor displays.
- Operate point-of-sale systems and handle sales administration, sample management and accurate reporting of transactions.
- Contribute to boutique events, new product launches and training sessions; ensure strict compliance with brand image, hygiene and security procedures.
Qualifications
- Enrolled in an accredited university, vocational or professional programme (business, luxury retail, cosmetics, cosmetology or related) with an internship component.
- Polished and professional personal presentation consistent with luxury retail standards.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a client-focused mindset and high emotional intelligence.
- Flexible availability including weekends and peak retail periods.
- Right to undertake internships in France (work/visa eligibility).
Skills
Experience
Prior experience in retail or beauty—whether through previous internships, part-time retail roles or demonstrable voluntary experience—is advantageous but not mandatory; a strong interest in luxury beauty and client service is essential.
Education
Currently enrolled in a tertiary-level programme in Business, Luxury Retail, Cosmetics/Cosmetology or a related field.
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
Chanel cultivates a disciplined, service-led culture that prizes heritage, discretion and product mastery. Teams operate with high professional standards and continuous learning, offering structured training and close mentorship within an elite retail environment.
About Cerulean
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