Chanel Business Development Intern — High Jewellery & Watchmaking (Client Division)

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Seniority Intern
Posted Mar 16, 2026
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Chanel — Paris: Business Development Intern (High Jewellery & Watchmaking, Client Division). Internship starting July 2026.

Overview

Chanel is a Parisian house of haute couture and luxury goods with a global presence across fashion, accessories, fine jewellery, watches and beauty. Renowned for artisanal craftsmanship, creative leadership and exacting standards, the brand offers a highly curated, client-centric environment where discretion and a refined sense of service are paramount.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Support the Client Division of High Jewellery and Haute Horlogerie in daily client-facing operations and business development activities.
  • Maintain and update client files and CRM data to ensure accuracy of contact information, purchase history and client preferences.
  • Prepare sales reports, dashboards and KPI tracking to monitor performance and support decision-making.
  • Coordinate client appointments, manage internal logistics for viewings and trunk shows, and liaise with cross‑functional teams (retail, product, operations).
  • Conduct market and competitor research to identify business opportunities and assist in the preparation of client proposals and presentations.
  • Assist with the organisation and execution of client events, VIP appointments and follow-up communications with high-net-worth clients.
  • Deliver meticulous administrative support including expense tracking, scheduling and document preparation while maintaining strict confidentiality.

Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's programme in Business, Luxury Management, Marketing, or a related discipline.
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise competing tasks and work to tight deadlines.
  • Commercial awareness of the luxury jewellery and watch market; interest in High Jewellery and Haute Horlogerie.
  • Professional discretion, cultural sensitivity and polished client-facing demeanour.
  • Fluency in French and a good command of English are highly desirable.

Skills

Client relationship management Customer file/CRM maintenance Microsoft Excel Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Outlook Sales reporting and basic data analysis Event coordination High level of discretion and attention to detail

Experience

Internship-level role; prior internships or work experience in luxury retail, jewellery, watchmaking or client services is advantageous but not mandatory.

Education

Enrolled in a university-level programme (Bachelor's or Master's) in Business, Luxury Management, Marketing or equivalent.

Workplace

This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France. Cerulean lists 3.287 open roles in Paris, including 52 posted recently. The broader Île-de-France area accounts for 3.699 active listings on Cerulean, 76 of which are new. In France as a whole, Cerulean currently features 4.243 open positions, with 89 posted this week.

Culture

Chanel cultivates a culture of craftsmanship, creative excellence and impeccable client service. Teams operate in a highly professional, collaborative environment where discretion, precision and respect for heritage are valued alongside innovation.

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.