Chanel Colour & Texture Laboratory Technician (Apprenticeship)

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Employment Internship
Seniority Intern
Department Research, Innovation & Product Development
Industry Perfumes, Cosmetics & Prestige Beauty
Posted Apr 7, 2026
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Chanel in Chamant seeks a Colour & Texture Laboratory Technician (Apprenticeship) for Parfums Beauté starting Oct 2026.

Overview

Chanel is an independent French haute couture and luxury goods maison known for its fashion, beauty and fragrance maisons. The Parfums Beauté division combines artisanal savoir-faire with rigorous scientific development to create prestige cosmetics and fragrances; as an employer it blends creative excellence, technical innovation and strong brand heritage.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Support R&D teams in formulation and development of colour cosmetics and texture systems, preparing and executing bench-scale trials under supervision.
  • Perform sample preparation, dosing, dispersion and reproducible bench work following established protocols and safety rules.
  • Conduct analytical and instrumental measurements related to colour and texture (e.g., colourimetry, rheology/texture assessments) and record results accurately.
  • Execute stability, compatibility and accelerated ageing tests; monitor samples, log findings and escalate deviations to supervisors.
  • Maintain laboratory cleanliness, calibrate and assist in routine maintenance of equipment, and ensure compliant sample traceability and documentation (batch records, notebooks, LIMS entries where applicable).
  • Contribute to technical reports, experimental summaries and cross-functional meetings with quality, production and packaging teams.

Qualifications

  • Enrolment in an accredited technical or university programme in chemistry, cosmetic science, materials science or a related discipline (BTS/DUT, Licence Professionnelle or Bachelor's) and available for alternance starting October 2026.
  • Solid practical laboratory skills with strong attention to detail, manual dexterity and an aptitude for precise measurement.
  • Familiarity with basic analytical methods relevant to cosmetics (colourimetry, texture/rheology testing) and standard laboratory safety/GMP practices.
  • Organisational skills and ability to produce clear technical records and experimental reports.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within cross‑functional teams and follow scientific protocols under supervision.

Skills

cosmetic formulation colourimetry texture analysis / rheology sample preparation and dosing stability testing laboratory safety and GMP technical reporting and documentation cross-functional collaboration

Experience

Prior hands-on laboratory experience gained through internships, school laboratory coursework or vocational placements is desirable but not mandatory for an alternance position.

Education

Currently enrolled in a vocational or undergraduate programme (BTS/DUT, Licence Professionnelle or Bachelor's) in chemistry, cosmetic science, materials science or equivalent; available for alternance beginning October 2026.

Workplace

The successful candidate will be located in Chamant, Oise, France, with easy access to Paris.

Culture

Chanel's Parfums Beauté teams combine creative direction with scientific rigour, encouraging meticulous craftsmanship and innovation. The workplace emphasises collaborative, cross-disciplinary development between R&D, quality and production, with strong respect for brand excellence and product integrity.

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.

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