- Location
- Compiègne Hauts-de-France France
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Posted
- Oct 28, 2026
About Chanel
Chanel is one of the world’s most revered luxury houses, founded by Gabrielle Chanel and distinguished by an enduring vision of elegance, freedom, and modernity. As an employer, the House brings together métiers ranging from haute couture, fashion and leather goods to fragrance, beauty, watches, and fine jewelry, offering employees the opportunity to contribute to a legacy defined by exceptional craftsmanship and creative audacity. Chanel values excellence, discretion, collaboration, and long-term development, fostering an environment where talent is nurtured and heritage is continually reinterpreted for contemporary clients. Its teams are united by a commitment to quality, innovation, and the timeless spirit of the brand.
Chanel is recruiting a Continuous Improvement Engineer Intern for a six-month internship starting in January 2027 at its Compiègne skincare and toiletries manufacturing and packaging site. The intern will help improve washing-room organization and working conditions, optimize material flows, support ergonomics and safety initiatives, and strengthen consumables management.
Role & Responsibilities
- Contribute to projects that improve the organization and working conditions in the washing room, working with the tutor and operational teams.
- Optimize material flows by organizing the provision of dirty equipment and formalizing standards suited to different sectors.
- Support ergonomics and safety projects by contributing to action plans, tracking schedules, and sharing progress.
- Improve consumables management by proposing an organizational approach and tracking tools to sustain good practices.
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing an engineering degree at Bac+4/5 level in mechanical engineering or continuous improvement, with knowledge of Lean management and ergonomics.
- Autonomous and organized, with an interest in proposing practical solutions and managing several projects.
- Confident in oral communication and comfortable interacting with operational teams.
Skills
Education
Currently pursuing an engineering degree at Bac+4/5 level in mechanical engineering or continuous improvement.
Workplace
This position is based in Compiègne, Hauts-de-France, France.
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Culture
Chanel fosters a culture of timeless creativity, exacting craftsmanship, and quiet excellence, where employees are encouraged to uphold the house’s heritage while contributing to its continued innovation. The workplace environment is refined, collaborative, and deeply committed to quality, offering professionals the opportunity to grow within a globally respected maison that values discretion, artistry, and long-term vision.
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