- Location
- Paris Île-de-France France
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Department
- Creative, Design & Styling
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Oct 20, 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 seeking a Fabric Development Assistant Intern for its Fashion division in Paris, starting in March 2027. The intern will support fabric development across Ready-to-Wear, Couture, Métiers d’art, and capsule collections, maintaining fabric references, coordinating updates, and creating visual materials.
Role & Responsibilities
- Track fabric cards, rails, and research materials accurately and keep them organized.
- Communicate with internal teams to provide timely updates and align on fabric and colour developments.
- Regularly update fabric cards, rails, and colour-ups based on ongoing research and development.
- Use Photoshop to create and edit colour-ups and visual materials.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, using strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Qualifications
- BA or MA degree in Fashion Design.
- Fabric and textile sensitivity.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Flexibility to work and adapt to changing priorities.
- Proactive attitude and team spirit.
- Fluent English; French is a plus.
- Attach a portfolio to the application.
Skills
Education
BA or MA degree in Fashion Design.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
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Benefits
Opportunities for development, growth, and multiple career paths; a creative environment that values people, excellence, personal development, and individual uniqueness.
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.
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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