- Location
- Pantin Île-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.
The Formula and Process Innovation Intern at Chanel’s Makeup Formula & Process Innovation Laboratory will develop new makeup formulas and manufacturing processes to achieve new performance. The six-month internship begins in February 2027 in Pantin and includes laboratory trials, formula–process optimisation and technical recommendations.
Role & Responsibilities
- Design and develop new makeup formulas incorporating new raw materials and technological approaches.
- Study a manufacturing process to optimise formula performance by defining process parameters to vary and evaluation criteria, then conducting trials.
- Evaluate and optimise the formula–process interface to ensure the robustness of the final product.
- Identify the benefits and limitations of tested solutions and recommend technical improvements to the formula and manufacturing process.
Qualifications
- Higher education, such as an engineering degree or a Master’s, with a specialisation in formulation and manufacturing processes.
- Enjoys laboratory work.
- Interested in makeup formulation challenges and industrial scale-up.
- Demonstrates an aptitude for creativity and innovation, and an interest in product sensoriality.
- Good interpersonal skills and written and verbal communication skills.
- Curiosity, rigour and an ability to synthesise information.
Skills
Education
Higher education, such as an engineering degree or a Master’s, with a specialisation in formulation and manufacturing processes.
Workplace
This position is based in Pantin, Île-de-France, France, within easy reach of Paris.
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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.
About Cerulean
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