Chanel HR Administrator Intern
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Posted
- Mar 30, 2026
About Chanel
Chanel is an iconic French maison renowned for haute couture, ready-to-wear, leather goods, accessories and beauty. Privately held and globally influential, the brand combines artisanal savoir-faire with international retail and corporate operations, offering structured development opportunities across functions including human resources.
Chanel in Vittuone, Italy seeks an HR Administrator Intern to support HR operations, onboarding and employee administration.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support day-to-day HR administrative operations including maintenance of employee records, personnel file management and HR documentation.
- Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes: prepare offer letters, induction schedules, access provisioning and exit formalities.
- Assist with interview scheduling, candidate communications and basic applicant tracking activities.
- Compile HR reports and maintain spreadsheets to track headcount, absences, and probation periods.
- Liaise with line managers and payroll/operations teams to ensure timely processing of contractual changes and time records.
- Ensure confidentiality and compliance with internal policies and applicable employment regulations.
- Contribute to ad-hoc HR projects, learning initiatives and process-improvement activities.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a Bachelor's or Master's program in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology or a related discipline.
- Strong administrative aptitude with meticulous attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and written communication; professional demeanour when interacting with employees at all levels.
- Discretion and proven ability to handle confidential information.
- Ability to prioritise multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, international environment.
Skills
Experience
Previous administrative experience or prior internship in HR or a related office environment is desirable but not required; demonstrable organisational or customer-facing experience is an advantage.
Education
Enrolled in or recently completed a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology or related field.
Workplace
This position is based in Vittuone, Lombardy, Italy, within easy reach of Milan.
Culture
Chanel fosters a culture of artisanal excellence, discretion and creative rigour. The workplace values high standards, collaborative cross‑functional work and international exposure, offering interns close mentorship and practical involvement in core HR operations.
About Cerulean
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