Chanel Quality Assurance Engineer Intern — Fragrances & Beauty
Chanel — Quality Assurance Engineer Intern (Fragrances & Beauty) in Compiegne. Internship in product quality, laboratory testing and regulatory support.
Overview
Chanel is an independent French luxury house recognised for its haute couture, ready-to-wear, leather goods, watches, fine jewellery and beauty and fragrance lines. The brand is synonymous with craftsmanship, creative excellence and rigorous product standards, offering career opportunities within a global luxury environment that values discretion, heritage and innovation.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the quality assurance team in the testing and release of fragrances and beauty products across development and production phases.
- Execute and document laboratory analyses and stability studies under established protocols; record results and prepare technical summaries.
- Assist in the investigation of non-conformances and deviations, contributing to root-cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
- Maintain and organise samples, test records and quality files in compliance with internal procedures and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with R&D, production, packaging and supply-chain teams to ensure product specifications and quality milestones are met.
- Contribute to continuous improvement projects to optimise test methods, documentation practices and laboratory efficiency.
- Participate in internal audits and support external supplier quality activities as required.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's programme in Chemical Engineering, Cosmetic Science, Pharmacy, Biotechnology or equivalent.
- Practical laboratory experience (academic or industrial) with analytical methods and good experimental technique.
- Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail and rigorous documentation habits.
- Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and communicate technical results clearly.
- Proactive, organized and capable of managing competing priorities in a regulated environment.
Skills
Experience
Internship-level role intended for students; prior laboratory or industrial experience in cosmetics or pharmaceuticals is an advantage but not mandatory.
Education
Enrolled in a relevant technical degree (Bachelor's or Master's) in Chemical Engineering, Cosmetic Science, Pharmacy, Biotechnology or a closely related discipline.
Workplace
The role is situated in Compiegne, Hauts-de-France, France — conveniently close to Paris. There are currently 11 open positions in Compiegne on Cerulean. Within Hauts-de-France, Cerulean currently features 40 open roles, including 2 recent additions. Across France, Cerulean lists 4.293 open roles — 140 of them newly added.
Culture
Chanel’s workplace culture blends strict technical standards with creative ambition; teams operate with high confidentiality, meticulous attention to quality and pride in craftsmanship. The company fosters cross-disciplinary collaboration and offers exposure to global luxury product development.
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.