- Location
- Paris Île-de-France France
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Mar 16, 2026
About Chanel
Chanel is an iconic French luxury fashion house renowned for haute couture, ready-to-wear, accessories and beauty. As an independent maison, it combines deep artisanal heritage with global retail operations; the brand places a premium on craftsmanship, discretion and exacting standards and invests in employee development across ateliers and boutiques.
Chanel seeks an assistant sales professional for a 6-month internship to embody the Maison's vision within a boutique retail environment. The successful candidate will champion Chanel's unique aesthetic and heritage to both local and international clientele, delivering personalized styling guidance and exceptional service aligned with the Maison's values. This role combines client relationship excellence with product expertise across the Fashion collection.
Role & Responsibilities
- Internalize and communicate the distinctive Chanel aesthetic and brand values within the retail point of sale
- Deliver exceptional client experiences in alignment with Chanel's heritage and service standards across both local and international customer bases
- Provide personalized styling guidance, build client confidence, and cultivate genuine client relationships through attentive service
- Generate client interest and engagement across the complete Fashion collection range
- Contribute collaboratively to boutique performance and team success with elegance, enthusiasm, and cultural awareness
Qualifications
- Strong passion for Chanel, fashion, and embodiment of brand values and codes
- Cultural sensitivity and appreciation for multicultural environments
- Commercial instinct with evident spontaneity and proactive customer engagement
- Excellent interpersonal and service orientation skills
- Fluent English proficiency
Skills
Experience
Candidates should demonstrate prior exposure to luxury retail, fashion, or client-facing roles, though not mandatory given the internship structure.
Education
Upper secondary qualification (Baccalaureate) through to master's degree level (Bac+1 to Bac+5).
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
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Culture
Chanel’s workplace culture emphasises craftsmanship, creativity and rigorous attention to detail. The brand values mentorship and discreet professionalism, offering immersive exposure to luxury retail standards in an environment driven by heritage and innovation.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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