Christian Dior Assistant Studio Footwear Designer
- Location
- ParisÎle-de-FranceFrance
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Department
- Creative, Design & Styling
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Aug 26, 2026
About Christian Dior
Christian Dior, founded in Paris in 1946, stands as one of the world’s most influential maisons, uniting haute couture, ready-to-wear, leather goods, fragrance, beauty, and exceptional retail experiences. As an employer, Dior offers a culture shaped by artistic audacity, meticulous craftsmanship, and the pursuit of excellence, where heritage and innovation continually enrich one another. Its teams collaborate across ateliers, studios, boutiques, and corporate functions within an international environment that values elegance, precision, inclusivity, and entrepreneurial spirit. Working at Dior means contributing to a legacy of timeless style while helping define the future of luxury with creativity, discipline, and purpose.
Christian Dior Couture, Paris: 6-month Assistant Studio Footwear Designer internship (March/April 2027) in luxury footwear design.
Role & Responsibilities
- Contribute to the creative design process for footwear collections
- Produce renderings and technical illustrations using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
- Support coordination between design and development teams with mock-up development
- Conduct image, material and shape research for design inspiration
- Analyze fashion and footwear trends and monitor industry developments
- Participate in daily studio organization and workflow management
- Support inventory tracking and material management systems
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Fashion Design or Footwear Design
- Valid internship agreement from current educational institution (mandatory)
- Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop with demonstrated digital shoe rendering capability
- Portfolio demonstrating footwear design skills and creative vision
- Genuine passion for footwear and luxury fashion
- Previous internship or professional experience in footwear, luxury, or fashion industry (preferred)
- Fluent in English
Skills
Experience
Entry-level candidates with passion for footwear design are encouraged to apply. Previous internship or work experience in the luxury fashion or footwear sectors is advantageous but not mandatory.
Education
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Fashion Design, Footwear Design, or closely related discipline. A valid internship agreement from an accredited educational institution is mandatory.
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
Christian Dior fosters a culture of refined creativity, exceptional craftsmanship, and continuous innovation, where teams are encouraged to uphold the Maison’s heritage while shaping the future of luxury. As an employer, it offers a dynamic and exacting environment that values collaboration, excellence, and the development of talent across artistic, retail, and corporate disciplines.
About Cerulean
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