- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Oct 19, 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, Louis Vuitton, and Rossimoda offer a four-month, full-time footwear production training programme in Veneto, starting in November 2026. The 800-hour programme includes 400 hours of theoretical and technical training with workshops in Capriccio di Vigonza and 400 hours of company placement; it is offered as an internship and awards certificates from Politecnico Calzaturiero and the Institut des Métiers d’Excellence LVMH.
Role & Responsibilities
- Plan and organize work; prepare materials and components for footwear production.
- Mount the upper and lining on the last, attach the sole and heels, and finish the footwear.
- Carry out preparation, assembly, and finishing operations using footwear-industry equipment and machinery.
Qualifications
- Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
- Italian citizens, citizens of another European Union member state, and non-EU foreign nationals with a residence permit or residency are eligible.
- Applicants must be domiciled in the Veneto region.
- Applicants must be unemployed or otherwise not currently employed.
- Applicants must have completed compulsory schooling.
- Manual dexterity, patience, precision, and strong attention to detail.
Skills
Experience
No prior experience required.
Education
Completion of compulsory schooling.
Workplace
This position is based in Padua, Veneto, Italy.
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
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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