Christian Dior Product Development Intern - Footwear Materials

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Employment
Internship
Seniority
Intern
Compensation
€800/month
Posted
Jun 30, 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 internship in Fossò, Italy: support footwear materials development for women's collections in this luxury fashion placement.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Support the development of new materials for women's footwear collections, researching emerging trends and innovations in material science
  • Assist in the validation of materials and colours, coordinating with the Style Office to ensure consistency and quality standards
  • Process and submit sample material orders, maintaining accurate documentation and ensuring proper workflow management
  • Monitor and contribute to collection advancement across multiple development phases, ensuring timely project progression

Qualifications

  • Degree in Fashion Management, Economics, or related field
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to interact effectively with diverse stakeholders
  • Strong analytical capabilities and problem-solving mindset
  • Demonstrated attention to detail and flexibility in a dynamic environment

Skills

Material innovation research Colour validation Inventory and order management Project coordination Cross-functional collaboration

Experience

First professional experience; recent graduate or final-year student in a relevant discipline

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Management, Economics, or equivalent field

Workplace

The successful candidate will be located in Fossò, Veneto, Italy, with easy access to Venice.

Compensation

The base compensation for this position is EUR 800 per month.

Benefits

Monthly expense reimbursement of EUR 800

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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