Clarins Sales and Marketing Trainee

Plan-les-Ouates Geneva Switzerland

Employment
Contract
Seniority
Intern
Posted
Nov 5, 2026

About Clarins

Founded in Paris in 1954 by Jacques Courtin-Clarins, Clarins is a family-owned beauty house renowned for its plant-inspired skincare, makeup and spa expertise. Combining scientific research with a close understanding of customers’ needs, the brand has built an international presence while preserving its French heritage. As an employer, Clarins brings together specialists across research, product development, manufacturing, retail and corporate functions, united by a commitment to quality and service. Its emphasis on responsible beauty, innovation and long-term stewardship offers a distinctive professional environment for those seeking to contribute to an established beauty house with an entrepreneurial spirit.

The Sales and Marketing Trainee supports myBlend’s sales administration, marketing, retail, product, event and project activities, with a focus on the Swiss market and the wider DACH region. The role is a one-year fixed-term contract and supports the brand’s commercial growth, retail presence and consumer experience.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Support sustainable business growth and develop myBlend’s commercial potential in the DACH region.
  • Strengthen myBlend’s brand awareness and positioning in the DACH premium beauty market.
  • Develop and support key retail partnerships and points of sale, maintaining a strong and consistent brand presence.
  • Build a distinctive brand experience across retail, e-commerce, events and other consumer touchpoints.
  • Implement product launches, campaigns and strategic initiatives to support the brand’s continued development.
  • Support operational excellence and agility as the business grows and respond effectively to market opportunities.
  • Assist with sales administration, customer information and follow-up of commercial activities.
  • Help prepare and adapt approved marketing and communication materials for the DACH region.
  • Assist with product launches, retail initiatives and preparation of materials for points of sale.
  • Help prepare materials and organise logistics for PR activities, events and training sessions, and participate when required.
  • Support communication and follow-up with suppliers and partners.
  • Assist with assigned tasks, update follow-up documents and inform the team of questions or delays.
  • Coordinate assigned projects and operational topics, ensuring clear follow-up, timelines and deliverables, and proactively escalate issues when required.

Qualifications

  • Interest in sales, marketing, retail or a related field, ideally in beauty, luxury or premium consumer goods.
  • Previous internship, apprenticeship or other practical experience is a plus, but not required.
  • Currently studying or recently graduated in Business, Marketing, Communications or a related field, or equivalent training.
  • Native or mother-tongue German is mandatory.
  • Fluent or professional proficiency in English and French is mandatory.
  • Good organisational skills and willingness to support the team.
  • Attention to detail and ability to organise assigned tasks.
  • Proactive, hands-on and solution-oriented approach.
  • Ability to follow up on assigned tasks with guidance from the team.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Comfort working in a fast-paced and changing environment.
  • Good command of Microsoft Office, Excel and PowerPoint, and ability to work with digital tools.
  • Proactive and willing to learn; organised and detail-oriented; reliable and accountable; flexible and adaptable; team-oriented; positive, curious and eager to learn; strong interest in beauty, skincare and premium brands.

Skills

Microsoft Office Excel PowerPoint Digital tools Organisation Attention to detail Communication Interpersonal skills Project coordination Task follow-up

Education

Currently studying or recently graduated in Business, Marketing, Communications or a related field, or equivalent training.

Workplace

This position is based in Plan-les-Ouates, Geneva, Switzerland, within easy reach of Geneva.

The setting Geneva

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Culture

As a family-owned French beauty group, Clarins combines an entrepreneurial spirit with a culture rooted in botanical expertise, scientific innovation and close attention to customers. Its workplace values collaboration, the transmission of know-how and a shared commitment to responsible beauty, connecting professional excellence with care for people and nature.

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Clarins Sales and Marketing Trainee

Plan-les-Ouates, Switzerland

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