Fendi Retail Intern
Fendi — Retail Intern (In‑store) in Paris. Six‑month internship beginning April 2026 in luxury retail, clienteling and store operations.
Overview
Fendi is an Italian maison renowned for its expertise in leather goods, ready‑to‑wear and artisanal savoir‑faire. As part of the LVMH group, the brand blends Roman heritage with avant‑garde creativity and maintains a global retail network that values craftsmanship, client experience and professional development.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support daily sales‑floor operations under the guidance of a Senior Client Advisor and Store Manager, participating in customer service, merchandising and store upkeep.
- Develop clienteling capabilities and apply the Maison’s ‘selling ceremony’ to nurture and convert high‑value client interactions.
- Deliver an exceptional, brand‑aligned customer experience and manage customer satisfaction to meet store performance expectations.
- Perform customer data collection and accurate data entry to support CRM and follow‑up activities.
- Contribute to achieving store targets through proactive engagement, cross‑selling and upselling initiatives.
- Lead a dedicated store project, from analysis to recommendations, aligned with store priorities and supported by store leadership.
- Conduct sales, market and competitor analyses and produce actionable proposals to unlock new sales potential.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a degree in Business Administration, Economics, Marketing, Communication, Design, Fashion or Luxury Management.
- High interest in retail and the luxury sector; prior experience with luxury goods is a plus.
- Fluent in English and French; additional languages are advantageous.
- Proactive mindset with strong problem‑solving abilities and a capacity to work autonomously when required.
- Excellent team player with the ability to collaborate across multifunctional store teams.
- Strong analytical aptitude, creativity and an eye for detail.
Skills
Experience
Beginner level — intended for current students or recent graduates seeking practical experience in luxury retail. Previous internships or part‑time roles in retail or luxury goods are beneficial but not required.
Education
Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Marketing, Communication, Design, Fashion or Luxury Management (current enrolment or recent graduate).
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France. Cerulean lists 3.316 open roles in Paris, including 67 posted recently. The broader Île-de-France area accounts for 3.727 active listings on Cerulean, 101 of which are new. In France as a whole, Cerulean currently features 4.275 open positions, with 127 posted this week.
Culture
Fendi combines Italian craftsmanship and contemporary creativity within the structure of the LVMH group, fostering a culture that prizes excellence in client service and artisanal quality. The workplace encourages collaborative learning, cross‑disciplinary exposure and opportunities to contribute ideas that shape the Maison’s retail expression.
About Cerulean
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