Givenchy Retail Merchandising Intern (EMEA)
Givenchy — Retail Merchandising Intern (EMEA) in Paris. 6‑month internship starting July 2026 supporting EMEA reporting, launches and store performance.
Overview
Maison Givenchy is a Parisian haute couture and ready-to-wear maison within the LVMH group, celebrated for refined French elegance, artisanal craftsmanship and globally distributed luxury ready-to-wear and accessories. As part of the LVMH family, the brand operates at the intersection of couture heritage and contemporary fashion, offering an international, fast‑paced environment that values creativity, precision and retail excellence.
Role & Responsibilities
- Maintain and update weekly and monthly sales reporting for the EMEA retail network; develop ad hoc analyses to support commercial decision‑making.
- Prepare and distribute the Weekly Merch News to regional stakeholders and ensure consistent, actionable communication.
- Support end‑to‑end product launches: monitor collection shipments against implantation calendars, develop launch tools and collateral, and assist in training session preparation and delivery.
- Prepare merchandising and store‑animation materials (product focus, in‑store challenges, Mix & Match recommendations) to drive sell‑through.
- Respond to boutique requests across EMEA relating to stock, collection queries and operational needs; coordinate stock rebalancing aligned with EMEA retail strategy.
- Support Retail Merchandisers in buying sessions by preparing pre‑read analyses and presentation materials and participating in collection buying strategy.
- Conduct competitive visits and trend monitoring to inform assortment, merchandising and commercial initiatives; perform frequent in‑store visits across the retail network.
Qualifications
- Enrolled in a recognized business school or equivalent university programme (convention de stage required).
- Availability for a 6‑month full‑time internship (start July 2026) based at Givenchy’s Paris head office (Alma‑Marceau, 8th arrondissement).
- Fluent in French and English, both written and spoken.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and solid skills in PowerPoint for analysis and presentation.
- Strong numerical and analytical aptitude, with rigorous attention to data accuracy and organisation.
- Interest in luxury and fashion, curiosity for trends, autonomy, initiative and excellent interpersonal skills.
Skills
Experience
Entry‑level — student internship. Ideally one prior practical experience in an analytical function, retail merchandising or buying is preferred but not mandatory.
Education
Currently enrolled in a business school or equivalent university programme (required for internship agreement).
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
Givenchy combines couture tradition with contemporary creativity in a high‑performance, international workplace. The maison values meticulous craftsmanship, commercial rigour and collaborative cross‑functional work, offering exposure to global retail operations within the LVMH ecosystem.
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