- Location
- Paris Île-de-France France
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Posted
- Nov 2, 2026
About Guerlain
Founded in Paris in 1828, Guerlain is one of the world’s most storied maisons of fragrance, beauty and skincare, renowned for its artisanal excellence, scientific innovation and enduring sense of French elegance. As an employer, Guerlain offers the opportunity to contribute to a living heritage where creativity, craftsmanship and responsible luxury meet. Its teams span perfumery, retail excellence, research, marketing, supply chain and corporate functions, united by a passion for exceptional products and client experience. With a strong commitment to biodiversity, sustainability and the preservation of savoir-faire, Guerlain attracts talents who aspire to shape the future of beauty while honoring nearly two centuries of legacy.
Guerlain seeks a Business Development Assistant Intern to analyze commercial performance and support launch, product catalogue and promotion decisions across its three business lines, ensuring strategies are reflected in stores and online. This full-time, six-month internship begins in January 2027 and is based in Paris.
Role & Responsibilities
- Analyze performance across business categories and product lines, review product launches, and assess competitor results and market trends.
- Develop recommendations on product offerings, quantities, assortments, and competitive best practices.
- Ensure category strategies are implemented consistently across all customer touchpoints, including catalogue optimization, in-store and online merchandising, digital experiences, services, and sampling strategy.
- Inform and engage customer experience stakeholders, including training, merchandising, digital, and direct sales teams, in the strategy for each product category.
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing or having completed four or five years of higher education in business, engineering, or an equivalent field.
- Ideally, have an initial professional experience in marketing project management; experience in the luxury or beauty sectors is an advantage.
- Be organized and able to manage priorities and multiple tasks rigorously while remaining proactive and engaged.
- Be enthusiastic, curious, collaborative, considerate, humble, personable, and adaptable.
- Have an interest in analytical assignments that support a 360-degree view of projects, and demonstrate strong synthesis skills.
- Be fluent in English.
- Have a good command of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Skills
Experience
Ideally, an initial professional experience in marketing project management; luxury or beauty experience is an advantage.
Education
Four or five years of higher education in business, engineering, or an equivalent field.
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
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Culture
Guerlain cultivates a refined workplace culture rooted in French artistry, exceptional craftsmanship, and a deep respect for its heritage in fragrance and beauty. As an employer, it values creativity, excellence, and sustainability, encouraging teams to combine innovation with the Maison’s enduring sense of elegance and purpose.
About Cerulean
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