Hermès Employee Engagement Intern
Hermès of Paris — Manhattan, NY: Employee Engagement Intern (Generation H, July–Dec 2026), paid $20/hr, in-person at NYC corporate headquarters.
Overview
Hermès of Paris is the U.S. subsidiary of the independent, family-owned Hermès Maison, a luxury house renowned for artisanal craftsmanship and a humanist approach to design and production. The organization emphasizes long-term talent development, creative excellence and preservation of savoir-faire while operating within a global retail and corporate network.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support employee engagement initiatives within the Talent Development team, including internal communications, recognition programs and staff events.
- Draft and edit employee-facing copy—announcements, narrative editorials and intranet content—that communicates and celebrates activities across Corporate, Retail and Service Center teams.
- Maintain and publish content on the local intranet site/app and digital signage system; coordinate with departmental publishers to update and retire pages.
- Participate in ideation, logistical planning and onsite execution for internal events, including invitations, vendor coordination, catering, décor, setup and breakdown.
- Assist with administration and execution of recognition programs, such as anniversary and annual awards, and manage digital appreciation board content.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program (Associate's or Bachelor's), in junior or senior standing, and registered for classes for the duration of the internship.
- Available to work in-person at Hermès US corporate headquarters in New York City for the full program period (July 13, 2026 – December 18, 2026).
- Interest in human resources, internal communications or event management, with a demonstrable appreciation for inclusive and diverse perspectives.
- Strong written communication skills; creative, teachable and a collaborative team player.
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and solid time-management capabilities.
- Technologically competent with proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
Skills
Experience
Beginners accepted; no prior professional experience is required. Candidates should be actively enrolled in an undergraduate program and demonstrate interest in HR, internal communications or events.
Education
Enrolled in an Associate's or Bachelor's degree program (junior or senior level) and must remain enrolled throughout the internship period.
Workplace
This position is based in Manhattan, New York, USA. Cerulean lists 4 open roles in Manhattan, including 1 posted recently. The broader New York area accounts for 590 active listings on Cerulean, 16 of which are new. In USA as a whole, Cerulean currently features 2.211 open positions, with 80 posted this week.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position is USD 20 per hour.
Culture
Hermès fosters a craft-centered, humanist workplace that prizes creativity, long-term development and respect for artisanal traditions. The Maison promotes an inclusive environment that values diversity of perspective and supports professional growth through mentorship and cross-functional learning.
About Cerulean
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