Hermès Materials Reference Assistant
- Location
- PantinÎle-de-FranceFrance
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 4, 2026
About Hermès
This prestigious fashion house, renowned for its timeless elegance and innovative designs, is a part of a leading global luxury conglomerate. The brand is committed to excellence and offers a dynamic environment where creativity and business acumen are equally valued.
Hermès Materials Reference Assistant internship, Pantin. 6-month contract in materials development and product innovation for footwear.
Role & Responsibilities
- Participate in the development of new materials in close collaboration with partner suppliers and materials developers
- Coordinate color development activities for the current season
- Monitor alignment between production colors and additional requirements
- Track and validate material stages including testing, quality analysis, and specification compliance
- Update technical documentation and manage material inventory records
- Support material stock management and material consumption tracking
- Build and monitor key performance indicators for the materials portfolio
- Provide support to other departments within the Footwear Business Unit (Style, Commercial, Product Development, Quality, Collection) as required
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in an engineering school with specialization in textiles or leather
- Proficiency in Excel
- Strong organizational and reliability skills
- Excellent interpersonal and teamwork abilities
- Product sensitivity and understanding of material properties
Skills
Experience
Beginners accepted; no prior professional experience required.
Education
Current enrollment in an engineering school with a specialization in textiles or leather is required.
Workplace
This position is based in Pantin, Île-de-France, France, within easy reach of Paris.
Culture
The company fosters a collaborative and innovative culture, encouraging employees to push the boundaries of creativity while maintaining a strong commitment to sustainability and ethical practices.
About Cerulean
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