Hermès Quality Assurance Intern – Leather & Components
- Location
- PantinÎle-de-FranceFrance
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jun 11, 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: 6-month internship in Quality Assurance for Leather & Components, Pantin. Begin September 2026.
Role & Responsibilities
- Participate in quality risk reviews for leather and component materials during the development phase
- Update risk tracking matrices and quality key performance indicators
- Support consolidated quality risk monitoring for finished products in collaboration with the Materials Quality team
- Assist with pre-series quality control inspections
- Update and maintain seasonal and permanent component quality standards
- Collect and verify laboratory test results from tanneries against specifications and defined testing frequencies
- Create and maintain quality control inspection forms for distribution to logistics partners
- Monitor and manage quality anomalies identified during inspections
- Contribute to the development of monthly supplier performance indicators and associated reporting
- Attend weekly supplier meetings and coordination sessions
- Conduct comparative analysis between wear testing results and laboratory testing results to evaluate protocol effectiveness
- Support dedicated research initiatives on leather maintenance and care protocols
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree + 4-5 years or equivalent (ideally from an engineering school specializing in textiles or leather such as ENSAIT, ITECH, or HEI)
- Rigor, curiosity, and dynamic approach with strong organizational capabilities
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate within cross-functional teams
- Proactive mindset with genuine commitment to continuous improvement
- Fluent English, both written and spoken
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite – Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Skills
Education
Bachelor's degree plus four to five years of academic training or equivalent qualification, ideally from a specialized engineering school in textiles or leather goods (ENSAIT, ITECH, HEI, or equivalent institution).
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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