Hermès Sales Advisor Intern
Hermès — Sales Advisor Internship in Bordeaux (May–Aug). In-store internship for a business-school student to deliver luxury client experiences.
Overview
Hermès is an esteemed French maison of luxury goods, organized into specialized métiers and represented worldwide through owned boutiques and a controlled distribution network. Hermès Distribution France operates the brand's retail network in France under Hermès Sellier, sustaining a culture of artisanal excellence, meticulous quality and discreet, service-driven client relationships.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the boutique team in delivering exceptional client experiences across all product departments (leather goods, fashion, beauty, home, watches, jewelry, etc.).
- Actively prospect and identify sales opportunities in store; propose relevant products and personalised services to clients.
- Build and maintain an autonomous client file and ensure timely follow-up to nurture national and international customers.
- Collaborate with the head of external relations when appropriate to create memorable, tailored client experiences.
- Contribute to daily store operations: participate in inventories, implement merchandising changes, organise stock and maintain the presentation of the department.
- Represent and communicate the Maison’s values and the work of Hermès artisans to clients and new colleagues.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a business school or equivalent higher-education program (Bac+3 level).
- Available for the full internship period (May to end of August).
- Excellent interpersonal skills with a warm, generous client approach and the ability to recruit and retain clientele.
- Highly professional and humble demeanour, exemplary in conduct and presentation.
- Comfortable and agile with digital tools and modern means of communication.
- Fluent English, both written and spoken.
Skills
Experience
No prior professional retail experience required; beginners and business-school students are encouraged to apply.
Education
Enrolled student in a business/commerce program (Bac+3 level).
Workplace
The role is situated in Bordeaux, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France. There are currently 8 open positions in Bordeaux on Cerulean. Across France, Cerulean lists 4.322 open roles — 87 of them newly added.
Culture
The Maison cultivates a workplace rooted in craftsmanship, discretion and exacting standards, where respect for artisanal techniques meets contemporary retail practice. Teams are client-centric and collaborative, emphasizing personalised service, continuous learning and pride in product knowledge.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.