Hermès Special Events Intern
- Location
- New York City New York USA
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Compensation
- $20/hour
- Department
- Corporate Affairs, Sustainability & CSR
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Oct 6, 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 is seeking a Special Events Intern for its Generation H program, a five-month in-person internship at the US corporate headquarters in New York City, scheduled January 11 to June 28, 2027. The internship pays $20 per hour and may be full-time (37.5 hours weekly) or part-time (more than 15 and fewer than 35 hours weekly) to accommodate academic schedules; the program also includes speaker sessions, mentoring, networking and a capstone project.
Role & Responsibilities
- Organize and maintain Special Events collateral and materials.
- Research event venues, caterers, and potential vendors.
- Assist with event logistics and planning, and review budgets.
- Contribute to global event recaps after events are finalized.
- Work with team members to maintain off-site and internal Special Events inventory.
- Collaborate with the Communications Department before events and work on-site during local New York events.
Qualifications
- Be enrolled in an associate, bachelor's, or master's degree program.
- Be proactive and self-starting, with the ability to take initiative and work both collaboratively and independently.
- Have creative problem-solving ability and strong communication skills.
- Have strong organizational and critical-thinking skills.
- Luxury brand experience is an advantage.
- Expertise in Excel and PowerPoint is preferred.
- Knowledge of Fashion GPS is preferred.
- Be available to work during the full five-month program, scheduled from January 11, 2027, to June 28, 2027.
Skills
Education
Enrollment in an associate, bachelor's, or master's degree program.
Workplace
The role is situated in New York City, New York, USA.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position is USD 20 per hour.
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
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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