Hermès Sustainable Development Apprentice
Hermès International seeks a Sustainable Development Apprentice in Paris for a 12‑month apprenticeship starting Sep 2026.
Overview
Hermès International is a French luxury house renowned for its artisanal savoir‑faire across leather goods, silk, ready‑to‑wear and lifestyle categories. The Group emphasises craftsmanship, long‑term stewardship and responsible sourcing; the Sustainable Development department coordinates environmental, social and societal initiatives across the organisation.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support deployment of the Group’s Nature strategy across métiers and distribution subsidiaries, including tracking progress and facilitating local implementation.
- Contribute to application and internal animation of SBTN (Science Based Targets for Nature) and related biodiversity footprint measurement studies.
- Assist in the design, launch and monitoring of regeneration and renaturation field projects, and perform methodological benchmarking and studies.
- Coordinate activities and communications with WWF France: liaison with WWF teams, organisation of conferences, support for sectoral and species studies, and follow‑up of field projects.
- Contribute to non‑financial reporting on Water, Pollution and Biodiversity and to responses to rating agencies and external surveys.
- Co‑pilot an academic project with Sciences Po Paris: coordinate students, provide methodological guidance and prepare interim and final deliverables.
- Support the Group sustainability network by contributing to internal committees (national and thematic) and developing internal engagement initiatives.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in higher education (Master’s or equivalent) in sustainability, environmental science, ecology, environmental engineering, CSR, or related discipline.
- Good formal knowledge of CSR/RSE principles and sustainability frameworks.
- Excellent written and spoken French and English.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, strong Excel skills and ability to manipulate quantitative data with rigour.
- Proven organisational qualities: reliability, attention to detail, autonomy, pragmatism and ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.
- Strong interpersonal skills, ability to synthesise complex information and to engage stakeholders across functions and geographies.
Skills
Experience
Beginners accepted; prior experience in cross‑functional sustainability projects or in environmental/CSR project work is an advantage.
Education
Enrolled in higher education (Master’s level preferred) in sustainability, environmental science, ecology, environmental engineering, public policy or a related field.
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France. Cerulean lists 3.316 open roles in Paris, including 67 posted recently. The broader Île-de-France area accounts for 3.727 active listings on Cerulean, 101 of which are new. In France as a whole, Cerulean currently features 4.275 open positions, with 127 posted this week.
Culture
Hermès cultivates a culture of meticulous quality, creative independence and respect for craftsmanship. The organisation promotes long‑term thinking, responsible practices and cross‑disciplinary collaboration, offering an environment where sustainability initiatives are integrated with operational and creative teams.
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