Kenzo Design Intern
- Location
- ParisÎle-de-FranceFrance
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Department
- Creative, Design & Styling
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jul 17, 2026
About Kenzo
Founded in Paris in 1970 by Kenzo Takada, Kenzo is a singular luxury house where Japanese sensibility meets the energy of the French capital. Now part of LVMH, the Maison is renowned for its bold prints, cultural dialogue, and joyful approach to fashion, accessories, and fragrance. As an employer, Kenzo offers a creative, international environment that values curiosity, craftsmanship, and contemporary vision. Its teams contribute to a brand legacy defined by openness, color, and movement, while benefiting from the standards, resources, and global perspective of one of the world’s leading luxury groups.
Kenzo Design Intern in Paris, France – 6-month studio design internship with focus on digital design and fashion production support.
Role & Responsibilities
- Research and compile mood boards and design references provided by the head of womenswear or the creative direction team
- Apply color treatments to sketches using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
- Simulate colors and patterns on product photography
- Prepare and format design presentations for submission to the creative director
- Update fitting boards and archive photography assets
- Prepare garments and styling for fittings
- Assist with fashion show production, including garment steaming and general backstage support
- Provide assistance and coordination during runway show execution
Qualifications
- Baccalaureate+3 or higher degree from a fashion school or equivalent university program
- Proficiency in the full Adobe Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
- Fluent French and English language skills
- Autonomous, dynamic work style with demonstrated curiosity and passion for fashion design
- Exceptionally organized and meticulous attention to detail
- Open to candidates with recognized disability status (RQTH)
Skills
Experience
This is an entry-level internship position open to recent graduates and early-career professionals with foundational knowledge of fashion design and digital design tools.
Education
Baccalaureate+3 or higher degree from a recognized fashion school or equivalent university program in fashion design or related discipline.
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
Kenzo fosters a vibrant, multicultural workplace where Parisian sophistication meets bold, playful creative energy inspired by global perspectives. As an employer, it encourages individuality, collaboration, and artistic curiosity, offering teams an environment that values innovation, craftsmanship, and the freedom to challenge conventions.
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.
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