- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Nov 1, 2026
About Longchamp
Longchamp is a family-owned French leather goods house. Jean Cassegrain founded it in Paris in 1948, making leather-covered pipes before the house turned to luggage and handbags. Its collections also include shoes and ready-to-wear.
Longchamp is seeking a Sales Advisor for a 2–3-month internship starting in early December 2026 at its Galeries Lafayette stand in Perpignan. The role represents the house, delivers a distinctive client experience, supports sales and client engagement, and contributes to point-of-sale operations and visual merchandising.
Role & Responsibilities
- Represent Longchamp’s brand image and embody its values of energy and authenticity.
- Create a distinctive experience for every client.
- Proactively welcome and guide clients as they discover the brand and its products.
- Listen actively to clients’ needs to maximize sales while providing sincere, impeccable service.
- Build a client database using the digital tools provided and strengthen client engagement with the house.
- Maintain the point of sale, including the cash desk, stockroom and merchandise presentation.
- Participate in visual merchandising changes in line with the guidelines.
- Contribute to back-office operations, including inventory and replenishment.
Qualifications
- Bac+2/3 level education from a business school or equivalent.
- Ideally, initial sales experience.
- Conversational or advanced English at B2 or C1 level.
- Knowledge of an additional language is an advantage.
- Passion for fashion and leather goods.
- Strong customer orientation and an interest in developing performance- and results-focused skills.
- Enthusiasm and good knowledge of the sector and its trends.
Skills
Education
Bac+2/3 level, from a business school or equivalent.
Workplace
This position is based in Perpignan, Occitanie, France.
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Benefits
€10.50 meal vouchers, with €6.04 covered by the employer; 50% reimbursement of transport costs upon submission of a subscription receipt; professional development through training in retail professions.
Culture
Leatherworkers learn their trade in the house’s workshops. At Segré, craftspeople also repair bags, while in boutiques and department-store concessions sales advisers help clients choose among materials, sizes and finishes.
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