- Location
- Paris Île-de-France France
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Oct 29, 2026
About Louis Vuitton
Founded in Paris in 1854, Louis Vuitton stands among the world’s most emblematic luxury maisons, renowned for exceptional craftsmanship, innovation, and the art of travel. As an employer, the Maison offers a distinctive environment where heritage and modernity meet, inviting talents to contribute to a global culture of excellence across retail, design, craftsmanship, client experience, operations, and corporate functions. Louis Vuitton values curiosity, precision, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit, supporting employees through international opportunities, learning pathways, and a strong commitment to savoir-faire. Its teams are united by a shared ambition to craft enduring desirability and deliver exceptional experiences worldwide.
Louis Vuitton seeks a Leather Materials Development Assistant for a six-month on-site internship starting in February 2027. The intern will develop leather and edge-paint colors, support material qualification and quality follow-up, and conduct a technical study within the Materials Development Department.
Role & Responsibilities
- Develop edge-paint colors for new leather goods products, from supplier launch through color approval and qualification.
- Develop leather color variations for Men’s runway collections with increasing autonomy; assess risks, prepare production, and track pre-production runs through final approval in coordination with suppliers.
- Support the qualification of new leather references and treatments by coordinating laboratory tests and analyzing results.
- Update color libraries each quarter and ensure reference samples are prepared according to internal procedures.
- Conduct a technical study on a leather development, design, or quality issue by building an experiment plan, monitoring trials, analyzing results, and making concrete recommendations.
Qualifications
- Training at an engineering or technical school, or equivalent, related to materials.
- Interest in materials, their applications in leather goods, and the world of collections.
- Enjoyment of analysis, organization, and problem-solving.
- Willingness to work as part of a team, take initiative, and develop autonomy.
Skills
Experience
Entry-level; the role is described as suitable for beginners.
Education
Training at an engineering or technical school, or equivalent, related to materials.
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
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Benefits
Continuous learning and professional development opportunities; personalized support and guidance throughout the internship.
Culture
Louis Vuitton fosters a culture rooted in heritage, craftsmanship, and a relentless pursuit of excellence, where employees contribute to one of the world’s most iconic luxury maisons. Its workplace environment combines creativity, precision, and international collaboration, offering teams the opportunity to grow within a brand that values innovation, client experience, and long-term savoir-faire.
About Cerulean
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