Louis Vuitton Methods and Continuous Improvement Engineer
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- May 18, 2026
About Louis Vuitton
Louis Vuitton is an iconic luxury maison renowned for its leather goods, ready-to-wear and accessories. Part of the LVMH group, the brand combines artisanal craftsmanship with industrial excellence across its ateliers and boutiques, emphasising innovation, quality and sustainability as core employer values.
Louis Vuitton — Methods and Continuous Improvement Engineer internship in Asnières‑sur‑Seine, France (June 2026, 6 months).
Role & Responsibilities
- Report to the Methods and Continuous Improvement Manager and drive operational improvement initiatives across the Asnières atelier.
- Propose and implement improvements on existing and new production lines: perform critical analyses of the current state, simplify and optimise work instructions, and organise line re‑layouts.
- Reduce inventory and work-in-progress while improving product quality and workstation ergonomics.
- Design and deliver operator training to support change and disseminate best practices; monitor action plans and sustain improvements over time.
- Lead on-site Lean projects (analyse de risques, résolution de problèmes, 5S, PDCA, DMAIC) to raise productivity, quality, safety and ergonomics: quantify expected gains, plan resources, manage schedules and coordinate production, prototyping and maintenance stakeholders.
- Participate in industrialisation of new products: define the optimal operation sequence (gamme opératoire), estimate operation times, specify and oversee outsourced tooling, and support production ramp-up.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a business school, engineering school or equivalent academic programme.
- Proficiency in English.
- Familiarity with Excel and/or Power BI recommended.
- Strong curiosity, adaptability and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to environmental objectives and sustainable practices.
Skills
Experience
Entry-level / suitable for students with little or no professional experience; previous academic or internship exposure to manufacturing, process improvement or industrial projects is an advantage.
Education
Currently enrolled in a business school, engineering school or equivalent.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Asnières-sur-Seine, Île-de-France, France, with easy access to Paris.
Benefits
Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development; personalised mentorship and support; immersion in an artisanal production environment; involvement in the Maison's environmental initiatives.
Culture
The Maison fosters a culture of craftsmanship, excellence and continuous improvement, combining traditional savoir-faire with industrial rigour. Teams operate in a collaborative, high‑standard atelier environment where development, sustainability and respect for diversity are actively encouraged.
About Cerulean
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