Louis Vuitton Product Development Assistant — Men's Ready-to-Wear
- Location
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Apr 26, 2026
About Louis Vuitton
Louis Vuitton is a leading maison within the LVMH group, renowned for its heritage in luxury leather goods and ready-to-wear. The brand combines artisanal savoir‑faire with high-fashion creativity and operates global teams across design, production and retail to deliver premium collections and experiences.
Louis Vuitton — Product Development Assistant (Men's Ready-to-Wear) in Paris 1er. Alternance starting Sept 2026, 1–2 year work-study.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the development of the Men's Ready-to-Wear collections (Chain & Woven) under the managerial supervision of the Collection Development Manager and in daily partnership with the Senior Product Manager.
- Maintain and update product codifications and ensure distribution of coding updates to studio, production and marketing teams.
- Create and manage nomenclature/product specification records in the PLM system; carry out final verification of PLM codification.
- Monitor prototype launches and receipt of samples; follow up on collection cost estimates and transmit quotes to administration for processing.
- Participate in model fittings, quality and production meetings alongside the Senior Product Manager.
- Track model launches, coordinate supply shipments and follow up on quality sample dispatches.
- Consolidate model information after editing/buying sessions and contribute to cross‑functional follow-up tasks.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a fashion school or equivalent university programme (work‑study/alternance format).
- First experience in product development or a related function is desirable.
- High level of organisation, rigor, adaptability and capacity to work in a team environment.
- Fluent spoken and written French and English; conversational Italian is a plus.
- Strong proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office.
Skills
Experience
Entry-level — targeted at students in a work-study (alternance) programme; a prior internship or initial exposure to product development is preferred.
Education
Enrolled in a recognised fashion school or equivalent university programme.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
The maison cultivates a culture of craftsmanship, creative excellence and meticulous attention to detail, with a strong emphasis on heritage and innovation. Louis Vuitton promotes inclusion and diversity across its workforce and actively supports employment of people with disabilities.
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