LVMH Materials Innovation Intern
LVMH Recherche seeks a Materials Innovation Intern in Saint-Jean-de-Braye (France) for the Parfums & Cosmétiques Innovation Process & Packaging lab (alternance).
Overview
LVMH Recherche is the research and innovation centre serving the Houses of LVMH Perfumes & Cosmetics. It brings together multidisciplinary scientists and technical specialists to develop advanced ingredients, formulations and processes for luxury fragrance, skincare and makeup. As part of the LVMH group, the organisation operates in close collaboration with internal brands and external partners to translate scientific advances into market-ready products and premium packaging solutions.
Role & Responsibilities
- Conduct bibliographic research and state-of-the-art analyses to identify emerging materials and technologies relevant to cosmetic packaging.
- Draft technical specifications (cahier des charges) that capture desired functional properties and regulatory constraints.
- Screen suppliers, maintain and update a materials mapping, and assess supplier dossiers and initial technical/regulatory documents.
- Liaise with material suppliers and coordinate partner collaborations to prototype and shape selected materials.
- Design and perform mechanical tests and organise validation with internal expert teams (compatibility, analytical chemistry, toxicology).
- Analyse, structure and synthesize experimental results to shortlist the most pertinent materials for further development.
- Prepare and animate regular technical reporting and progress meetings for project stakeholders.
Qualifications
- Enrolled in or candidate for a Bac+5 programme (Master’s or Engineering degree) in Chemistry, Materials Science, Polymers or Packaging engineering.
- Demonstrated interest in materials chemistry and innovation-driven research projects.
- Good level of English to read technical literature and interact with international suppliers.
- Well organised, versatile, rigorous and intellectually curious with strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
Skills
Experience
Entry-level position open to students or recent graduates; no specific professional experience required. Prior internships, academic research projects or laboratory coursework in materials, polymer science or packaging are advantageous.
Education
Master’s degree or Engineering degree (Bac+5) in Chemistry, Materials Science, Polymer Science or Packaging.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Saint-Jean-de-Braye, Centre-Val de Loire, France, with easy access to Orléans. 5 luxury roles are listed in Saint-Jean-de-Braye on Cerulean. Across the Centre-Val de Loire region, Cerulean lists 79 open positions — 6 listed in the past two days. Cerulean currently advertises 4.293 open roles in France, including 140 added in the last 48 hours.
Culture
LVMH Recherche fosters a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment where scientific rigour meets creative luxury. The centre values cross-functional teamwork, partnerships with external innovators and a pragmatic approach to translating research into product-ready solutions for the LVMH Perfumes & Cosmetics Houses.
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.