Sephora Apprenticeship — Sourcing & Recruitment Assistant
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Posted
- Mar 16, 2026
About Sephora
Sephora is a leading global beauty retailer and part of the LVMH group. The brand is known for its dynamic retail network, strong focus on customer experience and innovation in product and digital services. As an employer, Sephora emphasizes diversity, professional development and an entrepreneurial culture within a fast-paced corporate and retail environment.
Sephora — Neuilly‑sur‑Seine: Apprenticeship Sourcing & Recruitment Assistant at Sephora HQ. Support sourcing, campus relations and recruitment campaigns.
Role & Responsibilities
- Gather recruitment needs from store operations and Sales Managers for permanent and apprenticeship roles.
- Manage the apprenticeship campaign (e.g., Sales Advisors and Sales Managers): create, publish and promote job adverts across job boards and social media.
- Source talent via CV databases, social media and school partnerships; build and maintain a candidate pipeline for retail roles.
- Pre‑qualify candidates, present shortlists to Store Directors and Regional Directors, and coordinate interview scheduling.
- Conduct telephone and face‑to‑face interviews and participate in recruitment events and careers fairs to promote the employer brand.
- Develop and animate relationships with key academic partners and propose innovative, digital and engaging employer‑branding initiatives.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of recruitment processes and support initiatives that drive business development.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a Bac+4 or Bac+5 programme with a specialization in Human Resources or equivalent.
- Curious, proactive and creative with a strong sense of initiative.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and a clear business orientation.
- Comfortable with social media and digital tools for sourcing and employer branding.
- Team‑player with a customer‑service mindset, attention to detail and adaptability in a fast‑moving environment.
Skills
Experience
Early‑career profile appropriate for an apprenticeship: no extensive professional experience required. Previous internships or experience in recruitment/HR or retail recruitment would be an asset.
Education
Currently pursuing a Master-level degree (Bac+4/5) with a focus on Human Resources or equivalent.
Workplace
This position is based in Neuilly‑sur‑Seine, Île-de-France, France, within easy reach of Paris.
Culture
Sephora cultivates an inclusive, energetic workplace where creativity and individual development are encouraged. The company values diversity, teamwork and offers opportunities to learn through exposure to both corporate and retail operations in a fast‑paced sector.
About Cerulean
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