Sephora Design Intern

San Francisco California USA

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$27/hour
Posted
Oct 26, 2026

About Sephora

Sephora is a global prestige beauty leader, renowned for redefining the retail experience through creativity, inclusivity, and expert service. Founded in France and now part of LVMH, the company brings together an exceptional portfolio of beauty brands with a distinctive culture of discovery and innovation. As an employer, Sephora offers a dynamic, customer-centered environment where talent is encouraged to learn, experiment, and grow across retail, digital, merchandising, operations, and corporate functions. Its teams are united by a passion for beauty, entrepreneurship, and belonging, making Sephora a compelling workplace for professionals seeking impact within a fast-moving international brand.

Sephora’s 10-week Design Intern program runs June 14 to August 20, 2027, with a hybrid schedule of 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday, aligned with Pacific Standard Time. The intern supports creative development across marketing, social, digital, and retail, collaborating with designers and creative partners; target pay is $27 per hour.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Support the creative team in designing and adapting assets for marketing campaigns, social media, digital experiences, and retail environments.
  • Assist with layout development, typography, image selection, and asset preparation while learning and applying Sephora brand standards.
  • Collaborate with designers, art directors, copywriters, and cross-functional partners to bring creative concepts to life.
  • Participate in creative reviews, team meetings, and brainstorming sessions, contributing ideas and learning about the creative development process.
  • Help organize files, manage design updates, and ensure work is delivered accurately and on schedule.
  • Demonstrate Sephora’s values: Passion, Innovation, Expertise, Balance, Respect, Teamwork, and Initiative.

Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Advertising, or a related field.
  • Graduating in 2027 or 2028.
  • Portfolio demonstrating strong design fundamentals, creativity, and attention to detail.
  • Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign; familiarity with Figma is a plus.
  • Understanding of design principles, including typography, color, layout, and composition.
  • Interest in motion design, animation, or Adobe After Effects is a plus.
  • Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.
  • Eagerness to learn, receive feedback, and contribute in a collaborative team environment.
  • Must permanently reside and work in the U.S.
  • Must be open to relocating to the San Francisco Bay Area upon graduation for consideration for full-time hybrid positions.
  • Hybrid program; work schedule must align with Pacific Standard Time.
  • Available from June 7 to August 13, 2026.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite Photoshop Illustrator InDesign Figma Adobe After Effects Typography Color Layout Composition Communication Organization Time management

Education

Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Advertising, or a related field; graduating in 2027 or 2028.

Workplace

This position is based in San Francisco, California, USA.

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Compensation

The base compensation for this position is USD 27 per hour.

Benefits

Weekly virtual workshops, networking opportunities, career panels, mentorship from experienced creatives, and exposure to Sephora’s career growth opportunities. The program includes an intern holiday observed day off on July 5, 2027, and an optional summer shutdown from July 6 to July 9, 2027.

Culture

Sephora fosters a dynamic, inclusive workplace where creativity, curiosity, and a passion for beauty are encouraged at every level. As an employer, it is distinguished by its focus on empowerment, continuous learning, and a collaborative retail culture that celebrates individuality and client-centric innovation.

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.

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