Sephora Makeup Product Assistant Intern

About Sephora

Sephora is a leading global beauty retailer known for its curated assortment of prestige cosmetics, skincare and fragrance brands. Operating across retail and digital channels, Sephora combines a consumer-centric retail concept with fast-paced merchandising and product development. The company is part of the LVMH group and benefits from the group's emphasis on maison-driven excellence, innovation and international career mobility.

Role & Responsibilities

• Support the Product Manager for makeup throughout the product lifecycle, from concept and briefing to launch and post-launch monitoring.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities with R&D, packaging, supply chain and merchandising to ensure timely sample progression and compliance with specifications.
• Maintain product trackers, timelines and launch documentation; prepare and update SKU lists, price files and internal databases.
• Conduct market and competitor benchmarking, collate consumer insight and contribute to product positioning and brief development.
• Prepare clear, persuasive presentations and internal communications for launch reviews and stakeholder meetings.
• Assist with sample logistics, quality follow-ups and administrative tasks associated with product launches and replenishments.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a Bachelor's or Master's programme in Marketing, Business, Cosmetic Science, or Luxury Management.
• Beginner level; first internship or limited professional experience acceptable.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks under tight timelines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; professional presentation skills.
• Comfortable working in a hybrid environment and liaising with multiple internal stakeholders.

Skills

Experience

Entry-level internship targeted at students or recent graduates; prior exposure to cosmetics, retail or product projects is a plus but not mandatory.

Education

Enrolled in or recently completed a degree in Marketing, Business, Cosmetic Science, Luxury Management or a related discipline.

Workplace

Culture

Sephora fosters a dynamic, beauty-focused work environment that values creativity, diversity and fast-paced execution. As part of the LVMH group, the company offers exposure to international retail and product best practices and opportunities for cross-functional learning and career progression.

About Cerulean

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