Sephora Retail Sales Associate (Apprenticeship)
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Posted
- Mar 27, 2026
About Sephora
Sephora is a global leader in prestige beauty retail, operating an extensive network of boutiques and a sophisticated omnichannel platform. Part of the LVMH group, the brand is recognised for its curated product assortment, strong merchandising and training programs, and a commercial culture that values creativity, customer experience and professional development.
Sephora Avignon Cap Sud is hiring a Sales Advisor (Apprenticeship) in Avignon — work‑study position to train and sell premium beauty products.
Role & Responsibilities
- Welcome customers and deliver personalised product advice to build loyalty and conversion.
- Recommend Sephora products and services aligned to customer needs, driving in-store sales and add-ons.
- Create memorable, high-quality client experiences that reflect the brand’s positioning.
- Participate in store events, commercial initiatives and sales challenges to meet performance targets.
- Engage in the work-study training programme and apply learnings to daily retail operations.
Qualifications
- Minimum high‑school diploma (Baccalauréat) with specialisation in sales and/or aesthetics.
- Eligible for an alternance / apprenticeship contract and motivated to prepare a BAC+2 (or equivalent) qualification.
- Strong customer‑service orientation with a passion for beauty products and trends.
- Team player with a positive, challenge-driven attitude and willingness to work retail hours.
Skills
Experience
Entry-level role suitable for recent graduates or candidates with little to no prior professional experience; ideal for individuals beginning a career in retail beauty via an apprenticeship.
Education
Baccalauréat (high‑school diploma) in sales, cosmetics, aesthetics or equivalent; candidate should be prepared to undertake a BAC+2 level diploma through the alternance programme.
Workplace
This position is based in Avignon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France, within easy reach of Marseille.
Culture
Sephora fosters an inclusive, team‑oriented culture that celebrates diversity and creativity. The company emphasises continuous learning and internal mobility, providing structured training pathways and opportunities to develop retail and leadership skills within an internationally recognised beauty retailer.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The luxury industry is characterised by a diverse and nuanced nomenclature. Esteemed houses frequently employ proprietary terminology, and even within a single organisation like Sephora, titles may vary across global markets to reflect local conventions. To ensure absolute clarity, Cerulean assigns a standardised, industry-coherent canonical title to every listing. However, it is worth noting that this role is functionally synonymous with «Sales Advisor (Apprenticeship)», «Beauty Advisor (Work-Study)», «Client Advisor — Cosmetics (Apprenticeship)», «Cosmetics Sales Consultant (Apprenticeship)», and other variations. Our sophisticated search architecture anticipates these variations, ensuring that inquiries using related terms will seamlessly yield the exact roles you desire.