Sephora Sales Advisor (Apprenticeship)

Employment
Internship
Seniority
Entry-Level
Posted
Mar 23, 2026

About Sephora

Sephora is a global leader in prestige beauty retail and a member of the LVMH group. The brand is known for its extensive product assortment, experiential store environments and structured training programs that develop retail and beauty expertise across a network of stores.

Sephora Troyes: Sales Advisor (Apprenticeship) — on-site apprenticeship at Troyes Escapade CC to learn beauty retail, client advising and sales.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Welcome clients, deliver personalised beauty advice and build long-term client relationships to drive repeat business.
  • Recommend Sephora products and services aligned with client needs, converting consultations into sales.
  • Deliver memorable, high-quality customer experiences that reflect the brand’s standards of service and hospitality.
  • Contribute to store commercial objectives by participating in promotions, in-store events and sales challenges.
  • Support day‑to‑day store operations including merchandising, stock replenishment and maintaining visual presentation.
  • Participate actively in the apprenticeship training pathway and apply new skills on the sales floor.

Qualifications

  • Baccalauréat focused on sales and/or aesthetics (or equivalent vocational qualification).
  • Eligible and motivated to enrol in a Bac+2 (or higher) diploma via an apprenticeship (alternance).
  • Strong client-service orientation and genuine interest in beauty products and trends.
  • Team player with a positive, resilient attitude and willingness to meet commercial targets.

Skills

Customer service Retail sales Product recommendation and demonstration (make-up, skincare, fragrance) Visual merchandising and shop-floor upkeep Inventory replenishment and basic stock handling Commercial awareness and target orientation Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Experience

Entry-level: no previous professional experience required. Candidates with academic training in sales or aesthetics or prior retail exposure are welcome; a strong motivation for a career in beauty retail is essential.

Education

Baccalauréat (vocational) in sales and/or aesthetics; intending to prepare a Bac+2 (or higher) qualification through an apprenticeship (alternance).

Workplace

This position is based in Troyes, Grand Est, France, within easy reach of Paris.

Culture

Sephora promotes an inclusive, dynamic retail culture that values diversity, individual potential and teamwork. The company emphasises continuous learning and offers structured development pathways for colleagues who want to grow within the beauty retail sector.

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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Sephora

Sephora Sales Advisor (Apprenticeship)

Troyes, France

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