- Location
- Remote United States USA
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Compensation
- $27/hour
- Department
- E-Commerce, Digital & Data Analytics
- 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 seeks an SEO Intern for its 10-week internship program, running June 14–August 20, 2027, at 36 hours per week, Monday–Friday, Pacific time; an optional summer shutdown runs July 6–9, 2027. The remote intern will support organic search optimization, on-page SEO, local search strategy, research, and SEO analyses. Target pay is $27 per hour, with the actual offer depending on qualifications, experience, skills, education, certifications, business factors, and geographic location.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the management and optimization of Sephora’s organic search marketing program.
- Write on-page optimizations for Sephora.com.
- Contribute to local search strategy and research emerging trends in beauty, skincare, hair, and wellness.
- Lead or support SEO projects using a hands-on approach.
- Collaborate with digital marketing professionals and learn industry best practices.
- Conduct competitive, performance, and technical analyses using analytics and enterprise-level tools.
- Build an understanding of SEO’s role in the client experience and digital media mix.
- Develop knowledge of digital marketing, content creation, and off-site promotion.
- Demonstrate Sephora’s values: Passion, Innovation, Expertise, Balance, Respect, Teamwork, and Initiative.
Qualifications
- Data-driven mindset, with the ability to gather insights and draw conclusions.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment.
- Intellectual curiosity and commitment to continuous learning.
- Initiative in problem-solving and creative thinking.
- Positive attitude and willingness to adapt to a variety of tasks and projects.
- Graduating in 2027 or 2028 from an undergraduate or graduate degree program.
- Work schedule must align with 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time.
- 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.
- Available June 14–August 20, 2027.
Skills
Education
Undergraduate or graduate degree program; must be graduating in 2027 or 2028.
Workplace
This position is based in Remote, United States, USA.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position is USD 27 per hour.
Benefits
The 10-week internship includes hands-on learning, personal and professional networking opportunities, projects that directly impact the business, weekly virtual workshops, networking opportunities, and career panels.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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