Thelios Commercial Strategy Intern
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Compensation
- $17/hour
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- Eyewear & Vision Care
- Posted
- Apr 23, 2026
About Thelios
Thélios is the LVMH Group's dedicated eyewear design, manufacturing and distribution house, producing branded sunglasses and optical frames for prestigious Maisons including Dior, Fendi, Celine, Givenchy and others. The maison combines industrial know‑how with luxury craftsmanship and also develops proprietary brands such as Barton Perreira and Vuarnet, operating at the intersection of fashion, retail and wholesale distribution.
Thélios — Commercial Strategy Intern (New York, internship). Summer role supporting commercial analytics and distribution; $17/hr, hybrid.
Role & Responsibilities
- Maintain and update distribution databases and store-level mapping across all channels: add new doors, verify and correct store addresses and maintain door codes and segmentation.
- Track order taking by product release and analyze performance by segment (e.g., men/women; vista/sun).
- Prepare and manage weekly new door request forms by collecting required information from Brand Ambassadors.
- Monitor competitive activity including distribution expansion, new product launches and top sellers.
- Collect, report and analyze monthly sell-out data for top optical accounts.
- Prepare quarterly sell-out reports for U.S. department store partners.
- Perform additional ad hoc duties and support cross-functional partners on commercial projects.
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business, Marketing or a related field.
- Available to work 40 hours per week for the full summer internship (June 1, 2026–August 8, 2026).
- Legally authorized to work in the United States prior to the first day of employment.
- Proficient with Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Teams.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to liaise with cross‑functional teams and Brand Ambassadors.
- High standard of confidentiality, strong attention to detail, ability to multi‑task and prioritize in a fast‑paced environment.
- Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team; prior exposure to luxury, fashion, retail specialty or wholesale environments is preferred.
Skills
Experience
Entry-level / beginner: no extensive professional experience required; academic coursework or prior internships in merchandising, retail analytics, or commercial operations are advantageous.
Education
Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business, Marketing or a closely related discipline.
Workplace
This position is based in New York, New York, USA.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position is USD 17 per hour.
Culture
Thélios operates at the convergence of creative design and industrial production within the LVMH ecosystem, where collaboration between design, commercial and production teams is central. The environment values craftsmanship, commercial rigor and cross‑functional partnership, offering exposure to global luxury brands and wholesale distribution practices.
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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