Van Cleef & Arpels Retail Apprentice – Alternance
- Location
- ParisÎle-de-FranceFrance
- Employment
- Apprenticeship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- High Jewelry
- Posted
- Mar 16, 2026
About Van Cleef & Arpels
Van Cleef & Arpels is a storied French maison renowned for high jewellery, watchmaking and exceptional craftsmanship. As part of the Richemont group, the brand combines artisanal savoir‑faire with a global luxury retail network, offering employees exposure to heritage products, rigorous quality standards and client‑centred service in an exquisitely curated environment.
Van Cleef & Arpels apprenticeship in Paris – 12-month Bac+3 retail programme with Richemont, September 2026.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet, assess, and guide both domestic and international clientele with refined service standards
- Contribute to sales targets and revenue achievement through authentic client engagement
- Build client loyalty by embodying Van Cleef & Arpels' heritage values and brand philosophy
- Manage inventory operations, restocking, and supply chain coordination
- Execute visual merchandising and point-of-sale recommendations
- Participate in team briefings and active store operations management
Qualifications
- Bac+2 (level 5) or Bac (level 4) with minimum two years of verified retail sector experience
- Genuine passion for client experience within the luxury goods environment
- Composure, adaptability, and meticulous presentation standards
- Conversational English proficiency
- Collaborative mindset with intellectual curiosity and professional commitment
Skills
Experience
Minimum two years of successful professional retail experience.
Education
Bac+2 (level 5) or Bac (level 4) level qualification, or equivalent. State-recognised Bac+3 diploma awarded upon programme completion through EMA SUP Paris partnership.
Workplace
The role is situated in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Benefits
12-month apprenticeship contract (apprenticeship or professional development contract); active, participatory training delivered by industry professionals; expert-led workshops curated and facilitated by Richemont maison practitioners; immersion within a premier luxury retail environment.
Culture
The maison cultivates an environment that honours craftsmanship, creativity and impeccable client service. Employees are expected to uphold high standards of discretion and presentation while benefiting from structured training and direct mentorship within Richemont’s luxury retail ecosystem.
About Cerulean
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