Van Cleef & Arpels Retail Training Assistant (Intern) — France & Monaco
Van Cleef & Arpels — Paris: Internship for a Retail Training Assistant (France & Monaco) to support boutique learning programmes and onboarding.
Overview
Van Cleef & Arpels is a Parisian maison renowned for high jewellery, watchmaking and exceptional artisanal savoir‑faire. The brand operates an international boutique network and places a premium on craftsmanship, refined client experiences and heritage-led creativity.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the design, preparation and delivery of retail training programmes for boutiques across France and Monaco, including product, sales and service modules.
- Develop and update training materials and assets (presentations, manuals, assessment tools and digital content) tailored for in-store teams.
- Coordinate logistics for face-to-face and virtual sessions: scheduling, invitations, venue/materials preparation and post-session follow-up.
- Maintain and update the training calendar, participant lists and basic learning records; produce regular activity and impact reports for stakeholders.
- Liaise with boutique managers, HR, L&D partners and external trainers to ensure alignment of content with commercial and brand objectives.
- Collect and analyse learner feedback to propose iterative improvements and support onboarding for new hires and collection launches.
Qualifications
- Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's programme in Human Resources, Learning & Development, Business, Luxury Management or a related discipline.
- Excellent organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills; professional demeanour and discretion when dealing with senior stakeholders.
- Interest in luxury retail and client experience standards.
Skills
Experience
Previous internship or short-term experience in retail training, learning & development, HR or within luxury retail is preferred but not mandatory. Demonstrated exposure to store environments or client-facing roles will be considered an asset.
Education
Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or postgraduate programme relevant to HR, L&D, business or luxury management.
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France. Cerulean lists 3.321 open roles in Paris, including 73 posted recently. The broader Île-de-France area accounts for 3.735 active listings on Cerulean, 104 of which are new. In France as a whole, Cerulean currently features 4.293 open positions, with 140 posted this week.
Culture
The maison cultivates a culture that values artisanal excellence, refined service and collaborative craftsmanship. Teams are expected to uphold rigorous quality standards while contributing to an environment of mentorship and continuous learning.
About Cerulean
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