Yves Saint Laurent Collection Merchandising Intern

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Employment Internship
Seniority Intern
Posted Feb 6, 2026
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Saint Laurent in Paris seeks a Collection Merchandising Intern for July 2026. Join a leading luxury fashion house under the Kering Group, focusing on collection development and market analysis.

Overview

Saint Laurent, a prestigious brand under the Kering Group, is renowned for its pioneering spirit in luxury prêt-à-porter. Since its inception in 1961, the brand has been at the forefront of fashion innovation, continuously redefining the luxury landscape. As part of Kering, a global luxury group, Saint Laurent offers unparalleled opportunities for career advancement within a dynamic and culturally rich environment.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Participate in the development of collections.
  • Prepare materials for development meetings.
  • Assist in creating the sales catalog and various showroom sales tools.
  • Manage sketches and catalog information during development and showroom periods.
  • Oversee prototypes, including inventory, photography, and corrections, throughout the showroom duration.
  • Contribute to the creation and drafting of analyses during showroom periods, including sell-in analyses, best sellers, KPI, and SKU efficiency, as well as end-of-showroom reports.
  • Analyze weekly and monthly performance of product categories, monitoring global and regional sales.
  • Maintain ongoing competitor analysis, including offerings, pricing, campaigns, and shows.

Qualifications

  • Enrolled in a business school or pursuing a Master's degree in Fashion.
  • Previous experience in luxury fashion with a strong product sensitivity.
  • Fluency in English is essential; proficiency in Italian is advantageous.

Skills

Proficiency in data analysis and numerical acumen. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Strong interpersonal skills, team spirit, organizational skills, flexibility, dynamism, and perseverance.

Experience

A prior internship or work experience in the luxury fashion industry is required.

Education

Currently pursuing or completed a degree in business or a specialized Master's in Fashion.

Workplace

This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France. Cerulean lists 3.283 open roles in Paris, including 40 posted recently. The broader Île-de-France area accounts for 3.695 active listings on Cerulean, 55 of which are new. In France as a whole, Cerulean currently features 4.239 open positions, with 63 posted this week.

Benefits

Interns will gain invaluable experience in a leading luxury fashion house, with opportunities to develop skills and knowledge in collection merchandising.

Culture

Saint Laurent embodies a blend of contemporary culture and heritage, fostering an environment that values diversity and creativity. As part of the Kering Group, the company champions inclusivity and equal opportunity, encouraging a workplace where diverse talents can thrive and contribute to the brand's success.

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.