- Location
- Levallois-Perret Île-de-France France
- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Intern
- Department
- Corporate Affairs, Sustainability & CSR
- Posted
- Nov 4, 2026
About Yves Saint Laurent
Yves Saint Laurent stands as one of fashion’s most influential maisons, renowned for redefining modern elegance through audacity, precision, and cultural intelligence. As an employer, the House offers a dynamic environment where heritage and innovation meet, inviting talent to contribute to a legacy shaped by creativity, craftsmanship, and a distinctly Parisian spirit. Employees are encouraged to pursue excellence across design, retail, merchandising, communications, and corporate functions, within a culture that values individuality, rigor, and forward-looking vision. Joining Yves Saint Laurent means participating in the continued evolution of an iconic brand whose influence extends far beyond fashion.
Yves Saint Laurent Beauté is recruiting a Sustainability Project Manager Apprentice for a 12-month apprenticeship starting in November 2026 in Levallois-Perret. The apprentice will support the brand’s sustainability roadmap, coordinate a cross-functional project, engage internal teams and communicate strategic initiatives. The role is intended for a Master 1 or 2 student.
Role & Responsibilities
- Contribute to Yves Saint Laurent Beauté’s sustainability roadmap by participating in global projects with brand teams.
- Collect, consolidate and monitor performance indicators; analyse progress and identify improvement opportunities.
- Take ownership of a cross-functional sustainability project throughout the 12-month apprenticeship, with the support of a manager.
- Help define project objectives, coordinate stakeholders, track key milestones, support deployment and showcase results.
- Create internal newsletters covering news, projects and progress; help organise internal events and create engaging educational content to encourage team participation.
- Help prepare presentations on the brand’s commitments and projects; synthesise technical information and data into clear, rigorous and persuasive materials, adapting messages for internal audiences.
- Work with digital, retail, marketing and communications teams to update and promote Yves Saint Laurent Beauté’s commitments, ensure consistent sustainability content and messaging, and make scientific and technical topics accessible with expert teams.
Qualifications
- Currently studying at Master 1 or Master 2 level at an engineering or business school or university, and seeking a 12-month apprenticeship starting in November 2026.
- A hybrid science-and-business background or a strong interest in scientific communication—such as chemistry, biology or cosmetic formulation—is particularly valued.
- Strong interest in sustainability and motivation to deepen knowledge of its challenges.
- Curiosity about the beauty sector and the codes of leading luxury brands.
- Rigorous, organised and able to progress several topics in parallel.
- Strong interpersonal skills and enjoyment of working with teams with varied expertise.
- Strong writing skills and ability to make complex topics accessible.
- Initiative, creativity and willingness to put forward ideas.
- Curious, collaborative and ready to commit.
Skills
Experience
A first professional experience, particularly in marketing or communications, is an asset.
Education
Master 1 or Master 2 student at an engineering school, business school or university.
Workplace
The role is situated in Levallois-Perret, Île-de-France, France — conveniently close to Paris.
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Benefits
Access to the L’Oréal Learning platform; one remote-working day per week; 25 days of paid leave per year (2.08 days per month); 8 RTT days per year; reimbursement of 60% of transport costs; annual profit-sharing bonus and a Group Savings Plan; health insurance and social and economic committee benefits; employee discounts and Friends & Family sales; company restaurant access; easily accessible campuses, with a gym and concierge services depending on the site.
Culture
Yves Saint Laurent fosters a bold, creative, and fast-paced workplace where teams are encouraged to challenge convention while upholding the Maison’s legacy of elegance and modernity. As an employer, it values artistic vision, collaboration, and excellence, offering an environment where talent can contribute to a globally influential luxury brand with a distinctive Parisian spirit.
About Cerulean
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