Beauty Advisor Intern

Overview

Chanel is an independent French maison renowned for haute couture, ready-to-wear, accessories and beauty. As an employer, Chanel is synonymous with craftsmanship, exacting standards and discreet luxury; boutiques emphasize personalized client service and brand-led training for employees.

Role & Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional, personalised client consultations and product advice aligned with Chanel’s brand standards.
• Perform make‑up demonstrations and application services to showcase product performance and upsell relevant categories.
• Support daily boutique sales operations including clienteling, appointment management and conversion follow‑up.
• Maintain merchandise presentation and visual standards; participate in window and in‑store merchandising updates.
• Manage product replenishment, samples and stock intake; ensure stock accuracy and boutique housekeeping.
• Assist with boutique events, product launches and exclusive client experiences.
• Complete administrative tasks: sales reporting, client record updates and POS transactions.
• Participate in brand training sessions and apply product knowledge to elevate the customer experience.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a programme in cosmetics, aesthetics, retail, business or a related field (BTS, Licence or equivalent).
• Excellent personal presentation and strong service orientation consistent with luxury retail standards.
• High interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and long‑term client relationships.
• Ability to perform make‑up applications and product demonstrations; an interest in beauty techniques and trends.
• Flexibility to work boutique hours including weekends and evenings; available starting June 2026 for the duration of the stage.
• Motivation to represent an iconic luxury brand and to engage proactively in brand training.

Skills

Experience

Previous retail or beauty counter experience is advantageous but not mandatory; prior internships or customer‑facing roles in cosmetics will be considered favorably.

Education

Enrolment in or recent completion of a relevant post‑secondary programme (BTS, Licence/professional degree) in cosmetics, aesthetics, retail management or a related discipline.

Culture

Chanel boutiques prioritize refined client service, continuous product education and attention to detail. The workplace fosters craftsmanship, discretion and a professional environment where mentoring and brand training help develop talent for a long‑term luxury retail career.