Beauty Consultant Trainee

Location ParisÎle-de-FranceFrance
Type Internship
Seniority Intern
Posted Mar 16, 2026
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Chanel – Beauty Advisor Intern in Paris (June 2026). Internship delivering client consultations, makeup services and luxury retail support.

Overview

Chanel is an iconic French luxury house known for its haute couture, ready-to-wear, accessories, fragrances and beauty lines. As an employer, the brand emphasizes meticulous craftsmanship, elevated client service and rigorous training across retail and boutique operations, offering a refined environment for professional development within the luxury sector.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Deliver personalised beauty consultations and skincare analyses to discerning clientele, recommending suitable products and routines.
  • Perform in-store makeup applications and product demonstrations to showcase product benefits and techniques.
  • Drive sales through attentive clienteling, cross-selling and follow-up, contributing to store KPIs and revenue targets.
  • Maintain merchandising standards, visual presentation and product replenishment in line with brand directives.
  • Support promotional events, private client appointments and product launches, ensuring exemplary service across touchpoints.
  • Accurately process transactions, manage stock procedures and ensure compliance with boutique policies and luxury retail protocols.

Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a cosmetology, beauty, retail, or business programme (student status required for the internship).
  • Strong interpersonal skills with a polished, client-focused manner appropriate for luxury retail.
  • Demonstrable interest in cosmetics and skincare, with an aptitude for product education and technique.
  • Flexible availability to work retail hours, including weekends and evenings.

Skills

Makeup application techniques Skincare consultation and analysis Clienteling and relationship management Retail sales and upselling Visual merchandising and boutique presentation Point-of-sale transaction processing

Experience

Previous retail or beauty experience is advantageous but not mandatory; candidates with customer-facing internships, trainee placements or demonstrable makeup/skincare practice will be prioritised.

Education

Enrolled in or recently completed studies in cosmetology, beauty therapy, retail management, fashion or a related discipline (student status required for the internship).

Culture

The workplace blends haute couture heritage with contemporary luxury retail practices, prioritising impeccable client service and aesthetic excellence. Employees benefit from structured training, mentorship and immersion in a highly brand-driven, detail-oriented environment.