Continuous Improvement Intern – Environment & Safety
Parfums Christian Dior in Chartres seeks a Continuous Improvement Intern – Environment & Safety for a 6+ month on‑site internship in waste management and EHS.
Overview
Parfums Christian Dior is the prestige fragrance and cosmetics Maison within the LVMH portfolio, renowned for its craftsmanship, creativity and uncompromising standards of quality. The Maison combines artisanal savoir‑faire with industrial-scale production for global markets and places strong emphasis on innovation, sustainability and brand heritage.
Role & Responsibilities
- Join the Environment • Safety • Security (Environnement Sûreté Sécurité) team on the Chartres production site and collaborate with production units (manufacturing, packaging, laboratories) and ancillary services (warehouse, waste yard).
- Contribute to continuous improvement projects focused on optimizing waste management processes and the security of branded product waste.
- Map and analyse current waste management processes to identify inefficiencies, risks and operational needs.
- Propose and document practical improvement actions to reduce overall waste generation and mitigate risks related to theft or loss of branded waste.
- Support implementation of improvement initiatives, monitor results and prepare concise written and oral reporting for stakeholders.
- Work cross‑functionally, participating in workshops and coordination meetings to ensure project alignment and operational adoption.
Qualifications
- Enrolled in an engineering school (industrial) or master’s programme; final‑year student seeking an end‑of‑studies internship of at least six months.
- Demonstrated rigour, methodical approach and strong organisational capability.
- Analytical mindset with curiosity and proactivity to identify and formalise improvement opportunities.
- Comfortable communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, to technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
- Capacity to work autonomously while contributing positively to cross‑functional teams.
Skills
Experience
Entry‑level — suitable for final‑year engineering or master’s students seeking a minimum six‑month end‑of‑studies internship. No prior professional experience required; the role provides comprehensive exposure to EHS systems on a perfume & cosmetics production site.
Education
Final‑year student enrolled in an industrial engineering school or a relevant master’s programme; available for a minimum 6‑month end‑of‑studies internship.
Culture
Parfums Christian Dior cultivates a creative, high‑standards culture that blends artisanal savoir‑faire with industrial excellence. The Maison emphasises inclusion, collaboration and sustainable practices, offering a workplace where diverse perspectives are valued and employees contribute to a shared vision of refined luxury.