Eyewear Product Manager — Internship
Louis Vuitton internship: Eyewear Product Manager training (Istituto dei Mestieri d'Eccellenza) — Longarone, Italy; 2‑year programme starting Oct 2026.
Overview
Louis Vuitton is a preeminent luxury Maison within the LVMH group, recognised for its exacting standards in design, craftsmanship and product innovation across leather goods, ready-to-wear and accessories. As part of LVMH’s Istituto dei Mestieri d’Eccellenza, the brand participates in structured training initiatives aimed at transmitting artisanal know‑how and technical expertise to new generations of specialists.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the end-to-end development of an eyewear collection, from concept to industrialisable technical project.
- Analyze fashion and market trends and research materials and technologies applicable to eyewear.
- Translate creative ideas into technical specifications, drawings and production-ready documentation.
- Design and prototype optical frames and sunglasses, coordinating stages from sketching and graphics to prototype and 3D printing.
- Collaborate with and coordinate internal stakeholders in Style, Product Development, Design and Prototyping to ensure technical feasibility and quality of deliverables.
- Assist company experts during the in-company placement to learn production processes and industrialisation constraints.
Qualifications
- High school diploma (secondary school) is required.
- Citizenship: Italian, EU national, or non-EU candidate in possession of a valid residence or work permit.
- Manual dexterity, patience, precision and strong attention to detail.
- Availability for full‑time, in‑person participation for the full duration of the programme (approximately 2 years).
Skills
Experience
Entry-level — suitable for candidates with little or no prior professional experience; the programme accepts applicants with initial exposure or first internships in product or design contexts.
Education
Secondary school diploma (high school)
Culture
The Maison emphasises meticulous craftsmanship, creative excellence and cross‑disciplinary collaboration. The Istituto dei Mestieri d’Eccellenza fosters mentorship and hands‑on learning, enabling participants to develop technical mastery alongside seasoned artisans and product teams.