Summer Retail Intern

Overview

Richemont is a leading luxury goods group with a portfolio of maisons spanning jewellery, watches, leather goods and writing instruments. Montblanc, part of the Richemont group, is renowned for its craftsmanship in writing instruments, leather and timepieces and operates globally through flagship boutiques and wholesale partners. The group blends artisanal heritage with international retail expertise and invests in talent development across its maisons.

Role & Responsibilities

• Support boutique sales activity through client reception, product presentation and clienteling under the supervision of senior advisors.
• Assist with visual merchandising and window presentation to ensure brand standards and seasonal campaigns are executed precisely.
• Process sales transactions and after‑sales requests using the store point‑of‑sale system, ensuring accurate paperwork and payment handling.
• Control stock, participate in inventory counts and manage back‑of‑house organization to maintain product availability.
• Contribute to daily store operations including opening/closing procedures, housekeeping and compliance with loss‑prevention policies.
• Prepare sales and activity reports, and liaise with store management on client follow‑ups and appointment scheduling.
• Participate in product training sessions to build product knowledge across Montblanc categories (writing instruments, leather goods, watches).

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Business, Luxury Management, Marketing, Hospitality or a related discipline.
• Available for a fixed‑term summer internship period as specified by the boutique.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a client‑focused attitude and polished professional presentation.
• Proven organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to work in a fast‑paced retail environment.
• Flexible availability including weekends and peak retail hours; ability to stand for extended periods.
• Previous customer‑facing or retail experience is advantageous but not mandatory.

Skills

Experience

No prior professional experience is strictly required; prior retail or customer‑facing experience is considered a strong advantage. The role is appropriate for a student seeking practical retail exposure in a luxury boutique environment.

Education

Current enrolment in tertiary education (Bachelor's or Master's) in Business, Luxury Management, Marketing, Hospitality or equivalent.

Culture

Richemont fosters a culture that values craftsmanship, heritage and meticulous attention to detail, while operating within an international, collaborative environment. Montblanc boutiques emphasize exceptional client service, product knowledge and continuous learning, offering interns exposure to high standards of luxury retail.