Sephora Data Science Assistant Intern

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Employment Internship
Seniority Intern
Posted Jan 29, 2026

Join Sephora in Neuilly-sur-Seine, France, as a Data Science Assistant Intern. Contribute to impactful projects in a leading beauty company.

Overview

Sephora, a leading name in the beauty industry, is renowned for its commitment to diversity, inclusion, and innovation. As part of the LVMH group since 1997, Sephora continues to redefine prestige beauty with a vast community of 56,000 employees across 35 countries. The brand offers an unparalleled range of nearly 500 brands alongside its own Sephora Collection, creating a vibrant and inclusive environment for beauty enthusiasts worldwide.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Develop and optimize machine learning algorithms such as RandomForest, XGBoost, and Generative AI.
  • Collaborate with business teams to ensure the adoption of machine learning models through monitoring and A/B testing.
  • Work on key focus areas including product recommendation, client scoring, activity forecasting, and generative AI.
  • Navigate and enhance the Sephora data ecosystem using tools like DSS Dataiku and Google Cloud Platform.
  • Contribute to impactful data science projects by leveraging large datasets to improve models.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree with a specialization in Data Science or Machine Learning.
  • Proficiency in machine learning techniques such as RandomForest, XGBoost, and LightGBM.

Skills

Proficiency in SQL and Python. Experience with machine learning projects and participation in Kaggle challenges. Knowledge of DSS Dataiku and Google Cloud Platform is advantageous. Strong organizational skills and proactive approach to project management. Curiosity and up-to-date knowledge of the latest machine learning methodologies.

Experience

Beginner level experience in data science or related fields.

Education

Bachelor's degree with a specialization in Data Science/Machine Learning.

Workplace

This position is based in Neuilly-sur-Seine, Île-de-France, France, within easy reach of Paris. Cerulean lists 159 open roles in Neuilly-sur-Seine, including 5 posted recently. The broader Île-de-France area accounts for 3.731 active listings on Cerulean, 108 of which are new. In France as a whole, Cerulean currently features 4.281 open positions, with 138 posted this week.

Benefits

Interns will experience a supportive community that values authenticity and teamwork, with opportunities for personal development and leadership growth.

Culture

Sephora fosters a culture of authenticity and inclusivity, encouraging personal growth and leadership. The brand thrives on diversity and innovation, offering a dynamic environment where each team member's contributions are valued.

About Cerulean

Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.