Product Management & Marketing Coordination Intern — Jewellery

Overview

Van Cleef & Arpels is an internationally recognised maison of haute joaillerie and watchmaking, famed for exceptional craftsmanship, poetic design and client-focused service. As part of the Richemont group, the brand combines artisanal ateliers with global retail and marketing operations across luxury markets.

Role & Responsibilities

• Support the product management lifecycle for jewellery collections: specification gathering, sample follow-up, technical dossiers and SKU tracking.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities between design, production ateliers, merchandising, retail and external suppliers to ensure timely product launches.
• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of product data in the PIM and ERP systems (specifications, imagery, pricing and availability).
• Contribute to marketing coordination: prepare briefs and materials for digital and retail campaigns, assist with photoshoots and creative production follow-up.
• Prepare presentation materials and commercial tools (PowerPoint decks, sell-in sheets, price lists) for internal stakeholders and retail teams.
• Monitor product performance and sales indicators; produce regular reports and support ad hoc analyses for the category manager.
• Support event and launch logistics, including coordination of samples, retail merchandising kits and trade-show materials.
• Liaise with external ateliers and suppliers on sample delivery, quality checks and technical adjustments.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s programme in Luxury Management, Marketing, Business, Jewellery Design or equivalent.
• Strong organisational skills with meticulous attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple simultaneous priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; professional presentation standards for internal and client-facing materials.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively across creative and operational teams; proactive, resourceful and solution-oriented.
• Fluent in French and a good command of English (professional working proficiency) — both spoken and written.
• Prior internship experience in luxury retail, product development or marketing is strongly preferred.

Skills

Experience

Internship-level role. Candidates should be currently enrolled in a relevant higher-education programme; 0–2 years of prior internship or project experience in luxury, jewellery, retail or marketing is advantageous.

Education

Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's programme in Luxury Brand Management, Marketing, Business, Jewellery Design or related discipline.

Culture

The maison fosters a culture rooted in artisanal excellence, discretion and creative rigour. Teams combine traditional craftsmanship with modern brand and retail practices, offering a collaborative environment where attention to detail and respect for heritage are paramount.