The Global Innovation & Transformation (GIT) department at CHANEL, a division of the Global IT team, stands at the forefront of enhancing customer experiences by crafting innovative, cross-functional, and tailored solutions. Our Tech Innovation arm orchestrates a pivotal transformation program, exploring and prototyping opportunities with cutting-edge technologies, accelerating their implementation across all business entities through various project phases – from POC to MVP and industrialization pilots.
We seek a diligent, proactive, and dedicated intern from a French “Grandes Écoles de Commerce” or “Grandes Écoles d'Ingénieur" background or equivalent, to support our team, particularly in setting for a robust Tech Innovation Center of Expertise. The intern will play a crucial role in organizing, setting governance, and supporting the initiation of various tech innovation circles within IT and across different business entities.
YOUR IMPACT AT CHANEL
Support in Organizational Strategy: Assist in organizing, defining governance, and animating communities of interest across various entities involved in advanced technologies.
Program Support: Actively involved in the boot-up of the set-up of the Tech Innovation Center of Expertise, ensuring all preliminary activities, coordination, and documentation are meticulously managed.
Coordination and Communication: Facilitate communication and coordination among different IT and business circles, ensuring streamlined flow of information and collaborative synergy.
Documentation & Reporting: Maintain meticulous records of all program activities, interactions, and prepare periodic reports to be presented to the Tech Innovation department.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING
Currently pursuing a Master’s Degree from a French "Grandes Écoles de Commerce” or "Grandes Écoles d'Ingénieur" or equivalent.
Native French speaker with business fluency in English (both verbal & written).
Skills and Abilities:
Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex data and processes and translate them into understandable items.
Communication: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to navigate through various departments and levels of the organization.
Adaptability: Capability to swiftly adapt to a fast-paced working environment and efficiently handle pressure and changes.
Learning Opportunities:
Gain hands-on experience in managing and supporting a significant tech innovation partnership program.
Engage with multiple facets of CHANEL's business and IT entities, understanding the intricate dynamics of tech innovation in a luxury retail environment.
Develop a nuanced understanding of the organizational impact of introducing advanced technologies such as AI across various roles within the company.
You are energized by:
The challenge of bridging technical world advancements with organizational strategies.
Engaging in cross-functional collaboration and contributing to building solid partnerships.
The prospect of being a part of CHANEL’s journey through technological innovation and transformation.
At CHANEL, we are committed to creating an inclusive culture that fosters personal fulfilment and development while contributing to collective performance. We believe that the uniqueness of each individual contributes to the diversity, complementarity and effectiveness of our teams. We strongly encourage you to apply, as we attach great importance to the experience and potential you could bring to the House of CHANEL.
Internship to be filled in March 2025
Duration: 6 months
Based in Neuilly-sur-Seine
Exceptional creation and client experience
