Intern, Merchandising, Skincare
                                COMPANY OVERVIEW:
At Sephora, we inspire our customers, empower our teams, and help them become the best versions of themselves. We create an environment where people are valued, and differences are celebrated. Every day, our teams across the world bring to life our purpose: to expand the way the world sees beauty by empowering the ExtraOrdinary in each of us. We are united by a common goal - to reimagine the future of beauty.
THE OPPORTUNITY:
Sephora Internships provide an inclusive and comprehensive experience that equips young professionals with the tools needed to align their passions with work. The 10-week internship program develops early career professionals by providing interns with hands-on learning, personal and professional networking opportunities, and the ability to work on projects that directly impact the business.
The Sephora internship program is also a prerequisite for consideration for LEAP, the cross-functional rotational program that provides on-the-job training in each of three Business Units-Supply Chain, Marketing, and Merchandising, over the course of nine months. LEAP prepares successfully performing trainees for a full-time, entry-level role in one of the three Business Units. Interns are invited to apply to LEAP at the beginning of the summer internship.
PROGRAM DETAILS:
An inclusive and engaging experience that develops technical and professional skills through weekly virtual workshops, networking opportunities, and career panels that provide exposure to Sephora's career growth opportunities.
2026 PROGRAM DATES:
• June 1 - August 14, 2026
• Working hours: 36hrs/week. Monday - Friday, PST
• June 15 - 19, 2026: On-Site Week in San Francisco at headquarters office
• June 29 - July 3, 2026: Week off for Summer Shutdown
POSITION TITLE: Merchandising Intern
YOUR ROLE AT SEPHORA...
The Sephora Merchandising Intern, will support the North American brand team in executing strategies, analyzing the business and assistant with day-to-day operations.
WHAT YOU WILL ACCOMPLISH:
• Comp Collection/Organization
• Work with production on asset collection and pass off
• Analyze Business Trends
• Work on Product Refinements by Key Note Attribution
• Note taking at meetings
• Network with industry leaders and peers. Our Sephora executives are committed to investing in our interns and want to hear from you. Interns can expect to attend meetings with top leaders in the company.
• Get exposure to cross-functional teams. Sephora has a highly collaborative culture so you are encouraged and expected to work closely with other related teams such as Brick & Mortar Merchandising, Marketing, Inventory Planning, Production
• Develop, grow, and have fun
• Lead or assist on projects using a hands-on approach
• Contribute to the merchandising team at Sephora. Work internally with teams and brands on digital asset management and procurement, streamline internal processes for asset/comp collection and hand-off.
• Learn from the best by interacting with a dynamic team of professionals..
• Learn, grow, and most importantly-have fun while living Sephora's values: Passion, Innovation, Expertise, Balance, Respect, Teamwork, and Initiative.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
• Currently working on completion of Bachelor's degree in related field (Marketing, communications, merchandising, business) and is currently a junior or senior in credit hours
• Microsoft Excel/Word
• Power-point
• Outlook
• Good communicator/Listener
• Self-starter
• Team player
• Positive Attitude Enthusiastic about the beauty, retail, or consumer goods industries A positive attitude and a genuine love for cosmetics and beauty products.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
• Graduating in 2026 or 2027 (undergraduate or graduate degree)
• Remote program - work schedule must align with Pacific Standard Time
• Must permanently reside and work in the U.S.
• Must be open to relocating to the San Francisco Bay Area upon graduation for consideration for full-time hybrid positions *
• Available from June 1 - August 14, 2026
• Available for the 1-week On-Site office experience in San Francisco, CA
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