• Job Description

  Req#: 99083

  Be a part of our dynamic and engaged internship program this summer.

  WE WELCOME

  Passionate and enthusiastic students curious about seeing & participating in the day-to-day operations and projects of high-end luxury brands in the jewelry, timepiece, fashion, & accessories industries.

  YOU ARE

  Immersed in our organization and culture, as well as, involved in a full range of activity at Richemont & our Maison’s.

  You will assist your dedicated team in executing the brand or functional strategy as well as participate in initiatives or projects to support the development or understanding of sales, culture, analytics, & service.

  Retail Innovation Lab Technology Intern, Cartier North America

  The Retail Innovation Lab is currently a department of 8 people staffed with specialists in design, technology, production and strategy who develop new approaches to luxury retail for the Cartier North America market. The Innovation Lab’s process is design-led and discovery-oriented; we investigate topics close to the business with the collaboration of our NA team members. The Retail Innovation Lab is located in Williamsburg, Brooklyn.

  KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Contribute to regular design and status meetings with the Lab team

  • Manage technology hardware and software related to testing prototypes and presenting to internal groups

  • Create assets for prototypes including film clips, images, animated gifs, diagrams, charts, and other multimedia

  • Technology research such as viewing and participating in competitor analysis of interactive media and digital campaigns in the luxury industry

  • Presentation and microsite creation and editing (MS Sharepoint, OneDrive and Atalassian Confluence)

  • On-site visits to NYC regional boutiques for interviews, prototype testing and related activities

  • Comfort with rapid prototyping tools and workshop environment a plus

  QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in design, interactive technology or any other related fields.

  • Desire to gain relevant experience in applied technology innovation preferred.

  • Strong knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite.

  • Desire for technology experience outside of the technology industry a positive.

  • Experience and/or desire to learn hardware hacking, software wireframing and design development skills.

  • Strong communication skills in verbal and written format.

  YOUR PROFILE

  • Currently enrolled in an accredited university/college program at the time of application

  • Visual technological savvy – comfortable using (or learning about) cameras, screens, touch interfaces, web applications and servers.

  • Skill in coding is not required but if you have proficiency in Python, OpenCV, extended reality (XR) development or interactive web development there is room for these skills to be put to use.

  • An innovative thinker with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, you might even thrive on ambiguity.

  • Able to work a full-time schedule throughout the course of our Summer Internship Program

  • Authorized to work in the United States; International students must have a current work visa, Richemont North America will not sponsor work visa’s for summer internships

  • Must be age 18 or older to participate

  • Must be available to participate for the entirety of internship program June 3rd - August 9th, 2024

  WE OFFER

  A competitive working environment filled with passionate individuals. You will have a chance to gather valuable knowledge of the luxury goods industry which will pave the way for your future career.

  You will be partnered with a Mentor during this program, who will serve as a subject matter expert and leader to ensure your immersion and direction support the learning experience.

  This is a paid internship.

  *Students are responsible for all arrangements of housing and travel

  Salary: $20-25/hourly

• About the company

  Built for the long term, Richemont nurtures the distinctive craftsmanship, innovative spirit and creative inspiration of its Maisons and businesses.

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