Open Innovation Assistant M/W

Open Innovation Assistant M/W
Internship – July 2025 – Paris 8th

Who we are

As the first cosmetics company from Japan, ranked as the 5th most important company in the global beauty industry, Shiseido embodies absolute excellence in skincare, makeup and fragrances. The company was founded in 1872, and celebrated its 150th in 2022.

With its products being ever more innovative and modern, the Group’s brands are distributed in over 120 countries. With 39 000 employees worldwide, Shiseido generated over 7,5 billion dollars in 2022.

Guided by the mission « Beauty Innovations for a Better World », Shiseido’s employees are driven by values descending from the company’s unique legacy: « People First », « Diversity », « Art & Science », « Japanese », « Uncompromising Quality » and « Omotenashi ».

Shiseido EMEA, based in Paris, is managing the worldwide activities of the fragrances brands Issey Miyake, Narciso Rodriguez, Serge Lutens, Shiseido Fragrances, and Zadig&Voltaire, and of the skincare brands Ulé and Gallinée. It is also in charge of the regional activities and distribution of some other brands of the Group: Clé de Peau Beauté, Drunk Elephant, NARS, Shiseido Ginza Tokyo and Tory Burch.

What are the main responsabilities

You will be in charge of supporting the EIC Paris team by conducting insight searches, summarizing findings, and performing analyses to aid in strategic decision-making. You will also assist in scouting potential companies and agencies that align with our search objectives. This role will help you develop skills in market research, data analysis, and strategic thinking.

Main Responsibilities:

• Insight Search and Analysis;
• Trend Reporting;
• Consumer & Market Insight Study;
• Sustainability Programs Study;
• Startup Scouting Support.

What we are looking for

• You're a student at a business or management school.
• You have a passion for the beauty industry.
• You have a good ability to read and interpret data and figures.
• You are curious, open-minded and rigorous in your work.
• You are dynamic and have an entrepreneurial spirit.
• You have a good command of the Office pack, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• You speak English at an advanced or fluent level.

Join us for a 6 months internship in july 2025