Key Skills

Job Description

About The Brand At Karl Lagerfeld, we are driven by Karl’s mantra: “Embrace the present and invent the future.” Always contemporary and forward-looking, the House of KARL LAGERFELD shares the creative vision and design aesthetic of its iconic founder, Karl Lagerfeld. We are the only fashion house that carries Karl’s name on its door and we strive to live up to this responsibility in everything we do, every day, with the utmost joy and passion. Our headquarters in Paris and in Amsterdam are home to a highly diverse and driven team of KARL family members that hail from over 35 countries. Together, we aim to create meaningful stories and product concepts that connect to Karl’s world and iconic attributes. Women’s & Men's ready-to-wear, bags, small leather goods, swimwear and underwear are managed directly from our Amsterdam headquarters, while other categories, including footwear, fragrances, eyewear and more, are developed with best-in-class licensing partners. We connect with our consumers on multiple levels, ensuring that our online and offline approach goes hand in hand. We thrive to maximize consumer engagement via more than 200 KL stores worldwide, our premium wholesale partners, and our strong digital footprint, spearheaded by our karllagerfeld.com flagship store, which reaches 96 countries. Our digital channels currently represent more than 30% of our overall full-price business. We are a dynamic, fast-growing and inclusive company built on professionalism and strong values. At KARL LAGERFELD we’re committed to working toward the highest standards of sustainability and integrity across all areas of our business. In 2019, KARL LAGERFELD joined as a founding member of the Fashion Pact, a global sustainability initiative seeking to transform the fashion industry through objectives in three areas: climate, biodiversity and ocean protection. THE ROLE: We are seeking an enthusiastic and driven individual to join our team as a Retail Operation Intern. In this role, you will support the daily operations of the retail department while gaining valuable hands-on experience in the industry. You will have the opportunity to learn from experienced professionals in the industry and gain valuable skills that will benefit you throughout your career. Key Responsibilities: Support the Retail Department Support Store Managers in operational and administrative tasks Assisting with weekly and monthly reports Follow-up development of packaging items (sampling, order process, quality checks, etc.) Support with business analysis and presentations Support bi-annual store seminar Support new store openings Skills, Education & Experience Bachelor studies in Management, International Business, or equivalent Proficiency in Microsoft Office - particularly Excel Fluent in English, both verbal and written - additional languages are a plus Proactive, organized and analytical mindset Profile: Able to work independently as well as in a team Able to work in an international work environment Interest & passion for the fashion industry Flexibility, adaptability, and a positive "can-do" attitude are a must Ability to prioritize and multitask START DATE: November 2026 Please note that we can only consider your application if you are enrolled for the full duration of your internship at your school or university. Also, due to Dutch legislation, you need to have EU Nationality or study in the Netherlands. Why #TEAMKARL? (HQ) Opportunity to make an impact Working in the heart of Amsterdam And exclusive sample sales only for #TEAMKARL JOIN #TEAMKARL The collective vision of KARL LAGERFELD is to be the most connected global designer brand, inspiring consumers through luxury collections and immersing them in the World of KARL. If you are interested in joining #TEAMKARL, we invite you to submit your application today. At #TEAMKARL, everyone has the freedom to give their opinion, grow in their career and be part of a genuinely caring and inclusive team. We welcome people from all backgrounds, with different perspectives, ideas and experiences to work with us. IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING JOB POSTINGS Please be advised that all legitimate job opportunities at KARL LAGERFELD are published exclusively on our official careers page and on selected partner platforms that redirect directly to our career site. We strongly recommend applicants to only apply through our verified channels and remain vigilant against unofficial job offers. KARL LAGERFELD will never request any form of payment during the recruitment process. If you come across suspicious job postings or receive unexpected communication about a position, please contact us immediately at [email protected] We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Core Responsibilities

Support the retail department and store managers with daily operational and administrative tasks, including weekly and monthly reporting, business analysis, and presentations. Assist with packaging development and quality checks, biannual store seminars, and new store openings.

Requirements

Applicants must be enrolled in a bachelor's program in Management, International Business, or an equivalent field for the full internship period, and must have EU nationality or be studying in the Netherlands. The role calls for proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, fluent English, and a proactive, organized, analytical, adaptable, and collaborative approach; additional languages are a plus.

Benefits

• Opportunity to Make an Impact
• Exclusive Sample Sales