HR & Talent Intern

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, welcomed, and free to celebrate what makes them unique. We are united by a common goal - to reimagine the future of beauty together. And now, we’re excited to invite the next generation of talent to join us on that journey.

The Opportunity

Are you looking to build hands‑on experience in both Human Resources (HR) and Talent Acquisition? Join SEPHORA as a HR & Talent Intern, where you’ll support a wide range of people‑focused activities across recruitment, onboarding, employee lifecycle administration, engagement, and HR operations. This is an exciting opportunity to develop core HR and early‑career recruitment skills in a fast‑paced, beauty‑driven retail environment while helping us deliver exceptional employee experiences.

What you’ll be doing…

• Assisting with the sourcing and screening of candidates through job boards, social media, and professional networks.
• Supporting the coordination and administration of the end‑to‑end recruitment process, including posting job adverts, scheduling interviews, and updating candidate pipelines.
• Collaborating with hiring managers to ensure timely communication and a smooth candidate experience.
• Helping prepare onboarding materials and assisting with induction sessions to ensure a seamless new starter experience.
• Maintaining accurate employee records and HR documentation, ensuring compliance with internal policies and legal requirements.
• Assisting the HR team in responding to employee queries regarding policies, benefits, holiday entitlements, and general HR topics.
• Supporting the delivery of employee engagement activities and events across the business.
• Conducting research to support HR and TA projects, including market trends, best practice analysis, and process improvements.

What you’ll bring…

• You have a genuine interest in Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, and employee experience.
• You’re proactive, organised, and eager to support a wide range of people‑centric tasks.
• Your strong communication skills, curiosity, and willingness to learn enable you to collaborate effectively with teams across the business.

What will help you succeed…

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• A proactive approach with an eagerness to learn and contribute ideas.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Any previous experience in HR, recruitment, customer service, or a fast‑paced work environment would be beneficial.

What you need to know…

• The internship is a 12-month Fixed‑Term Contract (FTC), with an anticipated start date of July 2026.
• You will need to hold valid right‑to‑work status for the UK for the duration of the internship.
• This role is based at SEPHORA HQ in Russell Square, London, and follows our Hybrid working policy of 3 days onsite per week.
• The application deadline is Sunday 15th March 2026 at 11:59 PM GMT.

While at SEPHORA you’ll enjoy…

• The people. You will be surrounded by some of the most talented leaders and teams – people you can be proud to work with.
• The learning. We invest in training and developing our teams, and you will continue evolving and building your skills through personalized career plans.
• The culture. As a leading beauty retailer within the LVMH family, our reach is broad, and our impact is global.

SEPHORA is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace for all. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, advancement, or other employment practices. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating and fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.