L’Oreal – Marketing Internship (LUXE)

Location: Woodmead, Johannesburg, Gauteng

Position: Internship – Luxury Beauty Marketing

Job Summary

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Marketing Intern to join our Luxe division. This internship gives you hands‑on experience in luxury beauty marketing. You will help increase brand visibility, engage consumers, and support the planning and execution of marketing campaigns for our luxury brands.

Key Responsibilities

• Marketing Campaign Support: Assist in launching and managing marketing plans for luxury products.
• Creative Development: Help create marketing materials, presentations, and communication tools that reflect our premium brand image.
• Event Coordination: Support the planning of exclusive events, product launches, and in‑store activities. Coordinate with high‑end suppliers and manage logistics.
• PR Kits & Sampling: Organise packaging, tracking, and distribution of PR kits and samples for media and influencers.
• Market Research & Analysis: Conduct research on luxury market trends, competitors, and sales data. Prepare monthly reports on performance.
• Social Media Engagement: Assist in scheduling and creating sophisticated social media content for luxury audiences. Track results and propose new ideas for editorial calendars.
• Budget & Administration: Support budget tracking, raise purchase orders, and handle general administrative tasks. Keep marketing records organised.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Work with brand teams, sales, training, and customer service to create a consistent brand experience. Participate in brainstorming sessions.

Qualifications

• Currently studying or have recently finished a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications or a related field.
• Passionate about the luxury beauty industry and familiar with its trends and consumer habits.
• Experience in marketing, especially with luxury or premium consumer goods, is a big plus.

Required Skills

• Analytical: Ability to interpret data, produce reports, and draw insights from market research and sales figures.
• Communication: Strong written and verbal skills with a polished tone suitable for luxury brands.
• Attention to Detail: Thoroughness in all tasks to maintain a premium image.
• Organisation: Comfortable managing multiple tasks, prioritising, and meeting deadlines in a fast pace.
• Proactiveness: Willingness to take initiative and find solutions independently.
• Technical: Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially PowerPoint), social media platforms, and analytics tools like Google Analytics.
• Creative: Able to produce engaging content that aligns with luxury aesthetics.
• Adaptability: Quick to adjust priorities in a dynamic environment.

What We Offer

• Real‑world experience in luxury beauty marketing with a global leader.
• Mentorship and professional development from industry experts.
• Exposure to the entire product lifecycle—from concept to launch.
• Chance to influence high‑profile marketing campaigns.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a cover letter that explains why you are interested in luxury beauty marketing and any relevant experience you have.

Open until the position is filled.

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