6-MONTH INTERNSHIP - Starting January/March 2027 – Research & Innovation - Advanced Research – Master's ½ - €1700/month

6-MONTH INTERNSHIP - Starting July 2026 – Research & Innovation - Advanced Research – Master's ½ - €1700/month

Life is too short for a boring career!

At L’Oréal Groupe, work doesn't mute you, it amplifies you. We believe your career should give you the same thrill, drive and fulfillment as your personal interests. Here, creativity drives innovation and ideas become impact. Grow across brands, markets, and divisions, and take your career in any direction you choose. With the global scale of L’Oréal, your growth knows no boundaries.

Why join L’Oréal?

88% of our interns are proud to work at L’Oréal.

87% recommend L’Oréal for an internship.

(Internal Satisfaction Survey – June 2026)

Ready for an experience that makes a difference?

Your missions

As a member of the Research & Innovation's Advanced Research team, you will contribute to advancing scientific projects across clinical research, environmental science, cellular biology, or project coordination. Depending on the project, your main responsibilities could include:

• Clinical & scientific research support: Participate in the design, execution, and analysis of clinical or pre-clinical studies, including microbiological and biological data collection.
• Data & bioinformatics analysis: Process and interpret complex biological and clinical datasets to support ongoing research programs.
• Environmental impact assessment: Contribute to ecotoxicology studies evaluating the safety and environmental impact of ingredients and formulations.
• Cell-based model development: Support the development and validation of in vitro biological models (e.g., cell-based assays) for the evaluation of active molecules.
• Project coordination: Assist in the planning, project management, coordinating, and change management of a major project for the entity.

Your profile

• You are currently enrolled in a Master 1 or Master 2 program (engineering school, university, or business school) looking for a gap-year or final-year 6-month internship starting January 2027, with a strong specialization in Biology, Microbiology, Bioinformatics, Ecotoxicology, or Project Management.
• Fluent in English; French is a plus but not required.
• Strong analytical mindset and rigor in scientific or data-driven work.
• Proficiency in Excel; familiarity with Python, R, AI or data visualization tools is a plus depending on your area of interest.
• Genuine enthusiasm for scientific research and/or project coordination in an international R&D environment.

Your profile

• You are currently enrolled in a Master 1 or Master 2 program (engineering school, business school, IAE, or university) looking for a gap-year or final-year internship with a strong specialization in Biology, Microbiology, Bioinformatics, Ecotoxicology, or Project Management.

• Fluent in English; French is a plus but not required.
• Strong analytical mindset and rigor in scientific or data-driven work.
• Proficiency in Excel; familiarity with Python, R, or data visualization tools is a plus depending on your area of interest.
• Genuine enthusiasm for scientific research and/or project coordination in an international R&D environment.

AI Charter: Our Pact

At L’Oréal, innovation has been in our DNA for over 110 years. Today, AI accelerates this innovation—through skin biotech, the development of connected devices, or creation tools like CreAItech. As we invent the future of beauty, we see Artificial Intelligence as a powerful co-pilot, with the firm belief that technology must always serve people. Aware of the impacts of AI, L’Oréal carefully assesses the social, environmental, and societal impact of its AI systems and works to mitigate any potential or actual harm. This requirement is part of our broader conviction that economic and environmental performance are inseparable. If you would like to learn more about our use of AI, click here.

Your benefits

• Remuneration: €1,700 per month
• Transportation: 75% of public transport costs covered
• Remote working: 1 day of remote working per week
• PaidLeave: 1 day per month

The L’Oréal Groupe Perks

• Access to the L’Oréal Learning Platform to develop your skills
• Staff sales at preferential rates
• Friends & Family sales

• Depending on the campus: gym, concierge services, etc

The Recruitment Process

• Recruiter interview - 30 min: To introduce yourself and discuss the position & the L'Oréal Group
• Meeting with your potential future manager - 45 min: To discuss the missions of the role

L'Oréal Group

Join L'Oréal, the world leader in beauty, present in over 150 countries with a portfolio of 37 international brands across four divisions: Consumer Products, Professional Products, Dermatological Beauty, and Luxury.

At L'Oréal, we create beauty that moves, inspires, and unites. Our mission is to invent the future of beauty by combining the best of technology, science, and natural inspiration, and to offer everyone inclusive, responsible, and forward-looking beauty.

And because equal opportunities and diversity are strong values within the Group, as a beauty leader, we consider every application.

Whatever your gender identity, sexual orientation, visible and/or invisible disability(ies), social or cultural origins, health status, age, religion, or any other element that makes you unique, our teams will carefully review your profile.