INTERNSHIP - CMF Designer W/M - SALOMON

Amer Sports is a sporting goods company with internationally recognized brands including Salomon, Arc’teryx, Peak Performance, Atomic and Wilson.

“The Mountain Sport Company”, Salomon was born in 1947 in the heart of the French Alps and the birthplace of modern alpinism. Salomon’s commitment to innovative design and passion for mountain sports created a vast range of revolutionary new concepts in bindings, boots, skis and apparel for both Alpine and Nordic skiing and brought innovative solutions to footwear, apparel and equipment for snowboarding, adventure racing, mountaineering, hiking, trail running, and many other sports.

Through performance driven design, Salomon delivers innovation and progression to mountain sports; converting new ideas into action and expanding the limits of possibility. Salomon’s heritage, culture, and commitment are tied together by one simple concept: the world’s leading mountain people creating the world’s leading mountain products. Salomon is responsibly committed towards the outdoor through its sustainability program. Diversity is one of Salomon’s five values, therefore we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.

Salomon is headquartered in Annecy, France.

Amer Sports est le leader mondial des équipementiers du sport avec les marques Salomon, Arc’teryx, Peak Performance, Atomic et Wilson.

Salomon SAS, « The Mountain Sport Company », est née en 1947 au cœur des Alpes et berceau de l’alpinisme moderne. Grâce à la passion du sport et un design innovant, Salomon a créé une vaste gamme de nouveaux concepts révolutionnaires en fixations, chaussures, skis et vêtements pour le ski alpin et nordique et a pu apporter des solutions innovantes dans le footwear, et les équipements pour le snowboard, la compétition, l’alpinisme, la randonnée, le trail running and bien d’autres sports.

Au travers de cette orientation vers la performance, Salomon innove et excelle sur les sports de montagne, en convertissant de nouvelles idées en produits et en repoussant les limites du possible. L’engagement, la culture et l’héritage de Salomon sont tous liés par un simple concept : chaque salarié peut faire de Salomon la marque de montagne de référence. Salomon s’engage de manière responsable pour l’outdoor au travers de son programme de développement durable. La diversité est l'une des cinq valeurs de Salomon, c'est pourquoi nous nous engageons à créer un environnement accessible à tous.

Le siège de Salomon est basé à Annecy (74), France.

Job Description

About Salomon :

Salomon is a leading global brand in outdoor sports equipment and apparel, dedicated to providing innovative and high-performance gear for trail running, outdoor activities, and winter sports enthusiasts. With a rich heritage rooted in the French Alps, Salomon is committed to pushing the boundaries of design and technology to enhance the outdoor experience for athletes and adventurers around the world.

Position Overview :

Salomon is seeking a highly motivated and creative CMF Design Intern to join our dynamic team in the Apparel Section. The CMF Design Intern will play a key role in assisting the CMF (Color, Material, and Finish) team in developing seasonal color palettes, graphic designs, and material&finish strategies that reflect Salomon's brand identity and meet the needs of our diverse customer base.

Responsibilities:

1. CMF Design Support

• Assist the CMF team in researching and identifying emerging trends in color, materials, and finishes relevant to outdoor sports apparel.
• Support the development of  seasonal CMF mood boards , inspiration sources, and presentation materials.
• Collaborate with designers to create and refine  color palettes  aligned with Salomon’s brand DNA and consumer insights.
• Assist in organizing and maintaining  color and material libraries  for internal reference.

2. Graphic and Material Development

• Support graphic designers in developing  print and pattern concepts  for apparel collections, incorporating seasonal themes, brand identity, and technical requirements.
• Help coordinate and maintain  strike-off and sample libraries .
• Conduct trend and material research, exploring  innovative, sustainable, and performance-driven materials  and trims for apparel products.

3. Operational and Project Support

• Provide  timely and effective operative design support  to the CMF and Apparel Design teams, contributing to short-term project planning and execution.
• Actively participate in  cross-functional development projects  as a collaborative team member.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in  CMF   Design, Textile Design, Fashion Design, or a related field .
• Passion for  outdoor sports and strong familiarity with  Salomon’s brand and products .
• Excellent  visual and aesthetic sensibility with a keen eye for color, pattern, and texture.
• Proficiency in  Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator) ; knowledge of  Clo3D, Substance, or other 3D CMF software is a plus.
• Strong  communication, organizational, and collaboration skills .
• Knowledge of  materials and manufacturing processes is an advantage.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work effectively in a  fast-paced, team-oriented environment .
• English level : B2/C1

Additional Information

  Contrat  :  Internship Contract mandatory

  Location:  Annecy, France

  Start Date:   at the end of August or beginning of September

Duration : 6 months

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At Salomon, internship compensation is structured as follows:

Internship allowance:

• High school to Bachelor’s degree (Bac to Bac +3): €700 gross

• Master’s level (Bac +4/+5): €950 gross

• PhD: €1,200 gross

Housing allowance:

• €300 housing support , upon presentation of a lease agreement for accommodation located.

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Interested in this position?

Then don’t hesitate and send us your CV as soon as possible so that we can review your application !