Sales and Communication Intern (2026 Semester 2) - Generation H

Sales And Communication Intern

Innovator in weaving and fabrics edition for interior design, Mtaphores is a celebrated brand belonging to Herms textile division. Mtaphores brings as well together the centenarian know-how of Verel de Belval for silk furnishings and Le Crin for hand woven horsehair. Mtaphores fabrics are born of a subtle alchemy between materials, history and gesture, supported by its rigorous choice of partners and careful selection of raw materials. This overarching sustainable development approach lowers the environmental impact of the collections.

As the Sales and Communication intern, you will support Mtaphores US & Canada team with sales, merchandising, and communication responsibilities. You will gain valuable experience through supporting sales operations, analyzing performance and assisting in executing our communication plan as well as important day-to-day functions.

The Internship Program:

For more than 185 years, Herms has encouraged a culture of discovery for our clients and our people. We invite you to contribute to this legacy while exploring your own professional future. Discover new opportunities and expand your passions with the Herms US internship program, Generation H!

As part of Generation H, you will have the opportunity to join Herms and gain real-world, professional experience as a complement to your academic studies. In addition to the work you will provide within your specific team, you will also attend a learning-focused guest-speaker series that will provide you with exposure to various teams throughout the company; partner with a mentor who will provide feedback and coaching to support your professional skills development; network with stakeholders; and collaborate on a capstone Generation H project.

The duration of the Generation H program is five months. Please note to qualify for the program, you must be able to work during this five-month period. This internship is scheduled for July 13, 2026 December 18 2026, and will be full time (40 hours).

All internships are in-person (non-remote) and based in the Herms US corporate headquarters located in New York City. Interns are paid an hourly rate of US $20.00. A Full-Time Internship will be scheduled for 37.5 hours per week.

About the Role:

Sales support and performance analysis

• Partner with showrooms in the US to support their ordering needs, stock and price requests
• Support the creation of new client and quotes in our internal sales system
• Assist the team with the process of CFA (Fabric cuttings for approval)
• Interact with our office in France to partner on special projects and requests
• Support the commercial team with the creation of monthly sales reports, identifying and analyzing performance opportunities and KPIs

Sample Management

• Support in fabric sampling allocations and replenishment process
• Assist in monitoring and updating our sampling ordering website when needed

Merchandising and communication initiatives

• Support of merchandising needs for the launch of our new collection
• Assist in the execution of the visual merchandising plan for our showrooms in the US & Canada
• Support the development and execution of the brand's communication plan
• Partner on press requests and collect press and digital editorials for internal quarterly communication activity reports
• Assist in the planning and participation in events and showhouses in the design sector
• Executes all other duties assigned by Manager

Supervisory Responsibility:

• NO

Budget Responsibility:

• NO

Decision Making Responsibility:

• NO

About You:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's or a master's degree (must be enrolled in classes for the duration of the internship)
• Showing a passion for luxury design and craftmanship
• Creative with strong written communication skills
• Fluent in English and French
• Willing to learn and an all-round team player
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Technologically competent and proficient in Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

We are looking for a candidate that has a combination of the above attributes and can perform the key functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodations.

Since 1837, Herms has remained faithful to its artisan business model and humanist values. We place people at the heart of what we do and aspire to make a positive impact on the world. The freedom to create, the constant search for beautiful materials, the transmission of a savoir-faire of excellence and the aesthetic of functionality define the singularity of Herms, a house dedicated to making highly-crafted, beautiful objects made to stand the test of time.

An independent, family-owned company, Herms is dedicated to keeping production in France through its 42 workshops, The Herms organization is also a truly global community with a network of 310 stores in 49 countries. Herms employs more than 15,000 people worldwide with over 6,000 of the workforce being Herms craftspeople engaged in making artisanal products, nurturing a 180+ year tradition of creativity and innovation.

At Herms, our actions for sustainable development and corporate social responsibility are founded in values passed down by generations of humble artisans who have shaped the story of our house and the integrity of our objects. The roots of Herms' success and longevity lie in a sense of responsibility; a quest for authenticity and respect for time and preservation of natural resources. All at Herms wish to leave a positive footprint on the world, a mission that's at the heart of our commitment to progress. This narrative can be experienced in a series of shorts films "Footsteps Across the World" available on our website.

Family is at the heart of Herms. At Herms of Paris, we are committed to being a Maison for All, a home where we make efforts to generate, support and advance the values of diversity, inclusion and family both within our own walls and in the wider world. At Herms of Paris we look to create a diverse workforce of talented and unique individuals with different backgrounds, skillsets and worldviews that will enrich our Herms of Paris family. We support our individual team members personal and professional success through a culture that values equality, individuality and fairness and through an environment where individuals can thrive and feel comfortable being their authentic selves. Beyond the walls of our Maison, we advance our DIF values through the work that we do in partnership with our community and non-profit partners.