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Apprenticeship

Île-de-France

Clichy

Research & Innovation

Full

• Time

04-Feb-2026

12-MONTH APPRENTICESHIP – Starting September 2026 – Research & Innovation

• Safety, Regulatory, Claims & Microbiology – Master’s Degree (Year 1 or 2)

Life is too short for a boring career! 🚀

At L'Oréal Group, there is no such thing as routine. Here, creativity is a superpower that transforms every idea into a major impact.

Our work environment should inspire us as much as our passions do. Whether within our iconic brands, across international markets, or through our multiple divisions, the opportunities to grow here are simply... limitless.

90% of our apprentices are proud to work at L’Oréal Group. 88% of our apprentices recommend L’Oréal for an internship. (Internal “Care Connect Survey,” November 2025)

Ready for this unique experience? Don't waste any time and discover our offer.

Your Missions

As a member of the Safety, Regulatory Affairs, Claims & Microbiology teams, you will be at the heart of the scientific strategy that ensures the safety and efficacy of our products worldwide. Your missions will be concrete and essential for our launches. Guided by our experts and depending on the project, you will actively participate in:

• Product Safety Assessment: You will contribute to the toxicological analysis of raw materials and finished formulas to ensure their perfect safety for the consumer, following the highest scientific and regulatory standards.
• Regulatory Compliance: You will participate in the preparation of regulatory dossiers for the registration of our innovations in various markets. You will maintain an active watch to anticipate and adapt to changes in global cosmetic regulations.
• Scientific Substantiation of Claims: In collaboration with the Marketing and Research & Innovation teams, you will help define study protocols (clinical, instrumental) and analyze their results to prove the efficacy and performance of our products.
• Microbiology Expertise: You will participate in research projects aimed at ensuring the proper preservation of our formulas and explore the potential of the skin microbiome to develop the innovations of tomorrow.
• Scientific Project Coordination: You will work closely with formulation laboratories, product development teams, and legal departments to ensure that projects meet our safety and compliance requirements, from design to market launch.

Skills you will develop in this role: Project management in a scientific environment, complex data analysis, regulatory rigor, scientific communication, and collaboration with experts from multiple disciplines (chemistry, biology, toxicology).

Your Profile

• You are a Master’s student (Year 4/5) at a university or engineering school (specializing in pharmacy, biology, chemistry, biochemistry, or toxicology), looking for a one-year apprenticeship.
• You are able to provide an apprenticeship or professionalization contract issued by a training organization.
• You are fluent in English and French.
• You are proficient in project management and comfortable with the Office Pack (notably Excel and PowerPoint).
• You have strong analytical and synthesis skills, are creative and proactive, excellent in communication (briefs, relationships, presentations), organized, rigorous, and autonomous.

Your Benefits

• Annual profit-sharing and incentive schemes (Intéressement / Participation)
• Health insurance and life insurance (Mutuelle / Prévoyance)
• Group Savings Plan
• Works Council (CSE)
• 75% of transportation costs covered by L’Oréal Group
• 1 day of remote work per week
• 25 days of paid leave per year
• 8 days of rest (RTT) per year
• L’Oréal Group Perks: Access to the L'Oréal Learning Platform to boost your development, Employee Sales at preferential rates, and "Friends & Family" flash sales.
• Depending on the campus: Gym & Concierge services.

The Recruitment Process

• Recruiter Interview (30 min): To introduce yourself and discuss the position & 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 more than 150 countries with a portfolio of 37 international brands divided into four divisions: Consumer Products, Professional Products, Dermatological Beauty, and Luxe.

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

Because equal opportunity and diversity are core values of the Group, as a beauty leader, we consider every application.

Regardless of your gender identity, sexual orientation, visible or invisible disability, social or cultural origins, health status, age, religion, or any other element that makes you unique, our teams will study your profile with care.

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