Reporting to : Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition Japan & Korea
Department : Talent Acquisition, Human Resources
Employment : 6 months Contract
About the Role:
The Talent Acquisition Intern will support recruitment activities across corporate and retail functions in Japan. This role provides hands-on exposure to end-to-end talent acquisition, candidate engagement, sourcing strategies, and recruitment operations. The intern will play an important role in delivering positive candidate experience while supporting the Talent Acquisition team with administrative and operational recruitment activities.
Who You Are:
- Coordinate and schedule interviews with candidates, hiring managers, and interview panel members.
- Maintain regular communication with candidates throughout the recruitment process to ensure a positive candidate experience and strengthen the employer’s brand.
- Proactively follow up with candidates regarding application status, including keeping candidates engaged while hiring decisions are in progress.
- Prepare and send candidate communications, including interview confirmations, follow-up messages, and rejection emails.
- Support LinkedIn sourcing activities to identify and engage potential candidates for open positions.
- Conduct talent sourcing through Japanese job boards, career sites, and professional networks.
- Maintain accurate candidate pipeline tracking and recruitment reports using Excel and internal tracking tools.
- Assist with candidate database management and talent pool development.
- Support recruitment administration, including invoice processing, vendor coordination, and documentation.
- Assist with Workday activities, including candidate creation, profile maintenance, and recruitment process administration.
- Assist the Talent Acquisition team with ad hoc projects and administrative duties.
You'll Need to Have:
- Native-level Japanese and business-level English communication skills (written and verbal).
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a customer-service mindset.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
- Interest in Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, Retail, or Luxury Fashion industries.
- Experience using LinkedIn, job boards, or social media platforms for research or sourcing is a plus.
- Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) or Workday is preferred but not required.
- Proactive, positive, and eager-to-learn attitude.
What You Will Gain:
- Exposure to end-to-end recruitment processes within a global fashion and luxury retail organization.
- Hands-on experience with sourcing, candidate engagement, and employer branding.
- Experience working with an international team and recruitment technologies.
- Opportunity to develop stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Mentorship from experienced and diverse Talent Acquisition professionals and exposure to regional hiring initiatives across Japan.
MK Perks:
- Cross-Brand Discounts & Private Employee Sales – Enjoy exclusive savings across all Capri brands.
- Hybrid Working Model – work at home one day per week for optimal flexibility.
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The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company’s policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, military status, disability, genetic information or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.
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At Capri Holdings Limited, we are committed to providing a fair and accessible recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation for the interview or application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected].
Skills Required
- Native-level Japanese communication skills, written and verbal
- Business-level English communication skills, written and verbal
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a customer-service mindset
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams
- Interest in Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, Retail, or Luxury Fashion industries
- Experience using LinkedIn, job boards, or social media platforms for research or sourcing
- Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems or Workday
- Proactive, positive, and eager-to-learn attitude
Capri Holdings Limited Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Capri Holdings Limited and has not been reviewed or approved by Capri Holdings Limited.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Employee merchandise discounts across Michael Kors, Jimmy Choo, and Versace are highlighted as a standout perk, with cross-brand access and exclusive employee sales. Wellness initiatives (including EAP and wellness programs) further add to the non-cash package.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage is paired with life and disability insurance, wellness initiatives, and an Employee Assistance Program. Company materials also note offerings like fertility support and gender-affirming care in the U.S., rounding out the health suite.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is explicitly listed in filings and brand pages, with notes of strong maternity/paternity programs in the U.S. Company disclosures frame parental leave as available for all parents.
Capri Holdings Limited Insights
What We Do
CAPRI HOLDINGS is a global fashion luxury group consisting of iconic, founder-led brands Versace, Jimmy Choo, and Michael Kors. Our commitment to glamorous style and craftsmanship is at the heart of each brand, as we design innovative products across the full spectrum of fashion luxury categories. The unique DNA and heritage of each brand, combined with the diversity and passion of our people, and our dedication to clients and communities, define our success.
