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Stage Commerce : Économie Circulaire - RSE

DECATHLON FRANCE France Added on Jul 13, 2026
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This role places you at the heart of a major retail site’s operational transformation, where you will lead local initiatives to embed circularity into the customer experience. You will oversee waste management optimization, drive the adoption of product second-life programs, and manage the rollout of equipment rental services within the store. The position serves as a bridge between high-level environmental goals and practical, on-the-ground execution.

Working for a global leader in sports equipment, you will directly influence the ecological footprint of retail operations by promoting low-carbon mobility for staff and customers alike. This is a rare opportunity to move corporate sustainability beyond reporting and into tangible experiments with new business models like rental and resale that challenge traditional retail. Your work ensures that circular economy concepts become a reality for thousands of local shoppers.

This suits someone who is a proactive communicator with a strong interest in retail operations and a desire to prove that environmental responsibility can drive commercial success through innovation.

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What are the main missions and responsibilities of this role?

The intern will serve as a local catalyst for circular economy initiatives, focusing on transforming a traditional retail space into a circular hub. You will be responsible for optimizing waste sorting and recycling processes while training store teams and customers on sustainable disposal practices. Beyond waste, you will lead the deployment of new commercial models such as product second-life sales and rental services. You will also coordinate carbon reduction projects, including the promotion of soft mobility solutions for both employees and the store's customer base.

Key learning opportunities for this job

You will gain first-hand experience in operational CSR, learning how global sustainability strategies are translated into specific retail floor actions. This includes understanding the logistics of product life-cycle management and the economic drivers behind rental models. Additionally, you will develop skills in change management and environmental animation, gaining exposure to carbon accounting tools and waste management regulations within the French retail sector.

How does the ideal candidate look like (experience, skills)?

The ideal candidate is a student with a strong specialization or interest in sustainable development and commerce. You should feel comfortable taking the lead on projects and have the relational ease required to convince various teams to change their habits. We look for someone proactive and adaptable who isn't afraid to experiment with new ideas. A natural affinity for sports and the Decathlon brand values will help you integrate quickly into the store's energetic team culture.

Advice to stand out and make a successful application

To stand out, move beyond general environmental passion and demonstrate an understanding of retail-specific challenges. Research Decathlon's current circularity offers like 'Occasion' or 'Location' and provide a specific idea on how you would promote them to local customers. Highlight any previous experience where you had to federate people around a common cause or project. Showing that you understand the link between commercial performance and sustainability will be a significant advantage.

What aspects of the company's sustainability is this role likely to focus on?

This role is deeply embedded in the circularity and carbon pillars of the company's strategy. You will specifically focus on 'Scope 3' downstream impacts by enabling customers to extend the life of products through repair, resale, or rental. There is also a strong social component involving internal culture, as you will be responsible for shifting employee mindsets regarding waste and daily commuting habits to reduce the store's overall footprint.

What are the main challenges someone in this role might face?

One significant challenge will be balancing operational efficiency with sustainability goals; store environments move fast, and ensuring teams prioritize waste sorting or rental services during peak hours requires persistence. You might also face resistance to change from customers used to traditional ownership models, requiring you to be creative in how you market circular services as high-value alternatives.

How could a typical day look like for someone in this position?

A typical day could start with a walk-through of the warehouse to inspect waste sorting processes, followed by a meeting with department managers to review the performance of second-life product displays. You might spend your afternoon designing interactive workshops for customers to learn about soft mobility options or collaborating with the store director to analyze carbon reduction data. The day often ends with direct floor presence to gather feedback on new rental initiatives.

What are the opportunities for professional growth and development in this role?

Performing well in this internship can open doors to permanent CSR roles within Decathlon’s regional or national offices. The technical knowledge gained in circular business models is currently in high demand across the retail industry. Success here demonstrates your ability to lead strategic pilots, a skill that is highly transferable to project management or sustainable business development roles within large organizations.

The main stakeholders you might be interacting with

Your primary internal interactions will be with the store management team and floor department managers who execute circularity projects daily. You will also be a key point of contact for the warehouse and logistics teams regarding waste. Externally, you will interact directly with Decathlon customers, acting as an ambassador for sustainable services, and potentially with local associations involved in mobility or recycling.

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