Visual Merchandising Assistant (Intern)

Overview

Chanel is a leading French luxury house renowned for haute couture, ready-to-wear, accessories and beauty. As an employer, the brand emphasizes artisanal craftsmanship, exacting aesthetic standards and a global retail network; boutique teams operate with autonomy while adhering to a rigorous brand identity and service excellence.

Role & Responsibilities

• Support the boutique Visual Merchandising team in the execution of seasonal window displays and in-store visual campaigns.
• Dress mannequins, arrange product presentations and install props in strict accordance with Chanel visual guidelines.
• Prepare and maintain display materials, props and merchandising kits; ensure storage and inventory accuracy.
• Coordinate with store management and sales teams to schedule installations with minimal disruption to client service.
• Document completed installations (photography and report) and provide feedback to the VM lead; assist with ad-hoc set-up and shop floor refreshes.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a program in visual merchandising, fashion, interior or set design, or a related discipline.
• Strong aesthetic sensibility with a meticulous attention to detail and an understanding of luxury presentation standards.
• Physical ability to perform hands-on installation work (lifting, bending, working at height on ladders) and comfortable with manual tasks.
• Ability to follow strict brand guidelines, work under direction, and adapt quickly to changing briefs.
• Professional demeanour appropriate for a luxury boutique environment and readiness to collaborate with sales teams.

Skills

Experience

Prior retail or visual merchandising experience is desirable but not mandatory; candidates should demonstrate practical exposure to store displays, boutique environments or creative projects relevant to luxury retail.

Education

Enrollment in or recent completion of a degree or diploma in visual merchandising, fashion design, interior design, scenography or a related field.

Culture

Chanel fosters a culture of excellence, discretion and artisanal pride, where creative precision and respect for heritage guide daily work. Boutique teams operate in a highly client-focused environment that values discipline, collaborative craftsmanship and attention to detail.