Balenciaga Visual Merchandising Intern (EMEA)
Balenciaga in Paris seeks a Visual Merchandising Intern (EMEA) to support VM planning, store setups and display tools. Internship based in Paris, France.
Overview
Balenciaga is a Paris-based luxury fashion house celebrated for its avant-garde silhouettes and conceptual design language. Part of the Kering group, the brand operates globally across ready-to-wear, leather goods, footwear and accessories and is recognised for its creative experimentation and high standards of craftsmanship.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the EMEA Visual Merchandising Manager and team in daily VM operations and departmental organisation.
- Manage props ordering, coordinate deliveries and maintain inventory for store and showroom displays.
- Contribute to VM planning, installation and set-ups across boutiques and showrooms, including hands-on support during rollouts.
- Organise showrooms and maintain VM schedules, ensuring timely execution of visual directives.
- Participate in VM conference calls and training to assimilate new strategies and techniques.
- Conduct competitive benchmarking to track industry trends and inform visual strategies.
- Perform monthly audits of displays across the retail and wholesale network to ensure brand compliance.
- Assist in the development and maintenance of display tools, including order management and delivery coordination.
Qualifications
- Strong interest in fashion and visual merchandising.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple, concurrent tasks.
- Proactive, autonomous work style while able to collaborate effectively within a team.
- Meticulous attention to detail and strong verbal/written communication skills.
- Fluent in English; additional languages are an advantage.
- Familiarity with retail or showroom environments; prior VM, retail or design exposure is a plus.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Skills
Experience
Internship-level role; previous practical experience or demonstrated interest in visual merchandising, retail or design is advantageous but not mandatory. Candidates with relevant coursework, academic projects or prior retail placements will be prioritised.
Education
Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a degree programme in Fashion, Visual Merchandising, Retail Management, Interior Design or a related discipline.
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France. Cerulean lists 3.316 open roles in Paris, including 67 posted recently. The broader Île-de-France area accounts for 3.727 active listings on Cerulean, 101 of which are new. In France as a whole, Cerulean currently features 4.275 open positions, with 127 posted this week.
Culture
Balenciaga cultivates a highly creative, concept-driven workplace with an emphasis on innovation and craftsmanship. As part of the Kering group, the House values collaboration, professional development and a commitment to diversity — welcoming candidates from varied backgrounds and perspectives.
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