Chanel Visual Merchandising Assistant (Intern)
Chanel — Visual Merchandising Assistant (Intern) in Courchevel 1850. Seasonal boutique internship supporting window displays and in-store visual campaigns.
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.
Workplace
This position is based in Courchevel, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France, within easy reach of Lyon. The broader Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes area accounts for 69 active listings on Cerulean, 3 of which are new. In France as a whole, Cerulean currently features 4.275 open positions, with 127 posted this week.
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.
About Cerulean
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