Chanel Visual Merchandising Intern

Employment
Internship
Seniority
Intern
Compensation
€1,050/month
Posted
Sep 17, 2026

About Chanel

Chanel is one of the world’s most revered luxury houses, founded by Gabrielle Chanel and distinguished by an enduring vision of elegance, freedom, and modernity. As an employer, the House brings together métiers ranging from haute couture, fashion and leather goods to fragrance, beauty, watches, and fine jewelry, offering employees the opportunity to contribute to a legacy defined by exceptional craftsmanship and creative audacity. Chanel values excellence, discretion, collaboration, and long-term development, fostering an environment where talent is nurtured and heritage is continually reinterpreted for contemporary clients. Its teams are united by a commitment to quality, innovation, and the timeless spirit of the brand.

Chanel Internship, Florence: Visual Merchandising Intern supporting boutique display and design standards.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Maintain and enhance the boutique's visual presentation according to Paris headquarters brand guidelines
  • Support the VM team in designing and setting up window displays and interior visual concepts
  • Optimize product placement and spatial arrangements while upholding company standards
  • Photograph display installations and coordinate materials distribution with relevant stakeholders
  • Document, verify, and ship materials needed for boutique image restoration and seasonal updates
  • Apply acquired visual merchandising knowledge with proactive self-directed learning and creative problem-solving

Qualifications

  • Solid foundational knowledge of visual merchandising principles
  • Strong time management and prioritization capabilities
  • Creative and organizational mindset
  • Team collaboration skills
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • High energy, motivation, and enthusiasm for luxury retail

Skills

Visual merchandising Display design Photography Time management Spatial planning Retail operations

Experience

Internship or entry-level experience in visual merchandising, retail design, or related luxury retail environment preferred.

Education

Secondary school diploma or equivalent; training or educational coursework in visual merchandising, retail design, or fine arts is advantageous.

Workplace

This position is based in Florence, Tuscany, Italy.

Compensation

The base compensation for this position is EUR 1,050 per month.

Benefits

Meal vouchers

Culture

Chanel fosters a culture of timeless creativity, exacting craftsmanship, and quiet excellence, where employees are encouraged to uphold the house’s heritage while contributing to its continued innovation. The workplace environment is refined, collaborative, and deeply committed to quality, offering professionals the opportunity to grow within a globally respected maison that values discretion, artistry, and long-term vision.

About Cerulean

Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.

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Chanel

Chanel Visual Merchandising Intern

Florence, Italy

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