Christian Dior Visual Merchandising Intern
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Posted
- Mar 26, 2026
About Christian Dior
Christian Dior Couture is an iconic Parisian maison renowned for haute couture, ready-to-wear, leather goods and accessories. As part of the LVMH luxury group, the brand combines artisanal craftsmanship with contemporary creativity and operates flagship boutiques and concessions in global luxury destinations.
Christian Dior Couture in London seeks a Visual Merchandising Intern for a 6-month on-site internship supporting VM across Harrods, Selfridges and New Bond Street.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the Visual Merchandising (VM) team across London boutiques (including Harrods, Selfridges and New Bond Street) on daily VM activities and display changes.
- Assist with dressing windows, re-merchandising floor fixtures and completing overnight installations in accordance with VM guidelines and briefs.
- Conduct daily boutique image checks—inspect departments, ensure product replenishment, enforce presentation standards and perform garment steaming as needed.
- Prepare and support promotional events, trunk shows and showroom presentations; participate in overnight setup work (transport provided after late shifts).
- Maintain and manage props inventory and storage areas; document displays with photography for the retail and VM teams.
- Collaborate with the VM Management team to prioritise tasks, adapt to urgent requirements and ensure timely execution of visual concepts.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 6 months' retail visual merchandising experience or relevant internship in a luxury or fashion retail environment.
- Immediate availability and legal right to work in the UK.
- Flexible availability with Monday–Sunday coverage, including nights and weekends, and willingness to work typical hours including early starts and overnight installations.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise, multi-task and meet tight deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to operate collaboratively within a multidisciplinary retail team.
- Physically able to lift and move display materials and to work extended hours when required; meticulous attention to detail and appreciation of luxury presentation standards.
Skills
Experience
Entry-level: minimum six months' practical experience in retail visual merchandising or a related retail role, ideally within a luxury fashion environment; hands-on experience with store installations and event dressing preferred.
Education
No formal degree required; a vocational qualification or diploma in visual merchandising, fashion, retail or a related discipline is desirable but not mandatory.
Workplace
This position is based in London, England, UK.
Culture
Dior fosters a heritage-driven, creative and exacting retail culture where attention to craft and presentation is paramount. The workplace is fast-paced and collaborative, valuing precision, aesthetic judgement and the ability to deliver luxury standards in flagship boutique environments.
About Cerulean
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