Christian Dior Visual Merchandising Intern
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Posted
- Aug 18, 2026
About Christian Dior
Christian Dior, founded in Paris in 1946, stands as one of the world’s most influential maisons, uniting haute couture, ready-to-wear, leather goods, fragrance, beauty, and exceptional retail experiences. As an employer, Dior offers a culture shaped by artistic audacity, meticulous craftsmanship, and the pursuit of excellence, where heritage and innovation continually enrich one another. Its teams collaborate across ateliers, studios, boutiques, and corporate functions within an international environment that values elegance, precision, inclusivity, and entrepreneurial spirit. Working at Dior means contributing to a legacy of timeless style while helping define the future of luxury with creativity, discipline, and purpose.
Dior Visual Merchandising Intern in London | 1-year internship supporting brand activation and retail excellence in luxury beauty and fashion.
Role & Responsibilities
- Assist Visual Merchandising Manager with regular counter launches throughout the year
- Support VM team with launches across the UK and pop-up activations as needed
- Lead and manage projects from design conception to in-store activation, adhering to brand guidelines, timelines, and budget parameters
- Conduct weekly visual audits of West End and flagship stores, documenting merchandising and maintenance issues for team feedback
- Manage budget trackers, raise purchase orders, and process supplier invoices
- Coordinate point-of-sale materials (POSM) and tester product orders
- Establish tracker systems including ROI calculations and supplier cost analysis
- Perform monthly competitive analysis to inform visual strategy
- Collaborate cross-functionally with visual merchandising, marketing, sales, and training teams
Qualifications
- Creative background or relevant coursework
- Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
- Strong Excel competency and numerical acumen
- Demonstrated proficiency in PowerPoint presentations
- 3D design skills (preferred)
- Understanding of brand guidelines and visual merchandising principles
Skills
Experience
Beginner level; internship-track experience or design portfolio preferred. Prior exposure to retail environments, visual merchandising, or brand marketing beneficial but not essential.
Education
Current or recent completion of a degree or diploma program in Fashion Design, Graphic Design, Retail Management, Business, Marketing, or a related creative discipline.
Workplace
This position is based in London, England, UK.
Culture
Christian Dior fosters a culture of refined creativity, exceptional craftsmanship, and continuous innovation, where teams are encouraged to uphold the Maison’s heritage while shaping the future of luxury. As an employer, it offers a dynamic and exacting environment that values collaboration, excellence, and the development of talent across artistic, retail, and corporate disciplines.
About Cerulean
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