Fendi Retail Design Intern
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Compensation
- €800/month
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 11, 2026
About Fendi
Founded in Rome in 1925, Fendi stands as one of Italy’s most distinguished luxury houses, celebrated for its exceptional craftsmanship, Roman spirit, and bold creative vision. As an employer, Fendi offers a dynamic environment where heritage and innovation meet across métiers including design, leather goods, fur, ready-to-wear, retail, communications, and corporate functions. The Maison values artisanal excellence, cultural curiosity, entrepreneurial energy, and collaboration, inviting its teams to contribute to a legacy defined by refinement and experimentation. Within the LVMH Group, Fendi provides international career opportunities, strong professional development, and the privilege of shaping the future of contemporary luxury.
Fendi Retail Design Intern, Rome: Six-month internship in architectural and interior design for luxury retail concept development.
Role & Responsibilities
- Consolidate and develop the new Fendi worldwide boutique concept design, ensuring consistency with brand codes across global retail touchpoints
- Create and refine moodboards and conduct specialized research to drive creative direction and aesthetic cohesion
- Prepare detailed DWG sets and coordinate strategically with external suppliers and design consultants throughout project phases
- Maintain and build a digital inventory of existing furniture and artworks eligible for reuse, advancing circular design principles and resource sustainability
- Research and evaluate innovative materials, upcycled resources, leather offcuts, and company waste for integration into retail design schemes
Qualifications
- Degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or related discipline
- Proficiency in AutoCAD 2D/3D, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator), and Microsoft Office
- Competency in AI rendering tools and sketch methodologies
- Strong aesthetic sensitivity and meticulous attention to detail
- Excellent written and spoken English
Skills
Experience
Beginner level; design education in architecture or interior design is required. No professional experience necessary.
Education
Degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or related fields.
Workplace
This position is based in Rome, Lazio, Italy.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position is EUR 800 per month.
Benefits
Monthly internship reimbursement of EUR 800 gross; lunch tickets eligibility.
Culture
Fendi cultivates a workplace culture rooted in Roman heritage, exceptional craftsmanship, and a forward-looking spirit of creativity. As an employer, it offers a refined, collaborative environment where teams are encouraged to combine technical excellence with bold innovation in service of a distinctive luxury 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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