IWC Visual Merchandising Intern

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Location
Switzerland
└Schaffhausen
└Schaffhausen
Employment
Internship
Seniority
Intern
Posted
Mar 16, 2026

About IWC

IWC Schaffhausen is a Swiss maison renowned for precision watchmaking and timeless design, operating within the Richemont luxury group. The brand combines horological engineering with refined aesthetics and maintains a global retail network, offering creative roles that intersect product, design and client experience.

IWC Schaffhausen is hiring a Visual Merchandising Intern in Schaffhausen — full‑time internship supporting window and in‑store displays for the boutique.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Support the implementation of window concepts and in-store displays across the Schaffhausen boutique according to global VM guidelines.
  • Prepare material, build prototypes and arrange props; carry out mock-ups and final installations under supervision.
  • Document displays through photography and detailed reports; maintain an organised archive of layouts, planograms and style guides.
  • Coordinate with boutique management, retail teams and the global VM department to ensure visual consistency and timely roll-out of campaigns and product launches.
  • Manage VM inventory and sourcing of props and materials; assist with supplier liaison and logistical follow-through for installations.
  • Contribute creative ideas to seasonal campaigns, events and local merchandising initiatives while adhering to brand standards and technical constraints.

Qualifications

  • Enrollment in or recent completion of a tertiary programme in Visual Merchandising, Fashion Design, Interior Design, Set Design or a related discipline.
  • A curated portfolio or visual documentation demonstrating strong composition, spatial awareness and an eye for luxury presentation.
  • Hands-on aptitude for construction and styling; ability to translate 2D concepts into executed 3D displays.
  • Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and the capacity to manage multiple small-scale projects concurrently.
  • Professional attitude, reliable time management and the ability to work collaboratively with retail and creative teams.

Skills

Adobe Photoshop Adobe Illustrator Adobe InDesign Microsoft Excel Microsoft PowerPoint Photography (display documentation) Planogram creation Prop fabrication / basic hand tools

Experience

Prior retail, visual merchandising or creative internship experience is advantageous; relevant student projects or freelance display work will be considered. Demonstrated ability to assist in physical installations and to document visual solutions is expected.

Education

Enrolled in or recently graduated from a university/college programme in Visual Merchandising, Fashion Design, Interior Design, Set Design or a related field.

Workplace

The role is situated in Schaffhausen, Schaffhausen, Switzerland — conveniently close to Zurich.

Culture

IWC fosters a culture that balances technical precision with aesthetic refinement, rooted in Swiss watchmaking heritage. The workplace values craftsmanship, cross‑disciplinary collaboration and professional development within an international luxury retail environment.

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