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Join us on our “The first at Fendi” program, for a dynamic and hands-on internship experience where you’ll become an integral part of our Visual Merchandising team in a fast-paced, creative luxury retail environment.
As an intern, you’ll not only support day-to-day visual activities but also take ownership of a dedicated project with a commercial focus. This is a unique opportunity to gain real-world industry experience, build a strong understanding of our brand strategy, and contribute to key business priorities.
Throughout the internship, you’ll be exposed to the full scope of Visual Merchandising—from concept to execution—while developing your creativity, strategic thinking and professional skills within an inspiring and collaborative team.
The project
Based in the HO in London, you will have the opportunity to take the lead to a key project related to VM projects.
Main responsibilities
- Support the Visual Merchandising team in planning & executing events, window installations, in-store displays, and product presentations in our stand-alone boutiques and department store concessions
- Assist with preparation and set-up for seasonal campaigns, new product launches, and promotional events
- Participate in overnight installations and out-of-hours visual updates as required
- Support with the collaborate of cross-functional teams including retail, marketing, and operations to ensure visual standards are upheld
- Be aware of business bestsellers and performance to help form strategy & influence VM/product displays
- Assist in maintaining visual guidelines and standards across stores through regular checks and updates
- Contribute to creative brainstorming and concept development for windows and interior displays
- Document visual setups through photography and help prepare recaps and reports
- Monitor competitor activity and visual trends by building reports/presentations
- Manage VM props and display tools: correct us, maintenance, inventory and orders
- Provide support with props inventory tracking, organisation and logistics coordination
- Coordination of VM activities with VM Manager
About you
- Bachelor’s Degree in Visual Merchandising, Architecture, Retail Design, Fashion Design, Business studies looking to pivot to more creative.
- Commercial understanding combined with strong interest and sense of fashion
- Motivated and enthusiastic with an entrepreneurial spirit
- Proactive self-starter with a hands-on approach
- Excellent team player with strong interpersonal skills
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and overnights for window installations and product setups
- Good eye for detail, creativity, and aesthetics
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to take direction and work independently
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Fluency in English
- Availability for a full 6-month internship, starting in June 2025
Fendi Maison
The Fendi Maison was established by Adele and Edoardo Fendi in Rome in 1925. The opening of the first Fendi boutique – a handbag shop and fur workshop followed. Soon winning international acclaim, Fendi emerged as a brand renowned for its elegance, craftsmanship, innovation and style.
Called by the legendary five Fendi sisters, the collaboration with the late Karl Lagerfeld began back in 1965 and lasted 54 years. In 1992, Silvia Venturini Fendi seconded him in the Artistic Direction; in 1994, she is given the direction of Accessories and later of Menswear.
In 2000, the LVMH group acquires Fendi becoming in 2001 its majority shareholder. Appointed in 2020, Kim Jones held the role of Artistic Director of Couture and Womenswear until 2024. Since 2020, Delfina Delettrez Fendi, fourth generation of the Fendi family, is Artistic Director of Jewellery. Today Fendi is synonymous with quality, tradition, experimentation and creativity.
