Retail Design Intern

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The Regional VM / Retail Design Trainee will be part of the APAC Retail Design and Visual Merchandising Department supporting the function in providing layout/planning solutions & 3D renders supporting store openings and animations as well as Counter Updates for Travel Retail and Local Markets 

Her/his role is to effectively contribute through the design development and implementation for permanent counters/points of sale and events in compliance with the guidelines. She/He will consistently deliver in line with brand DNA design proposals fulfilling the latest guidelines and as per briefed/instructed by his/her manager. 

The incumbent will work closely their managers in keeping track that Design guidelines and deliverables are timely received and executed. 

He/She will be engaged working Counter projects and Project Management of Retail Space based on the needs. 

REPORTING STRUCTURE 

The Regional Retail Design Intern/ trainee will report to Asst. Retail Design Manager mentorship.  

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES 

CREATIVE 

• To elaborate/develop design proposals & renderings technical drawings in line with HQ Guidelines and the brief defined by Merchandising Commercial and Marketing teams. 

• Study adapt and implement guidelines to different markets needs. 

• Managing the project(s) as Project Leaders to ensure qualitative deliverables are being carried over from start to finish with supervision of respective reporting line manager.  

• Manage the development of CAD Library for Store Concepts  following the updates given by Global.  

OPERATIONAL 

• Work closely and supporting Hard Merchandising team/ Asst Retail Design Manager to ensure flawless execution of counters animations launches and permanent merchandising. 

• To supervise and review project execution from technical drawings development to installation: including sourcing sample validation prototyping and quality control. 

• Manage external suppliers (contractors agency  vendors etc) to ensure all collaterals are well ordered and/or produced in concurrent with the standard and guideline.  

• To manage the weekly newsletter provided by HQ and do readaptation on local / regional context across all region  cross function scope together with marketing team & Senior Manager.  

• Attend team meetings to gain insights into the strategic planning process as well as providing a thorough minutes of meeting  

Qualifications :

JOB REQUIREMENTS 

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an accredited program in Interior Design Architecture Visual Merchandising  Business Marketing and/or related field.  

• Able to commit full time internship for at least 6 months from Aug 2026 

• Ability to create communicate and implement consistent VM guidelines / Retail Design Guidelines set by Global. 

• Detail oriented & keen observer.  

• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage complexity. 

• Proficiency in design software such as SketchUp Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop Illustrator) or similar programs. Knowledge in AutoCAD is a plus.  

• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.  

• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively within a team environment.  

• Passionate to work in Luxury Industry with diverse cultural exposures and nationalities. 

Learning Outcome  

• Gain comprehensive experience on working in Retail Luxury Industry  

• Develop professional skills within a collaborative corporate setting.  

• Building a portfolio that demonstrates practical work experience relevant to future career ambition.  

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Intern