Visual Merchandising Intern

Job description

Founded in 1860 in Florence as a workshop, shop and subsequently school of watch-making, Panerai is renowned for producing high-precision instruments for the Italian Navy with a pulse on innovation and function. Protected by military secrets, these creations were only launched in the International market when the brand was acquired by Richemont Group in 1997.

Today, the Maison advances through cutting-edge research, sustainability, and empowering modern heroes with a team that passionately brings value to Panerai's distinctive mix of Italian spirit and Swiss watchmaking excellence.

Your mission

As Visual Merchandising Intern you will operatively support the Visual Merchandising department in all activities related to the development of central tools. You will ensure the correct implementation by managing the setup aligned with the commercial and Visual guidelines of the Brand across the worldwide Panerai network (including internal and external boutiques), as well as for wholesalers/dealers, hotels, and local events. The role is based in Milan.

How will you make an impact?

As Visual Merchandising Intern, you will support the Senior Visual Merchandiser by:

• Creating 3D VM visualizations with Rhinoceros.
• Supporting the development of VM corporate seasonal guidelines.
• Guaranteeing Brand Image consistency worldwide, according to the guidelines issued by HQ centrally, to optimize spaces and to emphasize products.
• Developing Visual Merchandising renderings.
• Developing images and merchandising tools for Retail and Wholesale (for key Animations and Institutional set up in point of sales).
• Creating Visual Merchandising Guidelines.

How will you experience success?

• Bachelor’s Degree in Design, Graphic Design, Communication, or Fashion.
• Opportunity to activate a curricular internship in partnership with a university or master's program.
• Highly organized, accurate, and precise, with a strong results-oriented and service-focused approach.
• Strong sensitivity to visual aesthetics, refined taste, and creativity.
• Demonstrated interest in luxury brands and design.
• Flexible and dynamic, with the ability to interact effectively in a multicultural environment.
• Fluent in English; French proficiency is a significant advantage.
• Excellent command of Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) and advanced proficiency in design software including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Cinema 4D, and Rhino.

What makes our Maison different and unique?

• Join a dynamic Maison spirit that values and empowers your unique skills and contributions.
• Thrive within enriching communities built on genuine care, continuous improvement, and efficient accountability.
• Collaborate across borders and cultures, gaining invaluable international experience.
• Embark on a fulfilling career journey within Panerai and across the Richemont Group.

Your journey with us

• 1st Stage – After your application has been selected, our recruitment team will reach out to you within 2 weeks to conduct an introductory call
• 2nd Stage – Interview with the Recruiter and the Line Manager
• 3rd Stage – Interview with the Senior HR Manager and the Visual Merchandising Director

Panerai is an equal opportunities employer ensuring that all applicants are treated equally and fairly throughout our recruitment process. We want to offer an inclusive environment of mutual respect, and we are determined that no applicant experiences discrimination based on gender, gender expression, disability, origin, background, religious beliefs or sexual orientation or any other basis protected by law.

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