Intern - Visual Merchandising

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A place where heritage and creativity are infused with the values of care, passion, entrepreneurship and excellence. A place where dedicated and diverse professionals each contribute to an inspiring and unique environment. A place for careers to grow and flourish and where our sustainable foundation nourishes talents and futures.

LA PRAIRIE. CREATE A BEAUTIFUL IMPACT.

Zurich, CH, 8008

Temporary - full-time

As a Visual Merchandising Intern, you will support the Global Visual Merchandising team in the development and execution of impactful VM projects across skincare and make‑up categories. You will report directly to the Global Visual Merchandising Manager and work closely with the Global Head of Visual Merchandising, contributing to the creation of global VM guidelines, launch animations, and storytelling experiences aligned with the international marketing calendar and regional business needs.

This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience within an international luxury beauty environment while participating in the creation of innovative and inspiring retail experiences worldwide.

• Development of Global Visual Merchandising guidelines and toolkits in InDesign, including VM descriptions, technical layouts, and staging instructions for international markets
• Assist in the preparation and coordination of weekly regional follow‑ups with local teams
• Assist in the development of launch scenographies for windows, podiums, counters, and outposts across different retail environments
• Support in the creation of launch, corporate, and storytelling VM concepts through 3D renderings and visual layouts
• Coordinate projects with external agencies, suppliers, and 3D modelers
• Support the Store Design team in the design and development of new store openings
• Collaborate with Store Design and rest of Retail teams, Creative Studio, and Marketing teams on VM and retail projects
• Conduct competitive and trend research to inspire and support the VM team
• Organise and archive VM assets, technical files, and guidelines

• Currently pursuing or recently completed studies in Design, Architecture, Interior Design, Visual Merchandising, or a related creative field
• Fluent in English and comfortable working in an international environment
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator, MS Office, and AUTOCAD. 3D design software such as 3ds Max is a plus.
• Passionate about the beauty and luxury industry, with a strong interest in skincare and make‑up.
• Knowledge of scenography, POSM production, graphic printing, or exhibition design is considered a plus
• Strong creative sensibility with attention to aesthetics and detail
• Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment and meeting deadlines
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Curious, adaptable, and eager to learn within a dynamic global team

1 August 2026

6 months

• Health Insurance Contribution: Enjoy a monthly contribution towards your health insurance.
• Generous Leave Policy: Benefit from 20 days of annual leave, plus an additional 8.5 days off (available for HQ employees).
• Flexible Work Arrangements: Embrace a balanced work‑life with the option to work from home up to two days a week.
• Exclusive Product Discounts: Access special discounts on La Prairie products and participate in Employee‑Only Sales at our exclusive Employee Boutique.
• Skill Development Opportunities: Benefit from unlimited access to La Prairie’s “Skill Care” program, tailored to enhance your skills and support your professional growth, along with access to the Linked In Learning platform for additional learning resources.
• Career Mobility Opportunities: Explore internal and international mobility options within the Beiersdorf Group.
• Employee Referral Bonuses: Earn bonuses for referring talented individuals to join our team.

At La Prairie we work on creating a diverse & inclusive culture by having a balanced population and an open, safe, trusting and accepting culture. We believe that diversity in our talents is the strength of our House and we are supporting professional equality for everyone. We welcome applicants with and from diverse background.