Visual Merchandising Intern

KENS Apothecary; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 8,900 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

KENS Apothecary in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Visual Merchandising Intern to support in-store initiatives across our retail outlets. You will gain hands-on experience in retail design implementation, store setup, and maintaining brand visual consistency alongside the design and operations teams.

You will assist with displays, window and layout planning, and participate in site visits and visual refreshes. The role offers exposure to mock-ups, basic design layouts, and collaboration with vendors

Qualifications

• Pursuing a diploma or degree in a design-related field (e.g. Interior Design, Visual Merchandising, Graphic Design).
• Own transportation and willing to travel for site visits.
• Basic to intermediate proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator.
• Knowledge of 3ds Max or other 3D visualization software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, setup, and execution of visual merchandising displays for retail stores.
• Support store layout planning, window displays, and in-store visual arrangements per brand guidelines.
• Participate in site visits, store setups, and visual refreshes.
• Assist in preparing visual presentation materials, mock-ups, and basic design layouts.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors during store setup and maintenance.
• Support documentation of visual merchandising standards and completed setups.

Skills

Retail design interest

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Communication skills

Education

Design diploma/degree

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

3ds Max

Job description

KENS Apothecary is dedicated to providing exceptional retail experiences through innovative design and visual merchandising. Our mission is to create a unique shopping environment that reflects our brand values and engages our customers.

About the Role

The Visual Merchandising Intern will support the design and execution of in-store visual merchandising initiatives across KENS Apothecary retail outlets. This role provides hands-on exposure to retail design implementation, store setup, and brand visual consistency, working closely with the design and operations team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning, setup, and execution of visual merchandising displays for retail stores
• Support store layout planning, window displays, and in-store visual arrangements in accordance with brand guidelines
• Participate in site visits, store setups, and visual refreshes
• Assist in preparing visual presentation materials, mock-ups, and basic design layouts
• Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors during store setup and maintenance
• Support documentation of visual merchandising standards and completed setups

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Diploma or Degree in any design-related field (e.g. Interior Design, Visual Merchandising, Graphic Design, Industrial Design, or related disciplines)
• Possess own transportation and willing to travel for site visits
• Basic to intermediate proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator
• Knowledge of 3ds Max or other 3D visualisation software will be an added advantage

Required Skills

• Strong interest in retail design and visual merchandising
• Good eye for detail, aesthetics, and spatial arrangement
• Willingness to learn, adaptable, and able to work in a fast-paced retail environment
• Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team

Preferred Skills

• Strong interest in retail design and visual merchandising
• Good eye for detail, aesthetics, and spatial arrangement
• Willingness to learn, adaptable, and able to work in a fast-paced retail environment
• Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team

Equal Opportunity Statement

KENS Apothecary is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.