Li & Fung

Merchandising Product Design Admin Intern

Li & Fung  •  Chicago, IL (Onsite)  •  4 hours ago
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Job Description

Are you a movement maker? Are you seeking new and exciting career opportunities?

Here is what you need to know about the job:

Are you a movement maker? Are you seeking an exciting opportunity to launch your career in home decor merchandising, product creation, and design?

Here is what you need to know about the job:

The Merchandising Admin Assistant Intern for the Miles Hard Goods Divisionplays a vital supportive role in bringing home decor products from concept to reality. Working closely with the creative and merchandising teams, this intern will gain hands-on experience in trend research, product development, design coordination,and day-to-day creative operations. This position is ideal for a proactive, detail-oriented student or recent graduate eager to learn the world of lifestyle fashion, design aesthetics, and client presentation from the ground up.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design & Trend Support:Assist the merchandising team in researching current home decor trends, sourcing inspiration, and putting together seasonal mood boards and color palettes.
  • Product Creation & Development:Support the lifecycle of product development by organizing design sketches, updating style sheets, and tracking fabric, materials, and finish selections.
  • Sample Management:Coordinate the logistics of product and decor samples. This includes unpacking new prototypes, styling/arranging them for review, labeling, and tracking approvals between design teams and vendors.
  • Artwork & Packaging Coordination:Assist in tracking product artwork timelines and gathering commercial packaging details, ensuring the visual branding matches the design vision.
  • Showroom & Presentation Prep:Help organize and prepare product specifications, visual presentation boards, and materials needed for client meetings and the tender process.
  • Cross-Functional Communication:Support clear follow-ups and communication between local creative teams, overseas development offices, and vendor designers.

Qualifications:

  • Current undergraduate student or recent graduate looking to gain experience in Merchandising, Interior Design, Fashion, Product Development,or a related creative field.
  • A strong eye for home decor trends, color, and textile aesthetics.
  • Exceptional organizational skills and razor-sharp attention to detail.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with a customer-centric mindset.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt quickly in a fast-paced, creative environment.
  • A collaborative team player with a positive, eager-to-learn attitude.
  • Technical Skills:Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook). Familiarity with visual platforms or design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva) is a strong plus.

Important Notice: Fraudulent Communications:It has come to our attention that there are people posing as representatives of Li & Fung. These imposters may offer false opportunities including fake employment offers and other fraudulent opportunities by email or other means of communication. Please beware of such fraudulent communications. If you are in doubt as to the legitimacy of any communications purportedly from Li & Fung, please verify with us by contacting LFHR@lifung.com.

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As an equal opportunity employer, we shall consider all applicants regardless of gender, age, religion, marital status, race, sexual orientation, disability, disease, pregnancy, or trade union and/or political affiliation, and disregard all factors deemed inappropriate by local law and the International Labor Organization’s Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work.

Li & Fung

About Li & Fung

As new technologies disrupt the way consumers and businesses interact, Li & Fung is reimagining and creating supply chains for the future. Through our innovative products and end-to-end supply chain solutions, we aim to expand the realm of what’s possible and create more value for more players along the supply chain. With our entrepreneurial spirit, we are using digital technologies to speed collaboration, drive innovation and enhance sustainability. We are dedicated to changing how the world works, and making life better for people everywhere.

Industry
Transportation & Logistics
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Hong Kong, HK
Year Founded
Unknown
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