Visual Merchandising Intern, Fall 2026

KHAITE is a way of looking at the world. Shaped by formative encounters, cultural touchstones, and secret desires, this point of view comes to life through womenswear and accessories that find confidence in contrast. Each piece proposes a fresh balance of opposing elements- masculine and feminine, strength and softness, structure and fluidity- while embodying a signature sensuality and ease. 

Founded in 2016 by creative director Catherine Holstein and based in New York, KHAITE evolves with each season, building upon a foundation of robust yet polished items distinguished by exceptional materials, exquisite craftsmanship, and subtle yet striking details. 

We are looking for a Visual Merchandising Intern to join the KHAITE team for this Fall '26 Semester. This role will report to the Director, Visual Merchandising and will be based out of the NYC HQ offices. This internship is unpaid and for college credit only.

• →Support the Visual Merchandising team with the execution of seasonal store updates, window installations, and in-store merchandising initiatives.
• →Assist with preparing visual merchandising guidelines, floor plans, product stories, and presentation materials for retail locations.
• →Help coordinate product pulls, styling requests, and inventory organization to support store launches and visual updates.
• →Conduct store visits and provide feedback on visual standards, product presentation, and merchandising opportunities.
• →Support the preparation and execution of special events, activations, and retail experiences to ensure a cohesive brand presentation.
• →Research luxury retail trends, competitor environments, and visual storytelling techniques to provide insights and inspiration for future merchandising initiatives.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Passion for luxury retail and visual merchandising
• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills

• Currently enrolled for a Bachelor’s Degree
• Proficiency in MS Office Applications, including Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint as well as the Google Suite
• Prior internship or work experience in visual merchandising, retail, or merchandising. Luxury experience is preferred.

Please note: This job description does not list all the duties of the job. Employees may be asked by management to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time.

• Creativity ~ We are always imagining, never imitating.
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