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Communication & Interior Design Interns (4 - 6 months)

CompanyIkano-Retail
LocationPetaling Jaya
Work ModeOn Site
PostedApril 1, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Interns will support the creation of inspiring room settings and home furnishing solutions, assist with space planning, design ideas, and store layout updates. They will also help in creating attractive product displays, visual merchandising concepts, and in-store graphics.
Internship Type
intern
Company Size
343
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
At Ikano, our vision is to create possibilities for better living. We are an international group of companies with around 8,000 co-workers in 11 countries, active within real estate, production, insurance, data analytics and retail. Ikano Group was established in 1988 and is owned by the Kamprad family. We are guided by our mission to simplify the many people’s lives and we do this by working together to create relevant, affordable and sustainable solutions based on fair terms.
About the Role

Company Description

The IKEA vision is to create a better everyday life for the many people. We do this by offering a wide range of well-designed, functional home furnishing products at prices so low that as many people as possible can afford them. We operate in Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand – and have an ambitious expansion plan to bring a little bit of Sweden to new markets in the region. We are part of the Ikano Group of companies and the only IKEA franchisee owned by the Kamprad family that founded IKEA.

We also develop, own and operate Shopping Centres that are anchored by IKEA and create walkable communities by including residential, office and other types of real estate in our development plans.

We work towards making sustainability a natural part of our everyday work. We are active in our communities, driving and supporting social initiatives that benefit children, women, and the environment.

Job Description

Are you passionate about design, creativity, and inspiring people through great home furnishing solutions? Join our team and gain hands-on experience in creating engaging retail environments that inspire our customers every day.

Interior Design Intern

  • Support the creation of inspiring room settings and home furnishing solutions in the store.
  • Assist with space planning, design ideas, and store layout updates.

Visual Merchandising Intern

  • Support the team in creating attractive product displays and visual merchandising concepts.
  • Assist in implementing seasonal themes and store display installations.

Graphic Communication Intern

  • Assist in creating and updating in-store graphics, signage, and communication materials.
  • Support visual communication to ensure clear and inspiring customer guidance in the store.

Qualifications

Who we are looking for

  • Students pursuing Interior Design, Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Visual Merchandising, Industrial Design, or related creative fields.
  • Passionate about design, creativity, and home furnishing.
  • Curious, hands-on, and eager to learn in a fast-paced retail environment.
  • Able to commit for around 4 to 6 months or more, allowing you to fully experience store design projects and see your ideas come to life.

Additional Information

  • When applying, kindly indicate your preferred internship role and the duration of your internship in your resume or cover letter, and include your academic transcript with your application.
  • Please apply by 17 April 2026.
  • Department: Interior Design & Visual Merchandising
  • Key Skills
    Interior DesignGraphic DesignVisual CommunicationVisual MerchandisingCreativitySpace PlanningDesign IdeasStore LayoutProduct DisplaysSeasonal ThemesIn-Store GraphicsSignageCommunication MaterialsCustomer GuidanceHands-On ExperienceRetail Environment
    Categories
    Creative & MediaRetailArt & Design