Visual Merchandising & Retail Intern

Visual Merchandising & Retail Internship at Lavender Hill Farm
Summer 2025

Locations: Boyne City, MI & Downtown Petoskey, MI
Employment Type: Summer Internship
Reports To: Management and Owners

Are you passionate about retail, merchandising, and creating an engaging shopping experience?
Lavender Hill Farm, Michigan’s largest lavender farm, is seeking a creative and motivated Visual Merchandising & Retail Intern to join our team for the summer season.

About Us
Nestled near Charlevoix, Bay Harbor, Petoskey, and Boyne City, Lavender Hill Farm is a premier agritourism destination known for its stunning lavender fields, boutique shopping, live music, events, and year-round activities. Our small business environment allows interns to work closely with business owners and management, gaining hands-on experience that directly impacts daily operations.

What You'll Do
As a Visual Merchandising & Retail Intern, you will:
• Create and maintain visually engaging retail displays that align with the Lavender Hill Farm brand.
• Develop and implement sales strategies to promote products and enhance the guest shopping experience.
• Assist visitors by providing exceptional customer service, educating guests on products, and driving sales.
• Help maintain inventory organization, vendor receiving, and product restocking.
• Support marketing efforts by styling and staging products for promotional materials.
• Keep store environments clean, organized, and welcoming.
• Assist in other areas of the farm as needed, fostering a positive guest experience.

What We're Looking For
• A student or recent graduate in Hospitality, Marketing, Visual Merchandising, Retail Management, or a related field.
• A passion for merchandising, branding, and product styling.
• Strong customer service and sales experience (retail or food service preferred).
• Creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and with a team.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lift and move up to 40 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Experience in visual merchandising, inventory management, or marketing is a plus!

Internship Details
• Location: Lavender Hill Farm (Boyne City) & Downtown Petoskey Town Shop
• Duration: May through mid-August (possibility for extension)
• Schedule: Full-time, including weekends and occasional evenings
• Compensation: Paid internship with limited housing available

Why Lavender Hill Farm?
This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in retail merchandising and customer engagement while working in one of Michigan’s most scenic locations. Whether you’re curating displays, assisting guests, or styling products for marketing, your contributions will directly enhance the visitor experience.
We can’t wait to see how you’ll bring creativity and innovation to our boutique spaces!

Check Us Out!
Take a look at our socials to see what we’re all about!
TikTok: @LHFarmMi | Instagram: @LHFarmMI | Facebook: @LavenderHillFarmMichigan

To Apply
Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter detailing relevant experience to bfriday@lavenderhillfarm.com. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Lavender Hill Farm is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Summer 2025

Locations: Boyne City, MI & Downtown Petoskey, MI
Employment Type: Summer Internship
Reports To: Management and Owners

Are you passionate about retail, merchandising, and creating an engaging shopping experience?
Lavender Hill Farm, Michigan’s largest lavender farm, is seeking a creative and motivated Visual Merchandising & Retail Intern to join our team for the summer season.

About Us
Nestled near Charlevoix, Bay Harbor, Petoskey, and Boyne City, Lavender Hill Farm is a premier agritourism destination known for its stunning lavender fields, boutique shopping, live music, events, and year-round activities. Our small business environment allows interns to work closely with business owners and management, gaining hands-on experience that directly impacts daily operations.

What You'll Do
As a Visual Merchandising & Retail Intern, you will:
• Create and maintain visually engaging retail displays that align with the Lavender Hill Farm brand.
• Develop and implement sales strategies to promote products and enhance the guest shopping experience.
• Assist visitors by providing exceptional customer service, educating guests on products, and driving sales.
• Help maintain inventory organization, vendor receiving, and product restocking.
• Support marketing efforts by styling and staging products for promotional materials.
• Keep store environments clean, organized, and welcoming.
• Assist in other areas of the farm as needed, fostering a positive guest experience.

What We're Looking For
• A student or recent graduate in Hospitality, Marketing, Visual Merchandising, Retail Management, or a related field.
• A passion for merchandising, branding, and product styling.
• Strong customer service and sales experience (retail or food service preferred).
• Creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and with a team.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lift and move up to 40 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Experience in visual merchandising, inventory management, or marketing is a plus!

Internship Details
• Location: Lavender Hill Farm (Boyne City) & Downtown Petoskey Town Shop
• Duration: May through mid-August (possibility for extension)
• Schedule: Full-time, including weekends and occasional evenings
• Compensation: Paid internship with limited housing available

Why Lavender Hill Farm?
This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in retail merchandising and customer engagement while working in one of Michigan’s most scenic locations. Whether you’re curating displays, assisting guests, or styling products for marketing, your contributions will directly enhance the visitor experience.
We can’t wait to see how you’ll bring creativity and innovation to our boutique spaces!

Check Us Out!
Take a look at our socials to see what we’re all about!
TikTok: @LHFarmMi | Instagram: @LHFarmMI | Facebook: @LavenderHillFarmMichigan

To Apply
Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter detailing relevant experience to bfriday@lavenderhillfarm.com. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Lavender Hill Farm is an Equal Opportunity Employer.