Winter 2026

Merchandising Product Design Intern

Hard Goods Division

Updated on 9/13/2026

Li & Fung

Li & Fung

5,001-10,000 employees

Global supply chain and sourcing solutions

No salary listed

Company Does Not Provide H1B Sponsorship

Chicago, IL, USA

In Person

Category
Product & Experience Design (1)
Required Skills
Adobe Creative Suite
Canva
Product Design
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Microsoft Outlook

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Requirements
  • Be a current undergraduate student or recent graduate seeking experience in merchandising, interior design, fashion, product development, or a related creative field.
  • Have a strong eye for home decor trends, color, and textile aesthetics.
  • Demonstrate strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Have strong written and verbal communication skills with a customer-centric mindset.
  • Be able to prioritize tasks and adapt quickly in a fast-paced, creative environment.
  • Collaborate effectively with a positive and eager-to-learn attitude.
  • Be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Outlook.
Responsibilities
  • Research current home decor trends, source inspiration, and assemble seasonal mood boards and color palettes.
  • Support the product development lifecycle by organizing design sketches, updating style sheets, and tracking fabric, material, and finish selections.
  • Coordinate product and decor sample logistics, including unpacking prototypes, styling and arranging samples for review, labeling, and tracking approvals between design teams and vendors.
  • Track product artwork timelines and gather commercial packaging details to ensure visual branding matches the design vision.
  • Organize and prepare product specifications, visual presentation boards, and materials for client meetings and the tender process.
  • Support follow-ups and communication among local creative teams, overseas development offices, and vendor designers.
Desired Qualifications
  • Familiarity with visual platforms or design software such as Adobe Creative Suite or Canva.

Li & Fung provides global supply chain and logistics solutions, focusing on sourcing goods from a network of suppliers and selling them to retailers worldwide. It operates in two segments—Services and Products—to create customized, end-to-end supply chain solutions for clients, from sourcing to delivery. Its products work by linking manufacturers to retailers through a unified platform of sourcing, logistics, and value-chain services, and by integrating e-commerce and strategic mergers to adapt to market changes. The company differentiates itself through an extensive global network, end-to-end capabilities, and the ability to tailor solutions to individual clients, acting as a connector across the global value chain. Its goal is to be a leading facilitator of global trade by providing integrated, flexible supply chain solutions that connect manufacturers with consumers.

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

Debt Financing

Total Funding

$475M

Headquarters

Hong Kong

Founded

1906

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What believers are saying

  • The July 2025 bond was oversubscribed nearly three times, showing creditor confidence.
  • Orrsum's 50 million annual sock output expands product depth and retail reach immediately.
  • C&C California licensing adds swim, sleep, and outerwear orders for Holiday 2026.

What critics are saying

  • The 8.375% February 2029 bond increases interest burden and refinancing pressure after 2025.
  • LF Logistics sale to Maersk stripped a major asset, reducing scale and integration leverage.
  • Aging apparel intermediation faces disintermediation if retailers source directly from factories.

What makes Li & Fung unique

  • Li & Fung spans sourcing, design, and distribution across 40 economies, not just freight.
  • Orrsum acquisition on July 18, 2025 deepens hosiery, underwear, and loungewear expertise.
  • JD.com and IFC partnerships embed digital sourcing and supply-chain finance into operations.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Hybrid Work Options

Company News

Appleby
Nov 19th, 2025
Li & Fung's $300M Bond, $650M Offer

Li & Fung, a Bermuda-incorporated B2B supply chain service provider, has launched a $300 million bond and a $650 million offer. The transaction was led by Appleby's Hong Kong Corporate Partner Judy Lee, with Citigroup Global Markets Limited, DBS Bank Ltd., and MUFG Securities EMEA PLC as Dealer Managers, and Sodali & Co Limited as the tender agent. This move highlights Appleby's strong position in the Debt Capital Markets practice across Asia.

Business News Australia
Nov 10th, 2025
Fabra raises $2.8M for 3D design platform

Fabra, a Sydney-based startup, has raised $2.8 million in pre-seed funding to launch the public beta of its web-based 3D design platform. The platform aims to democratize 3D product design by offering an intuitive, collaborative tool for creators and small brands, starting with fashion. Backed by investors like January Capital and Side Stage Ventures, Fabra plans to expand its capabilities and open a seed funding round to accelerate development.

Perfect Sourcing
Aug 2nd, 2025
Li & Fung Raises US$300M Amid Volatile Market, Signals Financial Strength - Perfect Sourcing — Latest Fashion, Apparel, Textile and Technology News

Li & Fung has successfully issued a US$300 million bond at an 8.375% coupon, maturing in February 2029, to refinance debt due in 2025. Despite global market volatility, the offering was oversubscribed nearly 3 times, with strong interest from institutional investors. Simultaneously, the company is repurchasing up to US$50 million...

Penske Media Corporation
Jul 18th, 2025
Li & Fung Acquires U.K.-based Orrsum, Leader in Hosiery, Loungewear and Underwear

It marks Li & Fung's first acquisition in over a decade.

World Textile Information Network (WTiN)
Jul 18th, 2025
Li & Fung acquires Orrsum

Hong Kong, China - 18 July, 2025 - Li & Fung today announced the acquisition of Orrsum, a UK-based leader in hosiery, underwear, and loungewear.