Internship: Crate & Barrel - Scottsdale, AZ

Fashion Square Store Internship
CRATE & BARREL 308 reviews - Scottsdale, AZ
Full-time, Temporary, Internship

Job Description  If you’re starting your senior year of college/university seeking work experience in the real world, the Crate and Barrel Store Internship program is a fun way to begin your career in retail. Throughout your internship, you’ll be immersed in the hands-on basics of sales, as well as, gain leadership and teamwork experience in customer service, visual merchandising, and operations. And your internship can be more than a great paid opportunity and a fabulous discount. Because we like to promote from within, internships have historically been a great “in” to a Crate and Barrel career. The program is paid, full-time and runs for 10 weeks. INTERNSHIP DESCRIPTION:  Maximize company sales growth and profitability through developing strong experiences in all business areas, including sales,store operations, and merchandising with an emphasis on selling , customer service and teamwork. Support store sales and service goals as communicated by the store management team. Lead by example and support store management in holding self and others accountable for store profitability. Develop and demonstrate company standards in selling, customer service, visual merchandising and teamwork. Develop, share and apply product expertise. Master a complete understanding of and comply with all store processes. Assist the sales manager or sales team lead with ensuring product and displays on sales floor are stocked appropriately and available for customer to purchase. Work closely with sales/stock associates, store designer or visual merchant and management team to maintain the sales area, including merchandise and physical space. Engage in, maintain and support store safety standards and training. Possess a complete understanding of applicable company systems, policies and procedures. Actively engage customers and remain attentive to customer needs. Model and reinforce company customer service standards. Support and model excellent service by exhibiting a positive attitude and enthusiasm toward the job and the company to both internal and external customers in all forms of communication. Gain full understanding of various teams (management, visuals, operations, housewares/furniture sales and customer service) through weekly rotations. Actively participate in store meetings, inventory and training sessions. Promote a strong sense of teamwork by working together effectively, respectfully and efficiently with all associates. Develop and create a business plan as a final project to be scheduled for a presentation. Required Skills Must be entering Senior year of College or University High school diploma/GED or equivalent preferred Customer service or retail experience a plus Ability to work at other store locations Must be available throughout entire internship program Good reading and written language skills (English), good communication skills, basic arithmetic, interpersonal skills, telephone presence data entry skills Ability to move/or lift up to 65lbs; heavier merchandise with team assist Enthusiasm and desire to learn Must be able to work a flexible schedule including one weekend day and one weekday evening The job description and other aspects of the job listed on this job posting should not be construed to contain every function/responsibility that may be required to be performed by an associate in this job. Associates are required to perform other related functions as assigned. Crate and Barrel  » View or apply to job

Internship: Nordstrom Visual Merchandiser - Scottsdale, AZ

Visual Merchandiser Internship - Scottsdale Fashion Square Nordstrom  Scottsdale, AZ 85254  Internship - 275363 We’re a specialty retailer offering the very best of what’s next in fashion for men, women and children since 1901. A day in the life… As a Visual Merchandiser intern, you’ll play a dual role — part dedicated student, part visual expert. In this 8 week internship, you’ll… Learn the art and business of visual merchandising through hands-on experience building store visual displays and window presentations, and the rest of your time learning business and management skills in a variety of settings Hone your production skills by installing and removing presentations, including propping, mannequins and lighting Share your knowledge and excitement about fashion by creating promotional displays that show off our latest merchandise for in-store events as well as individual departments Develop your eye for detail regarding design, composition, merchandising and quality Be a productive member of your team by educating departments on styling tables, back walls and merchandising Ensure compliance of corporate signage programs and proper safety guidelines Earn a competitive wage and fabulous employee discount Plan and implement all store campaigns and activities together with the store team Train, coach and give daily feedback on garment presentation to the store staff Help the store make a great first impression on our customers every day You own this if you… Are graduating from college in 2017 or 2018 Have experience in merchandising and visual styling Are all about setting and meeting goals Consider ladders and power tools as part of your normal day Build great relationships through stellar communication and follow-through Thrive in a fast-paced environment thanks to your ace organizational skills and ability to quickly learn new processes and procedures Are able to work independently while still working within a team environment Have flexibility to work additional and/or different hours based on changing needs of the business – including additional training and intern meetings We’ve got you covered… We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, vision and dental coverage, a fabulous merchandise discount, an employer-matched 401(k) plan and much more. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a diverse environment. This job description is intended to describe the general nature of the work employees can expect within this particular job classification. It is certainly not a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required for this job. No visa sponsorship is available. Nordstrom will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements. Date Posted 01/27/2017, 6:29:57 PM Location United States-Arizona-Scottsdale » View or apply to job

Internship: Zappos! - Merchandising Assistant Summer Intern - Las Vegas, NV

Who are we? 

To ensure customers buy what we sell, our merchandisers do everything from writing POs, managing inventory, forecasting sales, and building strong vendor relations all within their very own product portfolios.  

What will you do? 
This isn’t your typical introduction to the merchandising/buying process! As a merchandising assistant intern, you’ll wear many hats . . . everything from assisting in facilitating vendor appointments (selecting products, negotiating discounts, and taking part in marketing discussions) to planning team outings! We are looking for highly motivated individuals who have a passion for the industry and view this role as a stepping stone to a buyer career. We provide the stone . . . you provide the step! The majority of time spent in this position will be assisting with the buying process.

The CliffsNotes: 
• Order writing 
• Inventory analysis 
• Inventory management 
• Product selection 
• Product categorization 
• Invoice reconciliation 
• Vendor communication 

Are you a match? 
• A strong passion for buying! And if you have some knowledge about buying and the merchandising industry, we’re okay with that too! 
• Organized, detail oriented, and ability to multitask. 
• Passionate about customer service. 
• Ideal candidate will have relevant retail experience. 
• Proficient computer skills; knowledgeable on Excel, Word and PowerPoint. 
• A desire to make work fun and enjoyable. 
• Excellent follow-up and documentation skills. 
• Strong organizational and time management skills. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (verbal and written). 
• Internet savvy, familiarity with e-commerce. 
• Must have a sense of urgency, be self-motivated, and be proactive. 
• Friendly, polite, professional, and flexible. 
• Ability to problem solve. 
• Normal working business hours are Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 
• Must be willing to relocate to Las Vegas, NV for the summer of 2017 (did we mention we have some sweet housing lined up?!). 

Team fun fact:  
We host a quarterly happy hour/meeting where we get to recognize the hard work of our merchandising teams. At this happy hour, we announce all of our recent promotions and give out awards. We always have a fun theme for the meeting where everyone dresses up! The last theme was red, white, and blue!

Application Deadline: February 3, 2017 -  please go to this website to apply!

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Internship: Nordstrom 2017 Merchandise & Planning Internship - Seattle, WA