Internships: Follett Corporate Merchandise Buying, Marketing, Finance, Merchandise Planning - Westchester, IL

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

Internship: Merchandise Buyer Intern - Minneapolis, MN - Target

buyer graduate intern

apply nowjob id bra000b0ldate posted 01/15/2016location minneapolis, minnesota – united states

Description:

JOIN US AS A MERCHANDISE BUYER INTERN

Similar Industry Titles and Key Words: Brand Manager, Associate Brand Manager, General Management

Use your skills, experience and talents to be a part of groundbreaking thinking and visionary goals.  As a Merchandise Buyer you'll take the lead as you…

• Gain valuable general management skills while learning about a career in Merchandising while working on projects of significant value and importance to the business
• Work cross-functionally with Merchandise Planning, Marketing/Advertising, Sourcing, Finance, Distribution, and Stores as well as many other experts throughout the organization to drive your project to completion.
• Participate in the day-to-day activities of a Buyer, developing business strategies, marketing plans and merchandise assortments to drive profitable sales and see how our Merchandising teams make key financial decisions for their businesses that provide our guests with great value, quality and style.
• Gain broad exposure to many aspects of Merchandising such as: product development, packaging innovation, multicultural marketing, private label development, and import and sourcing initiatives.
• 10 week, project based internship program where you will drive results by collaborating cross functionally, and utilizing forward-thinking solutions and innovative approaches
• Participate in specialized leadership development training exclusive to those in the MBA internship and work closely with a cohort group of peers.

Requirements

• MBA in progress with 5 to 7 years of previous work experience
• Interested in a career in general management or brand management
• Entrepreneurial spirit with strong analytical, decision-making, and organization skills
• Creative problem-solving and risk-taking skills
• Ability to balance strategic thinking and attention to detail
• Superior leadership skills with enthusiasm, initiative and a passion for results

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Internship: Merchandising Summer 2016 - Charlotte, NC - Belk

Summer 2016 Internship: Merchandising

Charlotte, NC, United States

Job Id#: 8164

Date published: 1-Sep-2015

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Position Summary:

Belk Internship Program: Merchandising

Belk, Inc. is the nation’s largest privately owned and operated department store company with approximately 300 Belk stores and 23,000 associates located in 16 states with revenues of $4 billion and growing. Recently named in Stores Magazine as one of the Top 50 online retailers, we are also philanthropic and provided over $19.0 million in support to local communities, education initiatives, and breast cancer. In 2013, we proudly celebrated our 125^th anniversary with a continued commitment to our mission, “To satisfy the modern Southern lifestyle like no one else, so that our customers get the fashion they desire and the value they deserve.” We are investing heavily in our business and are looking for talented people to join our diverse and inclusive Belk team.

Belk Internship Program Overview:

Belk Interns (BIP’s) are the rock stars of their field.  From Retail Management and Merchandising to Corporate roles such as Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, E-Commerce, Human Resources, Creative and Communications, Belk is committed to investing in college students to spend the summer interning with us.  The Belk Internship program is a comprehensive development program which exposes you to executive-level subject matter experts while focusing on hands-on work experience.

Merchandising Opportunities:

The Merchandising Internship program is an intensive 10 week development program created to provide hands on training in the areas of Buying, Planning, Product Development or E-Commerce.  As an intern, you will participate in a variety of instructor led workshops, project assignments and business overviews to prepare you for an exciting career in Merchandising.  

What’s in it for you?

·         Learn how to manage a multi-million dollar business and drive the profitability of your buying office/department

·         Analyze fashion and business trends while comparing location sales to highlight inventory successes and opportunities

·         Shop retail market to identify assortment, incoming trends and pricing opportunities based on competitive landscape

·         Prepare materials for merchant line review.  Assist in recapping, finalizing, and communicating style placement to cross functional development teams, agents and vendors

·         Providing business support through report generation and analysis of business results

·         Support and Participate in assortment planning, seasonal financial planning and store planning

·         Get exposure to senior executives in the corporate organization and in stores

·         Invest in a career with a highly successful family owned company that has been in business for over 125 years and has a commitment to diversity, the development of our people and giving back to the communities in which it serves

Where you can go

Our goal is to show you a career path where you can become the Buyer/Planner/Product Manager/Web Merchant of a multi-million dollar business.  Through the Belk Internship program, Belk will give you the foundations needed to become a successful Executive in an environment where you can manage your career, influence change and drive the business.

Qualifications:

• Current undergraduate student with a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale; preferred 3.2 GPA

• Graduation Date between December 2016 and June 2017

• Demonstrated leadership and communication skills

• Strong work ethic, attention to detail and customer centric mentality

• Technically competent with an emphasis in MS Office

Internship Logistics

·         10 week, paid internship based in Charlotte, NC

·         Start date: June 2016

·         Interns are responsible for their own housing, transportation and meals

Internship: Merchant Omni Buying/Planning - Macy's

Macy’s Merchant Omni Buying/Planning Internship

New York, New York

Job Overview: 

Macy’s Merchant Omni Buying/Planning teams are directly responsible for the merchandise assortment and strategy in all Macy’s stores and e-commerce websites. A Macy’s Merchant Omni Buying/Planning Internship allows you to explore the dynamics of managing a multi-million dollar business within a corporate retail setting. As a Merchant Omni Buying/Planning intern, you’ll benefit from a structured 8-week program designed to develop your business acumen and leadership skills through a combination of classroom learning, workshops, and real-world assignments.

Essential Functions:

• Assist with development of merchandise assortment offered in stores and on the macys.com website.
• Perform analytically complex assignments.
• Build constructive and collaborative relationships with colleagues and vendors.   
• Assist with procurement, product development, vendor partnerships, assortment planning, financial analysis, localization planning, advertising, allocation, and replenishment.  
• Perform data analysis and make recommendations impacting sales and profitability.
• Regular, dependable attendance & punctuality.

Qualifications:

Education/Experience:      

• Rising senior at an accredited university. A minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA is preferred. All majors will be considered for this opportunity.

Communication Skills: 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to read, write, and interpret instructional documents such as reports and procedure manuals.

Mathematical Skills: 

• Strong business acumen with the ability to analyze data and draw conclusions. Above average quantitative skills preferred.

Reasoning Ability:

• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Physical Demands:

• This position involves extended periods of sitting and the extensive use of computer and the office equipment. May involve stooping, kneeling, or crouching. Involves close vision, color vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

Other skills: 

• Demonstrated leadership skills, assertiveness, and intellectual curiosity.

Work Hours: 

• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on department and store/company needs.

Go to http://www.macyscollege.com/JobSearch/JobListing/COR01917 for more info.

This job description is not all inclusive. In addition, Macy's, Inc. reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. Macy’s, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Internship: Retail Management - General Headquarters - Merchandise & Planning - Nordstrom

NORDSTROM 2016 INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

Nordstrom is a great place to start your career. We offer a variety of internship programs, all of which will give you hands-on experience. You’ll learn our business, earn a competitive salary and receive an awesome merchandise discount.

LEARN THE ART (AND BUSINESS) OF THE SALE 

Designed to start your career fast and move you directly into an assistant department manager role, our Retail Management Internship includes hands-on selling experience. 

Location: U.S. and Canada.

THAT CAREER WOULD GO PERFECTLY WITH YOUR SHOES 

As a part of our General Headquarters Internship—which includes Marketing, Product Development, Finance and eCommerce—you’ll work on strategic projects, interact with leaders and get an intensive look at what it takes to bring our shopping experience to life. 

Location: Seattle, Washington.

BUY, BUY, BUY…SELL, SELL, SELL 

In the Merchandising & Planning Internship, you’ll work side-by-side with the talented people who buy and plan the product we carry in our Nordstrom stores, the Rack and online. You’ll learn what it takes to bring trend-making fashion to our customers. Students who successfully complete this internship may be offered a role in our Merchant-in-Training program. 

Location: Seattle, Washington. 

WHERE BUSINESS AND FASHION MERGE 

In our MBA Internship, you’ll tackle strategic initiatives focused on your area of expertise while working side-by-side with Nordstrom leaders. MBA summer interns are eligible to be hired into our two-year Leadership Rotation Program to gain multiple experiences throughout the company. Open to first-year MBA students. 

Location: Seattle, Washington. 

TECHNOLOGY AS FORWARD AS FASHION 

As part of our Technology Internship, you’ll get hands-on experience with coding, trouble shooting and automation on diverse projects, including mobile apps, web technology and infrastructure automation. Open to active college students. 

Location: Seattle, Washington. 

NOW, THE FINE PRINT 

Unless noted, our programs are open to active college students who are enrolled in accredited institutions and applicable degree programs, and will graduate in 2016 or 2017. They must also be able to commit to a full-time schedule. We’ll begin accepting applications for our Technology Internship in October and all others in December. Visit careers.nordstrom.com or email studentcenter@nordstrom.com with questions. 

Nordstrom is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a diverse environment.