Merchandising Summer Internship 2025

Description

We make the world a brighter, happier place through the power of fragrance.

This idea is what we were founded on, and it’s at the heart of everything we do. We’re a team that cares about our customers and believes in giving them a reason to celebrate with fragrance every day.

We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that is focused on delivering exceptional fragrances and experiences.

We work hard to improve our communities and our planet in a way that will make us proud for years to come...because we believe the world is a better place when everyone has access to the things that make them happy.

INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW:

Our internship program is a dynamic group of emerging, high potential rising university seniors who will have the opportunity to participate in a 10-week summer internship at the World’s Leading Fragrance Specialty Retailer.

This internship will provide the opportunity for a comprehensive view of the various functional areas within specialty retail. You will have the opportunity to work along-side and learn from BBW associates who will provide training, development and engagement of your function and our Brand.

Our internship program is a key driver of our early career talent pool through realistic job previews and meaningful projects and assignments. Inclusion means that your ideas and insights will be meaningful and valued in influencing our business. We are looking for interns to learn and support our business strategies through curiosity, a passion for retail and a can-do attitude. BBW interns will have the following development opportunities:

• Mentorship and career development
• Professional development workshops
• Functional and brand learning
• Networking, social and philanthropy opportunities with fellow interns and business associates to develop relationships with each other and key leaders within BBW

PROGRAM AREA:

Merchandising: Merchant insights are what inspire our business. From research to idea and concept to reality, our merchants are driven to deliver what our customers want now … and want next. Our merchants possess deep customer insights, understand the speed and agility necessary to compete and foster strong relationships with internal partners such as marketing, planning, development, and visual as well as outside vendors. Design, color, product assortment and placement – it’s all the little decisions that make a big difference in whether or not our customers say, “I’ll take it!” Internship opportunities are available for both Stores and Digital

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Execution of the product development process from conception to in-store/online launch
• Developing a line plan that represents the Brand and is aligned with the seasonal merchandise strategy
• Preparing competitive intelligence, customer intimacy, fashion radar and business analysis to achieve volume and profit goals
• Conducting in-depth financial research and analysis including sales, margin, inventory and mark-down analysis
• Maintaining sample status and quality
• Conducting in-store visits to gain customer and product insights

Qualifications

• University current juniors pursuing their bachelor’s degree and in good academic standing
• Must be able to work 40 hours per week during summer 2025
  • May 27th-August 1st (required dates) No extended PTO
• Computer fluency with programs such as Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel
• Innate curiosity and desire to learn, strong analytical and logical thinking skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Have a strong passion for retail

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous internship, customer service or leadership experience
• Ability to manage through conflict and problem-solve
• Strong communication and presentation skills; can concisely present complex information/recommendations in terms meaningful to various audiences
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment

TOTAL REWARDS PACKAGE FOR SUMMER INTERNS

• Competitive hourly wages
• Furnished housing or living stipend
  • Must meet eligibility requirements
• Personal days & Summer Fridays
• 40% Merchandise Discount
• Hybrid working (function dependent)
• Successful interns could be considered for a full-time job upon completion.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws. Please see links: Los Angeles Fair Chance In Hiring Ordinance, Philadelphia Fair Chance Law, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not make employment decisions based on an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status, and we comply with all laws concerning nondiscriminatory employment practices. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for associates and job applicants with disabilities. Our management team is dedicated to ensuring fulfillment of this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, associate activities and general treatment during employment. We only hire individuals authorized for employment in the United States. Application window will close when all role(s) are filled.