WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
In this paid summer internship you will have an opportunity to gain real work experience in the world of fashion. You will gain the communication, accountability and professionalism basics to help jumpstart a successful career at Express.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintains daily operations of a specific merchant area
Collaborates with Merchant to execute the line through cross-functional partnerships
Gathers customer information and builds competitive intelligence that feeds the future Strategic View of the Line
Reviews and analyzes trade publications and other retailers to gain insight on fashion trends and styles
Maintains merchant reports/recaps
Sample management
Works with cross functional team to assess and monitor financial elements of the line plan with guidance of the merchandiser
Availability to intern full-time during Summer 2016
Currently enrolled in college or university
GPA of a 3.0 or above
Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment
Merchandising or Textiles & Clothing major or focus preferred
Previous retail experience preferred
Express is the sexy, sophisticated lifestyle fashion brand for every occasion: work, weekends, or nights on the town. Our brand is what's new and what's now for young fashion-forward men and women. We have over 620 retail and outlet stores throughout the United States, Puerto Rico, and Canada, as well as franchise stores in the Middle East, South Africa and Latin America. We also have a best-in-class online/mobile shopping experience at www.express.com which allows our customers to shop whenever/wherever they like. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, generous associate discount, casual work environment, onsite café and coffee bar, and the opportunity to connect and engage with some of the smartest, most passionate individuals in the apparel fashion business today. We're always looking for talented leaders at all levels to join our team; if this sounds like you, we'd love to talk!