Intern, Merchandising - Ann Taylor

Brand Overview:
ascena is a leading national specialty retailer offering apparel, shoes, and accessories for women through our brands Ann Taylor, LOFT, and Lou & Grey, Lane Bryant and Cacique. We operate ecommerce websites and over 1200 stores throughout the United States.

Ready to apply? We currently have an opportunity for a Intern, Merchandising - Ann Taylor to join our team located at our Times Square Tower-ANN-New York, NY 10036.

Position Overview:

2023 ascena Summer Internship Program

Experience is Everything

Ascena is a leading national specialty retailer offering apparel, shoes, and accessories for women through our brands Ann Taylor, LOFT, Lane Bryant and Cacique. We operate ecommerce websites and over 1,200 stores throughout the United States.

MERCHANDISING SUMMER INTERNSHIP - Ann Taylor

Creative. Analytical. Collaborative.

The Merchandising Intern will assist the merchandising team with the development and execution of departmental seasonal strategies, maintenance of assortment sheets and compiling of reports. The intern will support the team with the purchase order process, preparation for key PLC meetings and maintenance of samples. The intern will develop a clear understanding of the customer and the competition and assists through the entire product life cycle process.

QUALIFICATIONS

• An eye for trend and passion for the fashion / retail industry
• Experience working in Excel (Pivot Tables, V Lookups)
• Exposure to weekly selling reports and costing
• Excellent communication skills and a demonstrated ability to multi-task

PROGRAM DETAILS

The ascena Summer Internship Program welcomes top university students and recent graduates to join our team and kick-start their career in retail. This immersive experience offers Interns the opportunity to explore the fashion industry while developing the skills and behaviors necessary to succeed in a fast-paced environment. During this competitively paid, 10-week program, Interns will gain insights into to the business through practical hands-on experience, dynamic learning and development opportunities, exposure to industry leaders and participation in a collaborative team project.

APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS

• Recent college graduate (Class of 2023) or rising Senior (Class of 2024)
• Resume
• Ability to independently secure housing in commutable distance to office location

• Available June 5 - August 11, 2023

The salary for this role is $20/hr.

Location:
Times Square Tower-ANN-New York, NY 10036Position Type:
Intern (Fixed Term) (Trainee)/Full time

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company is committed to hiring and developing the most qualified people at all levels. It is our policy in all personnel actions to ensure that all associates and potential associates are evaluated on the basis of qualifications and ability without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability that can reasonably be accommodated without undue hardship, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected classification under federal, state, or local law. We do not discriminate in any of our employment policies and practices. All associates are expected to follow these principles in all relationships with other associates, applicants, or others with whom we do business.