Corporate Internship Summer 2024 (All Majors)

Job Description

Location: Secaucus, New Jersey Job Summary: Make our PLACE yours and come grow with us!
We are looking for really motivated students ready to work and learn.
Being a part of our team takes collaboration and hard work. We offer internships in Design, Global Merchandising, Marketing, Global Sourcing, Logistics, IT, Finance, Strategic Partnerships, Inventory Management, Legal, Responsible Sourcing, Store Operations.

The Children’s Place was founded in Hartford, Connecticut in 1969 by David Pulver and Clinton Clark. They began by selling toys, apparel and accessories before deciding that apparel had the most growth potential.

By the early 1980s, The Children’s Place was repositioned as a specialty retailer of children’s apparel for newborns to pre-teens and began offering private label merchandise as well as branded product.

In 2019, The Children’s Place purchased the rights to the Gymboree brand and in early 2020, launched product in select stores and online. This iconic brand features colorful designs in playful, bow-to-toe collections that celebrate childhood and help families look their best for any occasion. In late 2021, the Sugar & Jade brand was launched featuring collections tailored to celebrate tween girls’ individuality. In late 2022, the PJ Place brand was launched as a one-stop pajama destination for all ages, including adults. Together, our four brands support growing families across every demographic with apparel that builds confidence and promotes inclusivity.
Responsibilities: Responsibilities: In addition to gaining hands on experience in your department, other highlights of the program include:

• 10 week paid program
• Hands on experience learning our systems and processes
• Formal training sessions such as: Microsoft Outlook, Excel & Teams, Resume Building & Interview Skills, Diversity Equity & Inclusion, and In Store Experience
• Exposure to the Senior Leadership Team through Q & A Sessions
• Participation in community service events with our philanthropic partners

Requirements:

• Available to work full-time, 36 hours per week for 10 uninterrupted weeks in the summer (June 4, 2024 to August 9, 2024)
• Must be a rising Senior at start time of internship program
• Student must be authorized to work in the United States and not require sponsorship current or future
• Passion for the Retail industry

Qualifications:

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Is a team player and can also work independently
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Highly proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite) with the ability to quickly learn technical applications and processes