Merchandising Internship Program - Summer 2024

Job Description

TITLE: Merchandising Internship - Summer 2024

POSITION SUMMARY:

As a Merchandising Intern at AEO, Inc. you will be partnered with a Merchant in either of our two brands and spend 10 weeks learning what it takes to create, edit and produce the assortment that ends up in stores. Merchants act as the hub of the wheel and project manage an assortment from initial concept, through design, onto production and ultimately into our customers’ shopping bags. This role requires not only a passion for retail and trend, but also a very strong analytical and business acumen. If you love trends, but have a passion for business, this is the role for you.

TRAINING OVERVIEW:

• Interns will be placed in Merchandising within a specific brand/product category
• On-the-Job training with assignments guided by an individual Mentor
• Classroom learning
• Individual and group projects incorporating both product and financials
• Roundtables with top level executives
• Bi-weekly self-evaluations to understand progress throughout program
• Pre-planned events around Pittsburgh, PA or New York, NY to get to know the cities that AEO loves to call home!
Opportunity for a full time offer into the Assistant Merchant Training Program after successful completion of the 10 week internship program

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Students are eligible after they have completed their junior year at a 4 year college or university
• Preferred majors include a Business Related Degree
• Minimum 3.0 GPA required
• Required to complete a project during the interview process
• Required to pass an Advanced Retail Math Test during interview process
• Passion for retail and knowledge of the AEO Inc. family of brands
• Understanding of trends and how they relate to the AE/aerie customer
• Strong business acumen through classes, internships or prior work experience
• Strong organizational, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, and presentation skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated collaborative skills and ability to work well within a team
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment
• Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting
• High degree of proficiency MS Office Suite, specifically Excel
Interns are expected to be local to the AEO Home Office in Pittsburgh, PA or New York, NY for 10 weeks from June - August 2024

PAY/BENEFITS INFORMATION:

• Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to relevant experience and location.
• Subject to eligibility requirements, associates may receive health care benefits (including medical, vision, and dental); wellness benefits; 401(k) retirement benefits; life and disability insurance; employee stock purchase program; paid time off; paid sick leave; and parental leave and benefits.
Paid Time Off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level and type, job location, employment classification (part-time or full-time / exempt or non-exempt), and years of service.
• AEO may also provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives at its discretion.

American Eagle - We're an American jeans and apparel brand that's true in everything we do. Rooted in authenticity, powered by positivity, and inspired by our community – we welcome all and believe that putting on a really great pair of #AEjeans gives you the freedom to be true to you. Because when you're at your best, you put good vibes out there, and get good things back in return. AE. True to you. American Eagle Outfitters® (NYSE: AEO) is a leading global specialty retailer offering high-quality, on-trend clothing, accessories and personal care products at affordable prices under its American Eagle® and Aerie® brands. The company operates stores in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Hong Kong, and ships to 81 countries worldwide through its websites. American Eagle and Aerie merchandise also is available at more than 200 international locations operated by licensees in 24 countries. AEO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to complying with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity ("EEO") laws. AEO prohibits discrimination against associates and applicants for employment because of the individual's race or color, religion or creed, alienage or citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or partnership status, domestic violence or stalking victim status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This applies to all AEO activities, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, compensation, assignment, training, promotion, performance evaluation, discipline and discharge. AEO also provides reasonable accommodation of religion and disability in accordance with applicable law.
Job Identification 238
Job Category Intern
Posting Date 2023-09-05
Job Schedule Full time
Locations New York, NY, United States