Intern – Apparel Product Development
About The Position
Boot Barn is where community comes first. We thrive on togetherness, collaboration, and belonging. We build each other up, listen intently, and implement out-of-the-box ideas. We celebrate new innovations, congratulate one another’s achievements, and most importantly support each other. At Boot Barn, we work together to make a positive impact on the world around us, and by working collectively with encouragement, we consider ourselves “Partners.” With the values of the West guiding us, Boot Barn celebrates heritage, welcomes all, and values each unique Partner within our Boot Barn community. Our vision is to offer everyone a piece of the American spirit – one handshake at a time. Boot Barn is committed to developing successful leaders and our goal is to offer an opportunity for both learning and contribution. Our six-week, paid summer internship program offers hands-on experience in a fast-paced retail environment, with the opportunity to address real-time and future business needs. Additionally, the program includes industry seminars, one-on-one mentorship, professional development and networking opportunities with senior leadership and peers. The Apparel Development Intern will learn about the Exclusive Brands product development process from line freeze through production. They will collaborate directly with sourcing agents and factory manufacturing partners to identify material samples, obtain samples of newly designed products and will make sure that the merchandise meets quality standards and is on time.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled as a student at an accredited university/college
- 1-2 years of work or volunteer experience
- Passion for fashion and retail industry
- Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
- Strong desire for continuous learning and professional development
- Demonstrated project management skills and ability to balance multiple assignments at once
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Self-directed and able to work without supervision
- Must be at least 18 years of age
Responsibilities
- Use discipline specific knowledge, skills, and abilities to assist with various projects, presentations, and business improvement opportunities.
- Lead a department/function specific project from start to finish and present project deliverable(s) to senior leadership for consideration.
- Collaborate directly with sourcing agents and factory manufacturing partners to identify material samples
- Obtain samples of newly designed products
- Make sure that the merchandise meets quality standards and is on time.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly rate.
- Merchandise discount: 50% off of Exclusive Brands and 40% off of third-party brands.
- Paid Time Off plan for year-round Boot Barn Partners.
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance.
- 401(k) plan with generous company matching.
- Opportunities for growth at every level – we are opening 50+ new stores each year.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
