Summer 2026 Merchandising Buying Intern

stand out for good • Knoxville, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Merchandising Buying Internship will provide valuable skills and industry knowledge that are beneficial in pursuing a career in retail or fashion. The Intern will support the Merchandising team in day-to-day operations, which includes contributing to the fit selection process and entering purchase orders and learning about trends in the market to make informed buying decisions. A successful Merchandising Intern will be a self starter, enthusiastic, proactive, committed to learning the role, and passionate about the guest.

Requirements

• Upcoming junior, senior or recent graduate with a strong academic record pursuing a degree in Merchandising, Business, or related field.
• Strong fashion sense and passion for product.
• Demonstrated ability using Google Sheets or Microsoft Excel.
• Must be self-motivated, have a positive attitude, and have the ability to execute in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the merchandising team in the daily responsibilities of running the business.
• Gather samples for meetings and maintain the sample collection.
• Assist with reporting and purchase orders
• Stay up-to-date on trends and the competitive landscape.
• Support the team in corresponding with the vendor community.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern