Merchandising Summer Internship 2025

About the position

The Merchandising Summer Internship at Bath & Body Works offers a unique opportunity for university juniors to gain hands-on experience in the retail industry. This 10-week program is designed to provide interns with a comprehensive view of various functional areas within specialty retail, focusing on merchandising. Interns will work closely with experienced associates, participate in professional development workshops, and engage in networking opportunities, all while contributing to the company's business strategies through meaningful projects.

Responsibilities

• Execution of the product development process from conception to in-store/online launch
• Developing a line plan that represents the Brand and is aligned with the seasonal merchandise strategy
• Preparing competitive intelligence, customer intimacy, fashion radar and business analysis to achieve volume and profit goals
• Conducting in-depth financial research and analysis including sales, margin, inventory and mark-down analysis
• Maintaining sample status and quality
• Conducting in-store visits to gain customer and product insights

Requirements

• University current juniors pursuing their bachelor's degree and in good academic standing
• Must be able to work 40 hours per week during summer 2025 (May 27th-August 1st)
• Computer fluency with programs such as Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel
• Innate curiosity and desire to learn, strong analytical and logical thinking skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Have a strong passion for retail

Nice-to-haves

• Previous internship, customer service or leadership experience
• Ability to manage through conflict and problem-solve
• Strong communication and presentation skills; can concisely present complex information/recommendations in terms meaningful to various audiences
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wages
• Furnished housing or living stipend
• Personal days & Summer Fridays
• 40% Merchandise Discount
• Hybrid working (function dependent)