About the role#
This internship offers a 10-week summer program for students interested in a career that pairs business expertise with a love for fashion. You will work within our merchandising organization, splitting your time between learning as a student and contributing as a team member. The program runs from June 14 to August 20, 2027.
What you'll do#
- Join a specific buying squad and contribute to the team.
- Learn the role of an entry-level merchant by working alongside expert buying teams.
- Study customer needs and expectations to improve department performance.
- Analyze data to support effective decision-making.
- Complete an independent impact project to present to leadership and buying teams.
- Attend executive speaker events.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an accredited college or university as a bachelor's degree student in Merchandising, Business, or a related field.
- A graduation date in 2026 or 2027.
- Strong business acumen, math skills, and the ability to draw conclusions from data.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to learn new processes and procedures quickly.
- Availability for a full-time schedule.
- Willingness to move to Seattle for the internship and relocate there if offered a full-time position after graduation.
Location & details#
- The position is located in Seattle, Washington.
- This is an on-site, full-time internship.
- Nordstrom does not provide sponsorship for this role.
About Nordstrom
Nordstrom is a retail company based in Seattle, Washington. Founded in 1901, the organization operates as a public company. It employs more than 10,000 people. The business focuses on customer service and maintains commitments to community support and environmental responsibility.
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