About the role#
The Buying & Planning Internship is a 10-week summer program designed to provide hands-on experience within the retail apparel and fashion industry. This full-time role is based at our corporate headquarters in New York City. You will work in a hybrid capacity, with in-office expectations from Tuesday through Thursday.
What you'll do#
- Analyze Excel reports to identify headlines and key metrics based on weekly sales.
- Influence category assortment by using product performance data, customer feedback, trends, and local market knowledge.
- Manage sample requests for Buying teams and cross-functional partners in coordination with the Sample Library.
- Shop the market to identify trends among direct and aspirational competitors regarding product and storytelling.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Business Administration major.
- Proficiency in Microsoft programs, specifically Excel, with an openness to learning new systems.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and creative-thinking skills.
- Effective communication skills, with the ability to articulate ideas clearly in writing and verbally.
- Strong planning, organization, and time management skills with acute attention to detail.
- Ability to take initiative and ownership of assigned projects.
- An agile, solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to adapt to change and embrace new approaches.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, New York.
- Term: Summer 2027 (June 1, 2027 - August 6, 2027).
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship at $20 per hour.
- Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
About Tapestry
Tapestry is a public company based in New York. It operates as a house of brands that includes Coach and Kate Spade New York. The business focuses on the retail apparel and fashion industry. It employs over 10,000 people.
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