About the role#
Join our Store Planning team to help shape the financial and strategic direction of our merchandise locations. This full-time internship provides hands-on experience in merchandise financials, demand forecasting, and retail strategy. You will work within our retail environment to optimize product flow and drive revenue through data-driven decisions.
What you'll do#
- Analyze business performance using financial reports, KPIs, and trend data.
- Forecast inventory needs and establish presentation quantities for seasonal events and product launches.
- Develop merchandise strategies in partnership with Planning and Strategy teams.
- Create product flow calendars and floor plans in collaboration with Visual Presentation.
- Recommend replenishment and backfill strategies to maintain inventory levels.
- Communicate with Operations teams to support the execution of merchandise plans.
What you'll need#
- 1+ years of experience in strategic planning, financial analysis, or business development.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
- Understanding of merchandise planning, financials, forecasting, and trend analysis.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Enrollment in an accredited college or university, with Junior or Senior year preferred.
- Coursework in Business, Finance, Retail, Merchandise, Math, or a related field.
- Must be at least 18 years of age with unrestricted work authorization.
- Alignment with The Disney Look appearance guidelines.
- Eligibility to participate in a Disney Internship program.
Location & details#
- Location: Lake Buena Vista, Florida.
- Term: Winter 2027 (January 2027 through June 2027).
- Modality: On-site, full-time (40 hours per week).
- Compensation: This position is paid at $23.00 per hour.
About The Walt Disney Company
The Walt Disney Company operates as a diversified international media and entertainment enterprise. Its business segments include Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. The company produces movies, television programs, and consumer products while managing theme parks and resorts. It maintains headquarters in Burbank, California, and employs over 193,000 people.
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