**Summer Internship Program – Retail Finance & Merchandising**

About the role#

The Summer Internship Program at Variety Wholesalers, Inc. offers students an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in Retail Finance and Merchandising. Interns will work alongside experienced retail leaders, manage real projects, and collaborate across departments to understand the drivers of profitability and product strategy.

What you'll do#

• Partner with Buyers and Planners to develop assortment strategies.
• Analyze sales performance, margins, and expenses to identify business opportunities.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Build financial models and reporting tools.
• Participate in vendor meetings and assist with product selection and pricing decisions.
• Review market trends and the competitive landscape.
• Present insights and recommendations to leadership.

What you'll need#

• Current enrollment in an accredited college or university, with preference for rising juniors, seniors, or graduate students.
• Majors in Marketing, Business Administration, Finance, or related fields.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work full-time (40 hours per week) during the summer program.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Location & details#

• Location: Henderson, North Carolina, USA.
• Term: Summer 2026.
• Work Modality: On-site.
• This is a paid, full-time internship.