Alterations Intern

Job Description

About Company

David’s Bridal is described as a company where “Love wins when love is for Everyone!”. Their mission is to empower customers and employees to stay true to their dreams, whether finding the perfect wedding dress or a fitting career. They dominate their product category, with 1 out of 3 items being sold by them, and boast one of the highest customer service scores in retail.

David’s Bridal emphasizes a rewarding environment and a commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Their goal is to build a workforce that is as representative as the customers they serve, creating a culture where all forms of diversity are celebrated and seen as valuable.

Job Description: Alterations Intern

The Alterations Intern position is described as the “BEST. JOB. EVER!” for someone passionate about garment construction and customer service in a bridal setting. This role offers immersion and exposure to all facets of the alterations business.

Key aspects of the internship include:
• Learning the entire alterations management process, from product sale and receipt to customer fittings and final pickup.
• Gaining an understanding of retail business procedures and policies within the Alterations workroom.
• Increasing skill sets through hands-on application, including preparing garments for sewing (hand and machine), pressing, steaming, and direct customer interaction.
• Working under the guidance of the Alterations Manager and other department experts.

Essential Job Functions:
• Interface with Customers by phone and in person on the sales floor.
• Attend Fittings (first fittings and pickups).
• Assist the Alterations Manager and the alterations team with all workroom duties and responsibilities.
• Gain experience and exposure to hand sewing and machine sewing projects.
• Experience the art of pressing/steaming and packaging the final products for customer’s events.
• Assist with documentation for productivity, supply and inventory analysis.

Physical Demands:
While performing the duties, the Alterations Intern is occasionally required to stand, walk and sit for extended periods of time. They will need to reach for tools and objects with hands and arms, climb stairs, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and hear customers. S/He must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. The intern must be able to see up close and at a distance, as well as use peripheral vision and depth perception.

Education & Credentials:
• Enrolled in a full or part-time degree program, or recently graduated and needs educational credit.
• Have an interest in garment construction with some sewing experience preferred.
• Possess strong organizational skills and demonstrate initiative along with a positive attitude.

Part-Time Benefits Include:
• Rewarding Environment and Competitive Pay
• Team Bonus
• Dayforce Wallet – Get Paid Early!
• Generous Team Member Discount After First Pay Period
• Vision Care
• Supplemental Insurances – Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accidental Injury
• 401K Program
• Discount for Identity Theft Protection
• Discounts for Home and Auto Insurance
• Discounts for Mobile
• Legal Benefits (MetLife Hyatt Legal Plans)
• Pet Insurance

Additional Job Perks:
• Minimal weekday hours required (join for weekends only!).
• $400 bonus for every referral hired with NO LIMIT• (Additional terms and conditions apply).