Merchandising Intern

August 5, 2024

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Description

About Giorgio Armani

The Armani Group is a global leader in fashion and luxury goods, with over 10,500 employees, 12 production plants, and more than 2,704 boutiques across 60 countries. They design, manufacture, distribute, and retail a wide range of fashion and lifestyle products, including apparel, accessories, eyewear, watches, jewelry, home interiors, fragrances, and cosmetics under their various brands: Giorgio Armani, Emporio Armani, and Armani Exchange.

Description: Merchandising Intern

The A|X Merchandising Team is searching for a passionate and driven Merchandising Intern for the Fall 2024 semester. This internship offers hands-on experience in the world of Armani, giving you a deep understanding of the brand’s culture and foundation. You will be immersed in an inclusive environment designed for success, working directly with the Merchandising team at the Giorgio Armani corporate office in NYC.

Program Dates: September 16, 2024 – November 22, 2024

Key Responsibilities:

Reporting: Assist with weekly business reporting and meeting preparation for the Merchandising team.
Analysis Recaps: Contribute to seasonal competitive product and pricing analysis.
Presentation Preparation: Help create PowerPoint presentations for upper management.
Meeting Participation: Attend various meetings and actively participate in discussions.
Ongoing Semester Projects: Engage in projects such as Brand Collaboration research, Competitor Analysis Projects (Marketing Campaigns, RTW Newness, Trend Analysis), Sneaker and Accessory Release Calendar, Website Analysis Project, etc.

Skills & Competencies:

Proficient in Microsoft Systems: Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, & Teams (with a focus on Excel & PowerPoint).
Effective Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
Excellent Time Management & Organizational Skills: Prioritize tasks effectively and efficiently to meet deadlines while being detail-oriented.
Knowledge of Merchandising Functions: Prior retail experience, internships in Merchandising, Buying, or Planning, or a major in Merchandising, Fashion/Retail Business Management, Fashion Entrepreneurship, etc. is a plus.

Availability: Monday – Thursday

Ideal Candidate:

• Demonstrates a genuine interest in understanding business and organizational goals, with a desire to learn about the world of Armani.
• Possesses strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment with a keen attention to detail.
• Previous work experience or internships in related fields are a plus.

Currently pursuings:

• Currently enrolled in an Undergraduate or Graduate program.
• Unpaid internship (proof of school credit required).
• Available for a minimum of 3 days per week in the office.

This internship provides a valuable opportunity to gain practical experience in the fashion industry and contribute to the success of the A|X Merchandising team at Giorgio Armani.