Anthropologie Buying Intern - Weddings

Urban Outfitters•Philadelphia, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Anthropologie is looking for an Apparel Buying Intern to join their team for the Summer. This role will support the daily operational functions within designated buying areas and assist the buying team in managing the overall merchandise flow. The intern will also develop key cross-functional relationships with market and internal partners, including distribution centers, design, and production, to gain a holistic understanding of the product lifecycle and buying function. This internship is specifically for rising seniors (current undergraduate juniors). The URBN Summer Internship Program runs from June 7th to August 13th at the Home Office in Philadelphia, PA, and includes intern-focused events, exposure to senior leadership, and potential opportunities for full-time positions. Applications close on October 30, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST.

Requirements

Must exhibit strong communication and interpersonal skills
Detail Oriented
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency
An understanding of the customer’s wants and needs and the ability to identify the appropriate trend/product that will appeal to the customer and meet their expectation
Ability to prioritize projects and handle multiple tasks
Must demonstrate creative thinking
Rudimentary understanding of retail math
Project Requirement: Submit a Trend Concept Board (8.5 X 11 PDF format is preferred) showing 3-5 wedding fashion trends for the Anthropologie customer in Fall 2027, using imagery from Streetwear, Pinterest, Social, runway, etc.
Must be a rising senior (current undergraduate junior)

Responsibilities

Open packages and distribute to the appropriate Buyer for review
Organize sample areas (our area, desk, shelves, etc.)
Manage and set up samples for all style-outs and other meetings
Call in missing samples for all style-outs and other meetings
Work with Buyer and/or Associate Buyer to request appropriate number of samples for web turnover, press previews, and other meetings
Check mail and deliver twice daily
Open mail and distribute to the appropriate Assistant Buyer for review
Drop off inter-office mail in the mailroom
Answer emails promptly and in an orderly fashion
Take digital photos of all items
Manage and maintain picture packs
Take pictures of all style-outs
Print department’s classes on the combined web velocity for the Buyer and Associate Buyer
Pass all Samples to the Product Coordination team with completed tags and Product information sheets weekly
After opening unsolicited samples, contact vendors with feedback
Answer various inquiries, especially shipping related
Set up new vendors as needed