Buying Intern, Fall 2026

KHAITE • New York, NY

11d • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a Buying Intern to join the KHAITE team for this Fall '26 Semester. This role will report to the Senior Manager, Buying & Merchandising and will be based out of the NYC HQ offices. This internship is unpaid and for college credit only.

Requirements

• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Passion for luxury fashion and a keen eye for product and trends
• Keen interest for fashion and eagerness to immerse themselves in the industry
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Currently enrolled for a Bachelor’s Degree; preferably in Fashion Buying & Merchandising, Business, or a related field
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with retail math is a plus
• Proficiency in MS Office Applications, including Outlook and PowerPoint, as well as the Google Suite
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Prior internship experience in fashion merchandising is preferred

Responsibilities

• Support the Buying team with daily administrative tasks, including maintaining assortment tools, purchase order tracking, and reporting.
• Assist in analyzing weekly sales performance, inventory levels, and sell-through to help identify business opportunities.
• Prepare product recaps, assortment presentations, and market meeting materials for internal reviews.
• Help manage sample organization, product cataloging, and showroom preparation during market appointments and seasonal buys.
• Partner with cross-functional teams, including Merchandising, Planning, Allocation, and Retail, to support the execution of seasonal assortments.
• Conduct competitive market research and trend analysis to provide insights on product assortment, pricing, and the luxury retail landscape.

Benefits

• KHAITE is an equal opportunity employer. We want to offer an inclusive environment of mutual respect where we welcome diversity and all our employees feel included, developed, and heard. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. KHAITE recruits and recognizes all types of talent and singularities.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern