Corporate Strategy Intern
About The Position
Our compensated 10-week Corporate RL Inspire Internship Program is designed to give rising senior undergraduate students a challenging, hands-on experience in the retail industry. As an INSPIRE Intern, you will... ONBOARD: Kick off your journey with a dynamic orientation with your entire intern class ENGAGE: Experience exclusive RL moments including our Executive Speaker Series DEVELOP: Receive valuable coaching and real-time coaching and on-going feedback from your supervisor and Early Career Talent team COLLABORATE: Strategize and execute a final, cross-functional group project with your fellow interns IMPACT: Create meaningful change and volunteer with our Ralph Lauren Gives Back program CONNECT: Enjoy social events and networking opportunities We are seeking an enthusiastic and analytical-minded individual who is passionate about Ralph Lauren and eager to learn. The Corporate Strategy Intern will be part of the Global Strategy team defining and driving the most important strategic priorities for Ralph Lauren. This dynamic and innovativeâ individual will be responsible for analyzing business opportunities and supporting corporate projects that advance the global growth strategies and business initiatives of Ralph Lauren. Key projects may include new product category introductions and growth, international growth vectors, business opportunity analysis, current business performance evaluation, financial modeling and valuation, peer/industry analysis and benchmarking. The intern is expected to work collaboratively with a holistic approach across the strategy team and cross-functionally, interacting with business and functional group leads and their teams, and to effectively communicate the results of findings in an effective, discernable manner.
Requirements
- Attend college full-time in the United States and be entering your final semester or year of undergraduate studies with a graduation date of December 2026 or May 2027
- Authorized to work in the United States
- Able to work in an in-person or hybrid workplace environment arrangement
- Available the entire duration of the 10-week internship and reside within a commutable distance to one of our office locations (NY, NJ, NC). A housing stipend will be provided to help with travel and accommodations.
- Strong executive presence, outstanding communication, and formal presentation skills
- Self-starter capable of working independently
- Comfortable with ambiguity and adaptable to change
- Excellent analytical skills; Able to synthesize data into insightful information
- Attention to detail; Accuracy
- Expert level knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
- Experience driving projects through to completion
- Ability to own and manage multiple projects and meet deliverable deadlines; Strong time management skills
- Strong understanding and appreciation of the Ralph Lauren aesthetic, brand heritage, and the retail industry
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Strong writing and math skills; retail math a plus
- Highly organized and eager team player
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines and deliver results with attention to detail
- Thinks strategically to seize opportunities and solve problems
- Active listener with strong communication; clearly communicates ideas, both written and verbally
- Ability to balance creativity with practicality
- A self-starter who excels in a dynamic, ever-changing environment and can switch gears as required
- Passionate about advancing a culture of belonging and equal opportunity
- Curious, desire to learn, innovative, forward-thinking, strong interpersonal skills
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Industry
Apparel Manufacturing
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
