For-Credit Merchandising Intern – Hospitality (Summer 2026)

Genesis Hospitality • Hamilton Township, NJ

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a credit-based internship opportunity for Summer 2026. The intern will provide assistance to the Director of Business Development for Genesis Hospitality, a division of Genesis Global Group. Responsibilities include assisting with project-based work revolving around product development, design, and management of products related to the hospitality and retail industries. This is NOT a remote position, and the candidate MUST report to the Hamilton office every workday.

Requirements

• Must be a current student in an accredited college
• Must be pursuing a major in Business Administration, International Business, Marketing, Retail Management, or similar major for which internship would be accepted for academic credit
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required
• Must possess a professional, polished image through in-person and phone interaction
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Well-developed and multi-tasking, organizational skills, and detailed-oriented
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment and work well under stress
• Ability to handle sensitive information and keep strictly confidential

Nice To Haves

• Chinese language skills are a plus, but not required

Responsibilities

• Assist with the conceptualization, branding, manufacturing and merchandising of new line of retail products for French bakery owned by Genesis Hospitality
• Research market and competitor pricing; provide insights to Director of Business Development to assist with marketing and pricing strategy
• Track inventory of products
• Work with the Business Development team to analyze sales and inventory reports; utilize insights to determine opportunities for improvement
• Create and update training manual for bakery employees, which provides breakdown and detail of products
• Coordinate with Marketing department to develop branding and advertising of products and displays
• Assist with planning retail area layout to attract customers’ attention, highlight new products and create a positive and easy shopping experience for customers
• Participate in meetings with international vendors
• Performs other similar or related duties as required or assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed