Merchandising Intern (Summer 2026)

Zola • New York, NY

7h • $20 • Hybrid

About The Position

Here at Zola we are seeking an exceptional Merchandising Intern to join our 2026 Summer Intern class! The ideal candidate is a motivated self-starter with an interest in e-commerce as well as a strong desire to gain the technical and practical knowledge required to launch a career in merchandising or buying. This person will work closely with all members of the Merchandising Team with a focus on Registry, and have exposure to all facets of the company including cross-functional partners in Planning, Operations, Marketing, and Design.
This is an exciting internship for someone eager to have a meaningful impact on an innovative, fast-growing company in the online wedding and baby registry industry. The ideal candidate is a problem solver with the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. Strong attention to detail and proven time management skills are a must.

Requirements

• Working towards a Bachelor’s Degree (rising Junior or Senior)
• Must be able to problem solve, make decisions, think critically, and analytically
• Have an intellectual curiosity and eagerness to grow professionally
• Able to work in a fast paced environment with tight deadlines
• Proficient in Excel or Google Sheets
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to prioritize workload to meet changing priorities
• Able to establish relationships with internal and external partners

Nice To Haves

• Entry Level/Prior work experience and e-commerce knowledge preferable but not required

Responsibilities

• Conduct competitive analysis on wedding and baby trends and share findings with the team
• Manage online product content for Zola Registry, including product descriptions, copy, and pricing
• Pull reporting for sales, order tracking and other analyses
• Support the Merchandising Team, performing supportive ad hoc projects and tasks as necessary
• Support the department's visual merchandising on the site

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees