Intern- Product Development (In Office Monday-Wednesday)

Pet Supplies Plus • Livonia, MI

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Pet Supplies Plus is seeking a Product Development Intern to help bring private-brand pet products from concept to store shelf. The intern may work on products such as dog and cat toys and apparel, aquarium accessories, and habitat décor for fish and reptiles. The role provides hands-on product development experience and exposure to merchandising and sourcing teams.

The internship is based at the company’s Livonia headquarters, Pet Central. The ideal schedule is Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, for up to 24 hours per week, with flexible start times between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in or recently completed a bachelor’s degree program in Merchandising, Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• Passion for pets and curiosity about retail and private brands.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Superior attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

• AI knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Assist in researching pet market trends, competitive products, and consumer insights.
• Assist with product development projects, including products and packaging.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions for branding, packaging design, and marketing strategies.
• Track project timelines and update development status reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, inventory, and supply chain, to support timely execution.
• Work with domestic and overseas manufacturers.
• Prepare presentations and reports for leadership on product development progress.

Benefits

• Employee discount of up to 50% at company stores, plus coupons.
• Hands-on experience in product development.
• Exposure to merchandising and sourcing teams.
• Collaborative, neighborly environment that values initiative, curiosity, teamwork, and care for pets.
• Pet-centered culture.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern