Sales & Business Development Intern (Part-Time)

Li & Fung•New York, NY

10d

About The Position

Li & Fung is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Sales & Business Development Intern to support our Account Management, Sales, and Product Development teams. This internship will provide exposure to client management, business operations, product development, showroom management, and emerging technologies. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, adaptable, and interested in building a career in sales, account management, merchandising, business development, or the apparel industry. Li & Fung is a global supply chain solutions partner that designs, develops, sources, and delivers products for some of the world's leading retailers and brands. Through our extensive network, industry expertise, and innovative solutions, we help customers navigate today's rapidly evolving marketplace while driving sustainable growth.

Requirements

Currently pursuing or recently completing a bachelor's degree in business administration, Marketing, Management, Economics, Finance, or related field.
Strong interest in sales, business development, account management, merchandising, or supply chain operations.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.
Comfortable learning new technologies, including AI-powered tools and digital platforms.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and willingness to learn.
Team player with the ability to collaborate across departments.

Responsibilities

Assist in preparing buyer meetings, customer presentations, and seasonal business reviews.
Support account management teams with meeting materials, follow-up communications, and business recaps.
Conduct market and competitive research to identify trends, opportunities, and key retail insights.
Assist with sales reporting, account tracking, and business analysis projects.
Help maintain customer information, presentations, and sales documentation.
Assist with showroom organization and maintenance to ensure products and samples are presentation ready.
Support sample tracking, inventory organization, and shipment coordination.
Help prepare samples and presentation materials for customer meetings and internal reviews.
Assist with showroom setup for market appointments and buyer visits.
Provide support for AI-generated imagery and digital presentation tools.
Assist teams with image generation, presentation enhancements, and visual content development.
Help explore and leverage emerging technologies that support business development and customer presentations.
Create and maintain product tags and supporting documentation.
Perform data entry, file management, and other administrative duties as needed.
Assist in coordinating information between Sales, Account Management, Product Development, and Design teams.
Support special projects and ad hoc business initiatives.
Gain exposure to multiple business functions including Sales, Account Management, Design, Product Development, and Merchandising.
Support various teams as business needs arise.
Participate in team meetings and contribute to ongoing projects.
Learn about the full product lifecycle, from concept and development through customer delivery.