Summer 2027 Internship - Outlet Merchandising

vineyard vines • Stamford, CT

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Vineyard vines is seeking a highly motivated college student in good academic standing who is passionate about the brand and interested in pursuing a career in retail. The intern will assist with day-to-day work in the Outlet Merchandising department, support other departments as needed, and handle office administrative tasks. Interns also complete a group project over the summer with guidance from business leaders and present their findings to management at the end of the program. Professional development and social opportunities are provided throughout the summer.

The internship lasts 10 weeks, from June 7 to August 13, 2027. Interns are expected to work onsite in Stamford, Connecticut, for the full program and must be within commuting distance. The stated business hours are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with a half-hour unpaid lunch break. Rising seniors only are eligible. Eligible candidates may apply for a housing scholarship program; further information is forthcoming.

Requirements

• Be a rising senior.
• Be a college student in good academic standing.
• Be working toward a bachelor's degree or have equivalent experience.
• Have strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Be able to plan, manage time, and make decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Have organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to multitask and work on multiple projects simultaneously to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrate competition and industry awareness.
• Show commitment to personal and others' career growth.
• Be team-focused, confident, and professional.
• Be creative, adaptable, entrepreneurial, and driven by integrity.
• Be able to work onsite in Stamford, Connecticut, for the full 10-week program and be within commuting distance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with sample management, seasonal line development, and garment fittings.
• Assist with maintaining assortment visuals.
• Learn to manage inventory, help select the seasonal line, and develop product knowledge for outlet stores.
• Learn retail math to understand selling reports and financial reporting.
• Assist with product development by presenting on-brand style ideas for home, retail custom, men's, women's, boys', and girls' outlet departments.
• Collaborate with design on color palettes, style selection and development, and sourcing fabrics and trims.
• Assist with day-to-day operations in the assigned department and provide support to other departments as needed.
• Handle administrative tasks throughout the office.
• Work on a summer group project with guidance from business leaders and present findings to management at the conclusion of the internship.

Benefits

• Eligible interns may apply to a housing scholarship program.
• Professional development and social opportunities throughout the summer.
• Catered fruit and bagels every Thursday.
• An ice cream truck every Wednesday during the summer.
• A shuttle to the office for people commuting by train from the city or surrounding areas.
• Employee discount.
• Fully stocked kitchen with unlimited fruit, snacks, and drinks.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern