US Merchandising Intern

KEEN Footwear•Portland, OR

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you passionate about sandals, boots, and everything in between? Do you live and breathe sustainability? Do you have a creative eye, a hunger to learn, and a KEEN interest in the outdoor industry? If you said yes to any of the above, we have the perfect opportunity for you! As an Intern at KEEN (KEENtern), you’ll dive into the exciting world of footwear, innovation, and community! You’ll get hands-on experience working alongside industry experts and contribute to shaping the future of KEEN. The US Footwear Merchandising Intern will work closely with the US Footwear Merchandising team, providing support in product assortment planning, visual merchandising, and market research. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an intern to gain valuable hands-on experience with footwear product assortment, samples management, and collaborating with sales and account buying teams. The intern will also assist in preparing materials for external-facing presentations and support the team with competitive market research and market visits.

Requirements

Senior, or Graduate student working toward a degree in Merchandising, Marketing, Business, Fashion, or a related field.
Be eligible to work in the U.S.
Commit to a 10-week program from mid-June through mid-August
Dedicate 40 hours per week during standard M-F, PST working hours
All roles are located in Portland, OR. Must be able to move to Portland during the duration of the internship if you are not already living here.
Plan no more than four total days of vacation during the internship
Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, including Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint
Ability to learn and adapt quickly to new software and tools.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Highly organized with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
Strong attention to detail in preparation of presentations, reports, and materials.
Ability to work independently as well as collaborate with a team.
Comfortable sitting at a desk and using a computer for extended periods of time.
Willingness for local travel for market research and competitive insights.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the footwear industry, fashion trends, and consumer insights is a plus.

Responsibilities

Assist the US Footwear Merchandising team in managing product samples and organizing visual merchandising materials.
Help create visual toolkits to support product assortments and presentation materials.
Support the team in preparing presentations for external stakeholders, including sales teams, retailers, and partners.
Collaborate with the sales and account buying teams to learn about current market trends and consumer preferences.
Support competitive market research, including gathering insights and trends within the footwear category.
Assist with milestone Go-To-Market (GTM) meetings, ensuring necessary materials and updates are prepared for team discussions.
Provide support during local market travel to capture insights and assist in development for product categories.