Wholesale Intern (Summer 2027)

L.L.Bean • Freeport, ME

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Wholesale Intern supports day-to-day operations of L.L.Bean’s Domestic Wholesale channel, with an emphasis on marketing, retail industry research, and competitive benchmarking. The role offers hands-on experience analyzing competitors and market trends, developing marketing and presentation materials, and supporting initiatives to strengthen and grow the business. Depending on business needs, the intern may also gain exposure to Sales and Merchandising or support cross-functional partners.

Interns balance daily tasks with longer-term project work, including research and analysis of competitors, market trends, and industry best practices. The assignment concludes with a presentation of the intern’s project work. The Domestic Wholesale team is described as fast-paced and rapidly growing; the intern is expected to learn and adapt quickly, accept assignments and feedback from various partners, manage multiple deadlines, and work effectively with ambiguity.

The internship is typically nine weeks, from June 1, 2027, through July 31, 2027, and is scheduled for 32–36 hours per week. It is an in-office role at L.L.Bean’s Freeport, Maine headquarters, with an expectation of being onsite at least four days per week, Monday through Thursday. Interns must arrange personal housing within commuting distance and have reliable transportation. Eligible interns without access to housing within 50 miles of headquarters may be considered for a housing stipend on a case-by-case basis. The anticipated starting pay is $20–$22 per hour.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a four-year college or university degree program.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
• Live within commuting distance of L.L.Bean’s corporate headquarters in Freeport, Maine.
• Arrange personal housing within commuting distance of Freeport, Maine, and have reliable transportation to the office.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, and Excel.
• Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 40 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Strong business acumen and an analytical mindset, with an interest in using data and research to inform business and marketing decisions.
• Ability to research, synthesize, and communicate competitive and market insights clearly and compellingly.
• Ability to build strong partnerships and collaborate to achieve goals.
• Ability to manage time and stay organized, maintain enthusiasm and a positive attitude, and communicate with various levels of management.
• Ability to learn and adapt quickly, receive assignments and feedback from various partners, prioritize multiple deadlines, and work with ambiguity.

Nice To Haves

• Background in Business, Finance, Marketing, Merchandising, or a related field.
• Solid foundation in Microsoft Excel, including understanding how to use and write formulas.
• Passion for the outdoors and L.L.Bean’s core activities.
• Demonstrated interest in retail, consumer brands, marketing, merchandising, or the broader outdoor industry.
• Curiosity about the competitive retail environment and interest in consumer, brand, and industry trends.
• Long-term interest in the outdoor apparel and gear industry.
• Previous customer service experience, such as retail, restaurant, or hospitality experience.

Responsibilities

• Support daily Wholesale Marketing operations, data visualization, seasonal marketing activities, organization of marketing supplies, and creation of decks, slides, and presentation materials.
• Conduct competitive benchmarking and research across the retail and wholesale landscape to identify relevant trends, opportunities, and industry best practices.
• Support marketing initiatives through research, analysis, presentation development, and other project-based work.
• Monitor and develop an understanding of the competitive environment, including how brands position themselves, market products, and engage wholesale and retail customers.
• Support process improvement and provide daily support to wholesale partners.
• Help develop compelling brand and marketing presentations that communicate insights and recommendations.
• Balance daily tasks with longer-term research and analysis projects, and present project work at the end of the assignment.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional partners and take on additional responsibilities as assigned.
• Follow L.L.Bean’s health and safety guidelines, policies, procedures, and expectations, and take appropriate action to rectify unsafe conditions.

Benefits

• Eligible interns without access to housing within 50 miles of the Freeport headquarters may receive a housing stipend, subject to case-by-case review.
• Benefits package includes programs and perks designed to support health and financial goals and work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed