Friday, February 5, 2010

Nordstrom Visual Merchandise Internship (SF)

Nordstrom is a fashion specialty retailer founded on a simple idea: offer each customer the best possible service, quality, value and selection. We are looking for an ambitious visual merchandising intern to execute visual store presentations.

From attentive salespeople to meticulous tailors and innovative merchants, our teams are comprised of talented people who work hard to delight the customer. As a Nordstrom intern, you are welcomed into a family dedicated to creating memorable and rewarding shopping experiences for our customers.

The visual merchandising intern will gain hands on experience executing visual presentations and learning from the dedicated people who bring the Nordstrom experience to life. If you share our love for the customers we serve, the merchandise we sell and the work we do, this is the place for you.

Responsibilities

• Able to visualize and execute with excellent attention to detail
• Demonstrate an enthusiasm for styling and knowledge of current fashion trends
• Implement current visual presentation standards and ensure department staff and regional merchandisers are trained on these standards
• Prepare, organize and execute merchandising strategies, large scale events and initiatives
• Partner with store and visual merchandising manager to implement short and long term plans for the overall store presentation
• Ensure high quality of all visual aspects of the store
• Ensure high quality with regard to window and event execution
• Demonstrate a sense of urgency and understand and meet deadlines


Qualifications

• Experience or education in retail visual merchandising
• Enthusiasm for fashion and knowledge of current fashion trends
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

The Nordstrom Internship program is open to college students currently in their junior and senior years who are enrolled in accredited institutions and applicable degree programs. For example, retail management and fashion merchandising.

The Internship program starts June 7, 2010 and ends August 13, 2010. The application deadline is February 28, 2010. Interviews are conducted in March and the selection process will be complete by March 31, 2010.

Since 1901, Nordstrom has offered a wide variety of quality apparel, shoes and accessories for men, women and children at our stores across the country. We're proud to be named to Fortune™ magazine's list of '100 Best Companies to Work For.' We believe this recognition comes from our desire to empower our employees to set their sights high and deliver exceptional service to customers.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a diverse environment.

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. No visa sponsorship is available for this position.


Posted By: Trang Nguyen

Club Monaco International Merchandising Intern Summer 2010 (NY)

Apply through link

Club Monaco is the international retail brand known for style for both men and women. Opening its first store in Toronto in 1985, Club Monaco was instantly recognized by fashion influencers for its unique blend of stylish basics and key fashion items of the season. Since its founding, Club Monaco has been recognized repeatedly for its consistent and enduring view on style and design. Today, Club Monaco is rapidly growing retail brand that continues to deliver cool modern style, while occupying a unique niche within the fashion and retail industries. In 1999, Club Monaco became a subsidiary of the Polo Ralph Lauren Corporation.

The responsibilities of this internship will include but are not limited to the following:

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* Preparation for visual presentation

* Support merchant in preparation of market week

* Take on administrative duties

* Complete spread sheets, follow-up (Excel)

Club Monaco is a dynamic, international retail concept that designs, manufactures and markets its own Club Monaco clothing, accessories and home collection. Each season, Club Monaco offers men's and women's updated classics and key fashion pieces that are the foundation of a modern wardrobe. The brand's signature clean and modern style, gives classics an update through great design and current sensibility. Club Monaco is the lifestyle destination for today's urban professional.

Currently Club Monaco operates 66 stores throughout North America and has recently opened stores in Hong Kong, Seoul, and Dubai.
Experience: Internship
Education: years

Posted By: Trang Nguyen

Gomatta Girls Buying/Photography Intern (LA)

Buying Internship for Sample Sale Website. New brands up each and everyday for just 24 hours...fast paced environment :)

Duties:
Assisting buyer & Photographer with anything needed
Adobe Photoshop Proficiency is a MUST
Contacting Designers
Following up
Entering info in our system
Sample pick up/drop off (within reasonable means; gas reimbursed if you drive)
Picking out items for our site

Keen eye for fashion

This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in a career in buying. (You get to work with cool people too :)

Duties can definitely grow and position could end up paid for the right candidate.

Can't be shy, must be outgoing, excited and ready for a new fun job!

Start date: asap preferred but flexible

Compensation: School Credit, gas & parking reimbursement.

Send Resumes to: samantha@gomattagirls.com


Posted By: Trang Nguyen

iSTYLE Media Graphic Design Intern (NY)

iStyle Media is seeking a truly independent and motivated intern who can tap into their creativity and ingenuity to contribute to a tight knit team. An ideal candidate would be an independent, fashion-forward thinker with a voracious appetite for new media (Twitter, blogs, Facebook, Tumblr, etc.) who thrives off of constant change. We are the exact opposite of a coffee-fetching internship, we expect you to be an integral, vocal part of the team.

Duties include:
-designing presentations and pitches using Keynote/Powerpoint (wireframes, mockups, etc.)
-experimenting and troubleshooting new User Interfaces; creating tutorials for clients
-contributing ideas and feedback on upcoming projects
-doing web design for marketing materials (business cards, logos, icons)
-Updating, customizing and enhancing social media forums like Tumblr and twitter

Requirements: Passion for fashion and style a MUST. Actively plugged into new media. MUST be MAC proficient, especially concerning Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Keynote; HTML/CSS knowledge a valuable plus. CURRENTLY live around the NYC area and be ready to start immediately. This is an unpaid internship; school credit is available. There is also room to grow within the company, depending on your performance.

iStyle Media is a leading provider of social media services for fashion brands. From creating style-centered networks on Facebook to broadening the reach of designers like Calvin Klein and publications like V Magazine, iStyle is at the very forefront of new media.

Send Resumes to: lkim@istylemedia.com


Posted By: Trang Nguyen

MiH Jeans- Sales Intern(LA)

http://www.mih-jeans.com


MiH Jeans is looking to hire a sales intern in our Los Angeles office to start immediately. We are looking for someone who is very organized, pays close attention to detail, can multi-task effectively, has a strong work-ethic, has good communication skills, and, most importantly, has a positive attitude.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Spearheading the maintenance and organization of inner office functions
- Tracking sell thrus
- Showroom upkeep
- Communicating with existing accounts, and finding new accounts
- Assisting with trade show preparation
- Filing orders

REQUIREMENTS:
- Interns should be able to commit at least 3 days per/week between the hours of 9-6 for a minimum of three months
- Excellent communication skills
- Organized & dedicated
- College Degree
- Interest or experience in the fashion industry
- Proficiency in Word and Excel

In order to be considered please include cover letter and resume to: jenny@mih-jeans.com


Posted By: Trang Nguyen

Monday, February 1, 2010

Lloyd and co fashion advertising agency (NYC)

Lloyd (+ co), a leading fashion advertising agency in Soho/West Village Manhattan, is seeking a business intern to join our growing team. Our clients include Express, Max Mara, Estee Lauder, Oscar de la Renta, and Movado, among others.

The intern will collaborate with the entire business department. We are seeking the best and brightest advertising, marketing or communications students with a strong desire to learn and develop account management skills.

The ideal candidate will bring initiative, attention to detail, exceptional writing skills, strong organizational skills and will follow-through with any given task. Intern positions require working closely with account managers on day-to-day projects.

Qualifications: • Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Mac OS • Passionate and knowledgeable about the fashion industry • Excellent multi-tasking and prioritizing skills • Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment • Adaptable and works well with a variety of people and personalities • A great attitude and strong work ethic

Internship pays a stipend or must satisfy school credit requirements. Exact hours and days can be flexible to meet school demands.

Please send your resume/cover letter to: Jessica Lloyd (+ co) jessica@lloydandco.com http://www.lloydandco.com
Compensation: $20 per full day

Posted By: Meredith Lynch

UpSpring PR

We are a boutique public relations firm specializing in fashion, beauty, and lifestyle industries and we need interns for the Spring semester! This position is for a self-motivated student with an interest in communications, social media, and public relations. Duties will include: - Social media maintenance (twitter, facebook etc...) - Media list building - Article writing - Research - Trend reports - Clip books Please send your resume with a brief intro (no generic cover letters please!) and your twitter name (if you have one) to sarah@upspringpr.com.

Hiring Organization: UpSpring PR
Compensation: Unpaid - School Credit

Posted By: Meredith Lynch