Seasonal Sales Associate

• Location 544 Oakbrook Center,Oak Brook, IL, 60523,United States
• Base Pay $15.00 - $15.50 / Hour
• Employee Type Part Time Non-Exempt

Claire’s has safely pierced over 110 million ears worldwide and operates under a structured, step-by-step clinical piercing approach that prioritizes safety, sterility, and informed guest education at every stage of the service.

Our Piercing Specialists complete structured certification and ongoing skill validation to ensure every piercing is delivered with precision, consistency, and confidence — especially for first-time and pediatric guests.

As a global fashion brand rooted in self-expression, creativity, and fun, we bring the latest trends in accessories and professional piercing services to life through engaging retail experiences that empower customers to be their most authentic selves.

As a Sales Associate, you are both a brand ambassador and a certified Piercing Specialist, delivering safe, professional piercing services while creating welcoming, energetic, and trend-forward experiences on the sales floor. You play a critical role in driving piercing and retail sales, upholding Claire’s Clinical Piercing Standards, and representing the brand with confidence, care, and precision.

Through expert consultation, strong selling behaviors, and operational excellence, you help customers feel informed, confident, and excited — whether they’re receiving their first piercing or building their next curated look.

• Deliver professional ear-piercing services in accordance with Claire’s Clinical Piercing Standards and safety protocols.
• Follow all sterilization, hygiene, and infection-prevention procedures with precision and consistency.
• Educate guests and guardians through informed consent, eligibility screening, and clear aftercare instruction.
• Maintain certification requirements and complete ongoing piercing skill development training.

• Deliver engaging, friendly, and inclusive customer experiences.
• Build strong product knowledge to provide styling advice and recommend add-on products.
• Support piercing services and educate customers on aftercare with empathy and professionalism.
• Represent Claire’s brand values through a positive attitude and on-floor presence.
• Drive piercing and retail conversion through effective consultation, strong product recommendations, and confident service execution.
• Actively participate in promotions, loyalty programs, and sales-driving initiatives.
• Use trend awareness to influence customer purchasing decisions.

• Execute POS transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain visual merchandising standards and organized product presentation.
• Support shipment processing, replenishment, and inventory accuracy.
• Follow all safety, loss prevention, and operational procedures.

• Social & Digital Savvy | Growth Mindset: You know what’s trending, what’s viral, and how to translate that into an amazing customer experience – always staying curious and looking for ways to grow.
• Customer-First Mentality | Integrity: You connect naturally with people, and you love making them feel confident and empowered. You follow through every time because your word means something.
• Team Player | Collaboration & Teamwork: You thrive in a team environment, actively support your colleagues, and know that the best results happen when everyone works together toward a shared goal.
• Ready to Hustle | Decision Making: You’re organized, self-motivated, and always looking for ways to level up – making smart, confident moves even in a fast-paced environment.

• You are willing to become a certified Claire’s Piercing Specialist and…