Summer Merchandising Internship

Summer 2027 Merchandising Internship with Victoria's Secret

At Victoria's Secret & Co, you'll join a world-leading specialty retail brand recognized globally for innovation and excellence in lingerie and fashion. You'll work alongside industry leaders to set the standard for what a retail brand can achieve, placing customers at the center of everything we do to create products and experiences that bring them joy.

We believe everyone deserves a place where they truly belong. We celebrate individuality and know that your passion, experience, and unique perspective strengthen our team and business. Here, you'll be empowered to perform, grow, and engage through unmatched opportunities to develop your skills, gain real-world experience, and learn from the best in the business.

Victoria's Secret & Co. is looking for Summer 2027 merchandising interns! This internship will provide the opportunity for a comprehensive omni merchant learning experience with an innovative retail brand. Integrated in the program are opportunities to learn, research, and propose actionable, customer centric, findings to better support the business and drive growth within the brand.

Merchandising internships are hybrid 3 days a week. All areas will be based in Columbus, OH with the exception of Beauty based in New York, NY.

Your role

Assist in updating and maintaining the data entry (for Stores and Digital channels) into Flex PLM and SAP used to initiate product development to cross functional partners.

Support the merchant team in preparation for key weekly business meetings.

Manage merchant samples.

Provide support in executing both business and strategic planning.

Support the merchant team in compiling qualitative feedback for specific projects, such as current assortment learnings and testing.

Conduct store visits to gain customer insights used to help architect/influence future assortments as well as conduct regular scans of competitors.

Participate in a variety of projects/events including: cross functional on-boarding,classroom learning competitive analysis, in-store experience activities, researching white space opportunities

Minimum salary: $23.00

VS&Co provides a range of compensation for this role as shown. Your actual salary will be determined by a number of factors, including: your specific skills and experience, geographic region, or other relevant factors.

Your experience

Working towards a degree or equivalent experience

Must be able to work 40 hours per week for at least 12 weeks in our Columbus, Ohio or New York, NY offices

Proficient in Microsoft Office programs such as Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel

Demonstrate a strong desire to learn

Exhibit flexibility with schedule to accommodate the business needs

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong analytical and financial acumen

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws. Please see links:
California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Philadelphia Fair Chance Law, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance

An equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment because of an individual's race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected category recognized by state, federal or local laws. We only hire individuals authorized for employment in the United States.

Benefits

Paid parental leave to bond with your new addition

401(k) savings plan with company match

Merit increases and performance bonuses

On-the-spot recognition and rewards for a job well done

Employee stock purchase program

Merchandise discounts

Medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Commuter benefits

Working and living in Columbus/Reynoldsburg, Ohio

Known as "The Discovery City," Columbus, Ohio, is a place where new ideas and creativity flourish. This makes Columbus a fitting home for Victoria's Secret & Co. The Columbus/Reynoldsburg area is vibrant, eclectic, and on the move. It boasts an exciting mix of arts, shopping, dining, and entertainment. For those with a passion for the great outdoors, there is an extensive park system where you can hike, bike, explore, and much more.

As the state capital of Ohio, Columbus is a hub of local, national, and international activity. It is also renowned for the exceptional quality of its public education, from K-12 to the world-renowned Ohio State University. Above all, the area's rich variety of charming and inviting neighborhoods make this an ideal place to call home.