Design and Merchandising Interns

Michael Stars is looking for unpaid interns for their Design and Merchandising departments

Job Summary:

The Design/Merchandising Intern will provide support to the Design/Merchandising Department. There will be a variety of different responsibilities most of which will require an extremely high level of attention to detail.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

•Organize and pull samples from archive/production
•Create concept boards and inspiration books
•Maintain trim/fabric library and create new trim/fabric cards
•Preparation for Design/Merchandising meetings
•Choosing pantone colors for collateral
•Maintain racks in the design conference room
•Organize sample room and design conference room
•Pull blanks / damages from production dept for novelty use
•Scan images and make photocopies for lookbooks and linesheets
•Assist with sample sales, as needed
•Fill out fabric testing forms
•Other related duties as required

Qualifications:

•Currently pursuing a degree in Design or Merchandising
•Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail
•Must be able to work well under tight deadlines in a fast paced environment
•Positive, cheerful, team-oriented attitude
•Proficiency in creating and editing documents in Microsoft Word and Excel
•Proficient in Outlook and Internet Savvy
•Part-time, flexible schedule

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Sales Assistant

Job Summary:

As Sales Assistant, this person will be responsible for all showroom needs. Assist in handling any elevated problems or special requests pertaining to priority accounts, supplying report information, assisting in Majors requests. Collaborate with related departments regarding company merchandising and product development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

•Manage seasonal collateral ordering & shipping
•Create agenda’s for all meetings, recap minutes and facilitate communication in regards
•Keep sample closet & inventory current.
•Prepare & publish weekly sales reports
•Field and follow up on rep requests
•Maintain all aspects of GWP program. Keep track of all requests, and project seasonal needs
•Filing, organizing and archiving documents
•Monitor retailer website, ensure information is up to date
•Update and maintain wholesale and E-Comm customer mailing lists
•Ensure reps are up to date on all line edits
•Attend local markets as needed
•Assist in special projects when needed
•Other duties as needed

Qualifications:

•High School Diploma required or its equivalent, Degree in Fashion Merchandising preferred
•2-3 years analytical sales experience within the apparel industry.
•Knowledgeable in Office Suite, Excel.
•Must be able to work under pressure and meet demanding deadlines
•Able to keep organized
•Ability to handle multi-faceted projects with strong follow through
•Able to work independently, as well as collaborate as a team player
•Commitment to quality, motivated self-starter and takes ownership of work
•Work Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Overtime as needed

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PR Internship

Michael Stars is looking for a school credit intern to join their PR Department. Students will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience by assisting with event planning, processing editorial sample requests, monitoring press coverage, and more.

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing degree in Public Relations/Business Administration
• Must have a passion for learning about Public Relations within the Fashion Industry
• Should have a strong knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Must receive school credit.
• Strong follow through
• Ability to multitask

Please reference job # PRI.
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Buying Internship

Michael Stars is looking for a school credit intern to join their Buying Department. Students will receive hands-on experience by directly supporting the Buying Team. Responsibilities will include: assisting with monthly recaps, building trend boards, and organizing reports and product knowledge binders.

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing degree in Fashion Merchandising/related field
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Should have a strong knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Must receive school credit.
• Strong follow through
• Ability to multitask

Please reference job # BYI.
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