Buying Intern - Summer 2027

About the role

The internship program offers a glimpse into the day-to-day of a full-time Associate in the Buying Department at Burlington Stores. It provides hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to various aspects of the retail industry.

Responsibilities

• Support the buying team in merchandise selection, negotiation, and pricing.
• Avoid assisting in planning/coordination of availability of products for advertising and promotion.
• Avoid assisting in assortment and category planning that meets customer demand.
• Avoid preparing trend boards for strategy meetings by researching trends to plan for seasonal buys.
• Avoid updating and tracking purchase orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Avoid travel to market visits 1-2 days per week to visit vendors and assist in selecting and negotiating product that meets customer demands and is priced competitively.
• Avoid participating in competitive shopping visits and assisting in identifying product opportunities, labels, and trends.
• Avoid collaborating for success; teamwork within our department is key to success and you will work with several functional areas within the department for input, ideas, and to execute your assignments.

Requirements

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Merchandising, Business, Retail Management, Supply Chain, Marketing, Economics, or related fields.
• Relevant coursework and transferable skills will also be considered.
• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program with an anticipated graduation date between December 2027 and August 2028.
• Basic understanding of Microsoft Office programs with proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Data-driven problem-solver who can build and maintain productive partnerships by living our core values.

Qualifications

• Possess a sense of curiosity, adaptability, and a willingness to embrace new challenges and learning opportunities.
• Ability to think critically with high attention to detail and listening, oral, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate initiative, curiosity, adaptability, and a willingness to continuously learn and grow.

Skills

• Basic understanding of retail math.
• Product/merchandising knowledge.
• Building a career in Buying.

Benefits

• An hourly pay of $23 per hour.
• An associate discount for in-store purchases.
• Professional development opportunities for long-term career growth.

Pay

$23 per hour

Schedule

A hybrid model that mirrors our full-time associates and is 2-3 days in-office. This schedule can be subject to change. (Relocation benefits are available for those who are eligible).

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage including life and disability insurance.
• Paid time off, paid holidays and a 401(k) plan.