Intern Merchandising (m/f/d)

C&A; Düsseldorf; On-site; EUR 13,392 - 16,740; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount of 20%

Mental health and wellness programme

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

C&A, located in Düsseldorf, is looking for an Intern in Merchandising (m/f/d) to assist with various responsibilities within the merchandising team. You will support the team in assortment planning and product overviews, help gather and analyze sales data, and participate in market research. This internship provides a valuable opportunity to learn about the fashion retail industry while contributing to a leading European retailer.

You will enjoy a positive working atmosphere, mentorship, and opportunities for personal growth. Candidates should have a background in Business or Fashion Management, and proficiency in Excel is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business, Fashion Management, Merchandising, or a related field.
• Basic to intermediate proficiency in Excel, familiarity with PowerPoint is a plus.
• Strong interest in merchandising and understanding of retail and consumer trends.

Responsibilities

• Assist the merchandising team in the daily responsibilities of running the business.
• Support the merchandising team in assortment planning and product overviews.
• Gather and analyse sales data and market performance insights.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Team-oriented

Fluency in English

Education

Degree in Business, Fashion Management or related field

Tools

PowerPoint

Job description

With over 1,300 stores in 17 European countries and more than 25,000 employees, C&A is one of Europe’s leading fashion retailers. Every day, C&A welcomes millions of visitors to its stores in Europe and to its online shop. C&A offers quality and long‑lasting fashion at affordable prices for millions.

We are building on more than 180 years of experience in the fashion industry and continuously modernise the company to become an omnichannel fashion retailer.

At C&A, we are driven by our values and we believe that affordable and high‑quality fashion is not contradictory to caring for people & the planet. We are always forward‑thinking and acting to develop our business and innovate the industry.

This is your chance to join the C&A team as an Intern Merchandising (m/f/d)!

Your Responsibilities

• Assist the merchandising team in the daily responsibilities of running the business
• Support the merchandising team in assortment planning, line building, and product overviews
• Assist in gathering and analysing sales data, KPIs, and market performance insights
• Conduct competitor benchmarking and market research (online and in‑store) to support assortment decisions
• Help prepare seasonal product briefs, range presentations, and merchandising tools
• Support the creation and maintenance of line plans and pricing structures
• Update and maintain product data in systems (e.g., PLM, Excel trackers, merchandising tools)
• Gather samples for meetings, maintain the sample room and support any collection / presentation setup
• Participate in sign‑offs or meetings, take notes, and support follow‑up actions
• Shadow merchandisers to understand how product strategy translates into commercial success

What You Bring

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business, Fashion Management, Merchandising, or a related field
• Basic to intermediate proficiency in Excel (e.g., data handling, simple analysis); familiarity with PowerPoint is a plus
• Strong interest in merchandising and understanding of retail, product lifecycle, and consumer trends
• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Good numerical and data interpretation skills
• Proactive, team‑oriented, and eager to learn in a fast‑paced environment
• Fluent in English; any additional language is a plus

What We Offer

This is an opportunity for you to join us on a truly exciting transformation journey, where you’ll be able to leave footprints that last and contribute significantly to our vision. As well as knowing that you played a key part in the evolution of one of Europe’s most recognisable retail brands, you will also enjoy:

• Countless learning and development opportunities via our C&A academy
• An employee discount of 20% in C&A stores
• Mental health and wellness programme
• An exciting job in an international and inspirational working environment
• A positive working atmosphere and a talented team with an open feedback culture

C&A fosters equal opportunity for people of all backgrounds and identities. We are led by a gender‑balanced board that is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone can become their best self. We do not discriminate based on age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, parental and family status, or any other protected characteristic. We welcome applications from women, men and non‑binary candidates of all ethnicities and socio‑economic backgrounds. We encourage people belonging to under‑represented groups to apply. Even if you don’t check every box, but see yourself contributing, please apply and help us build an inclusive community.