Hybrid Buying Intern: Merchandising & Market Prep

Burlington Stores; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Associate discount

Professional development opportunities

Relocation benefits available

Job summary

Burlington Stores in New York is seeking a Buying Intern for a 10-week summer program that mirrors the day-to-day of a full-time associate. You will gain hands-on experience in merchandise selection, negotiation, pricing, and planning with market visits and store tours.

The program features direct mentorship from an Assistant Buyer, a hybrid in-office schedule (2–3 days), relocation benefits if eligible, and opportunities to join Burlington as a full-time Assistant Buyer after graduation.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree with anticipated graduation between Dec 2027 and Aug 2028.
• Interest in retail math, product/merchandising, and a Buying career.
• Data-driven problem-solver with strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel within NY/NJ/PA for vendor visits and markets.
• Proficiency in Excel and basic Microsoft Office programs.

Responsibilities

• Support the buying team in merchandise selection, negotiation, and pricing.
• Assist with planning and coordination of product availability for ads and promos.
• Help with assortment planning to meet customer demand.
• Prepare trend boards for strategy meetings by researching trends.
• Track purchase orders and support market visits 1–2 days per week.

Skills

Retail math

Merchandising

Buying career

Data-driven

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Merchandising, Business, Retail Management, Supply Chain, Marketing, Economics

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Burlington Stores in New York is seeking a Buying Intern for a 10-week summer program that mirrors the day-to-day of a full-time associate. You will gain hands-on experience in merchandise selection, negotiation, pricing, and planning with market visits and store tours.

The program features direct mentorship from an Assistant Buyer, a hybrid in-office schedule (2–3 days), relocation benefits if eligible, and opportunities to join Burlington as a full-time Assistant Buyer after graduation.