Planning & Merchandising Intern

Cagayan State University; Richardson (TX); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Real-world experience

Mentorship

Professional development

Networking opportunities

Employee discounts

Job summary

Fossil Group in Richardson, TX invites motivated students for a 10-week paid internship (Summer 2027). You will work with Planning and Merchandising on product, sales, and inventory analysis, including reporting and cross-functional collaboration.

On-site Monday–Thursday with Friday remote work. Bring strong analytical skills, comfort with Excel, and a passion for fashion, consumer products, or merchandising.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree; graduating Spring 2027–Spring 2028.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Comfortable working with data and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Support Planning and Merchandising with product, sales, and inventory analysis.
• Distribute, allocate, and replenish product to stores to maximize sales and inventory objectives.
• Analyze sales trends, product performance and inventory levels.
• Monitor product availability across stores and identify opportunities to improve flow.
• Generate and analyze reports (style-selling, sell-through) to support objectives.
• Assist with assortment planning, forecasting, and inventory management.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and business recaps for cross-functional partners.
• Collaborate with Merchandising, Planning, Allocation, Commercial and other teams.
• Support seasonal planning and key business initiatives.
• Assist with special projects to improve product performance and inventory productivity.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree candidate

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Support Planning and Merchandising teams with product, sales, and inventory analysis
• Distribute, allocate, and replenish product to stores to maximize sales and support inventory objectives
• Assist with analyzing sales trends, product performance, and inventory levels
• Monitor product availability and inventory levels across stores and identify opportunities to improve product flow
• Generate and analyze reports, including style-selling and sell-through analysis, to support sales and inventory objectives
• Analyze sales, inventory, and product performance to identify trends and opportunities
• Assist with assortment planning, forecasting, and inventory management activities
• Help prepare reports, presentations, and business recaps for cross-functional partners
• Collaborate with Merchandising, Planning, Allocation, Commercial, and other cross-functional teams
• Support seasonal planning processes and key business initiatives
• Assist with special projects designed to improve product performance and inventory productivity
• Partner with a dedicated mentor for professional guidance and development
• Participate in workshops, lunch & learns, and panel discussions
• Present a capstone project to Fossil leadership at the end of the program
• Bring curiosity, analytical thinking, and fresh perspectives to team projects

About You

The company is looking for:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, graduating between Spring 2027 and Spring 2028
• Excited to work in-person at Fossil Group HQ in Richardson, TX (Monday–Thursday onsite, Friday remote)
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working with data and Microsoft Excel
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Able to communicate insights clearly and collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Passionate about fashion, consumer products, retail, or merchandising
• Curious, motivated, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment

Compensation & Benefits

• Paid Internship: Compensation provided for the full 10-week Summer 2027 program
• Real-World Experience: Hands-on projects that support team goals and business initiatives
• Expert Mentorship: Guidance and support from experienced Fossil Group professionals
• Professional Development: Workshops, panels, and learning opportunities throughout the program
• Networking & Community: Opportunities to connect with leaders, employees, and fellow interns
• Employee Discounts: Save on Fossil merchandise