Sales Intern - Chicago

Randa Apparel & Accessories; Rosemont (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site internship

Job summary

Randa Apparel & Accessories (RAA) invites applicants to a 10-week Sales internship based in Chicago. You will support the Sales and Sales Planning teams, gain exposure to retail and wholesale fundamentals, and contribute to cross-functional projects.

Selected interns will shadow teams, assist with samples and reports, attend weekly meetings, and manage sample workflows while learning forecasting and inventory processes. Apply to grow with a global apparel leader.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program.
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.
• On-site availability, Monday–Friday.
• Able to commit to the full 10-week duration.
• Strong collaboration and proactive learning mindset.

Responsibilities

• Shadow Sales in day-to-day responsibilities.
• Assist with pulling samples and reports for internal/customer meetings.
• Attend weekly meetings.
• Own sample management (assortment boards, PP/TOP samples).
• Exposure to OTB and Inventory Management processes.
• Work closely with the Merchandising Department based on Sales needs.
• Work with Sales to manage PO activity for each customer and category.
• Learn forecasting and projections for product categories.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree student

GPA 3.0+

Job description

Pay:

$20.00 Per Hour

Dates:

June 7, 2027 - August 13, 2027

Schedule:

In-Office, Monday - Thursday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Friday 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM / 30-minute lunch every day

Location:

Chicago, IL

Who is Randa Apparel & Accessories?

At RAA, we trust and believe in our associates to fashion their future. A global powerhouse with over 100 years of expertise, Randa Apparel & Accessories (RAA) is one of the world’s leading apparel and lifestyle accessories companies, operating a portfolio of 30+ brands across all channels of distribution. RAA produces exceptional products and services, delights our customers, and makes our partners successful. We empower our associates, create growth opportunities at every level, and strive to make RAA the best place to build a career. Want to work at a diverse, equitable, & inclusive workspace where associates are encouraged to bring their true, authentic selves?

Overview

In this 10-week specialized program, you will be exposed to Sales and Sales Planning Functions. You will assist the Sales Team and Sales Planning team and be exposed to the fundamentals of retail and wholesale businesses.

Sales Intern Duties And Responsibilities

• Shadow Sales in day-to-day responsibilities
• Assist with pulling samples and reports for internal/customer meetings
• Attend weekly meetings
• Own sample management ( i.e. maintaining assortment boards, receiving and sending PP/TOP samples)
• Exposure to OTB and Inventory Management processes
• Work closely with the Merchandising Department based on Sales needs
• Work with Sales to manage PO activity for each customer and category
• Learn the fundamentals of forecasting and projections for our product categories

Project

Interns will be assigned a group project and a mentor to help provide coaching & support throughout the project. The project will be presented in the final week to various leaders within the organization. The goal is to research and present a solution or recommendation based on white space within the company. This will give interns an opportunity to work with cross-functional departments and individuals across our multiple locations to put together a solution to create a positive change.

Qualifications

• Sales or Business Majors a plus
• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Must be available to work on-site, Monday through Friday
• Able to commit to the full duration of the internship program (10 weeks)
• Thrives in collaborative settings and understands the value of cross-functional alignment
• Self-motivated with a proactive attitude toward learning and problem-solving
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and managing multiple priorities
• Looking to gain hands-on experience