Trend-Driven Merchandising Intern, Summer 2027

AEO; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Associate Discount!

Summer Fridays!

Relocation Assistance

Volunteer Opportunities

Learning & Development

Career Exploration + Networking Events

Job summary

AEO, Inc. is offering a Merchandising Intern position for Summer 2027 in Pittsburgh, PA. The 10-week program pairs you with a merchant to learn assortment planning, from concept through production to in-store impact.

You will analyze sales trends, conduct competitive research, and craft data-driven trend stories while collaborating with multiple teams. The internship offers mentorship, roundtables with executives, and potential for a full-time offer in the Assistant Merchant Training Program.

Qualifications

• Rising Senior at a 4 year college or university, pursuing a Business Related Degree.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA required
• Passion for retail and knowledge of the AEO Inc. family of brands
• Understanding of fashion trends and how they relate to the AE/aerie customer
• Strong business acumen gained through classes, internships or prior work experience
• Excellent written & verbal communication, presentation and interpersonal skills
• Highly organized with the ability to prioritize and problem solve in a fast-paced work environment
• Demonstrated collaborative skills and team-oriented mindset
• Self-starter with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting
• Highly Proficient in MS Office Suite, specifically Excel
• Must be local to the AEO Home Office in Pittsburgh, PA for the duration of the 10 week internship

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing daily sales recaps and analyze performance trends to inform business strategies
• Conduct competitor analysis and comp shopping to identify product and market trends
• Gain exposure to the business recap process and learn how to craft clear, data-driven trend stories
• Support sample trafficking using internal systems, check-ins, and coordination with relevant teams
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams to gather a holistic view of the business
• Present milestone projects and final intern project with insights to Merchandising leadership
• Attend and contribute to classes, team meetings, connecting learnings to real-world applications

Skills

Excel

Communication

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Business-related degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

AEO, Inc. is offering a Merchandising Intern position for Summer 2027 in Pittsburgh, PA. The 10-week program pairs you with a merchant to learn assortment planning, from concept through production to in-store impact.

You will analyze sales trends, conduct competitive research, and craft data-driven trend stories while collaborating with multiple teams. The internship offers mentorship, roundtables with executives, and potential for a full-time offer in the Assistant Merchant Training Program.