Macy's Internship Program - Supply Chain/Product Development and Sourcing

Macy's

18.15-26.40

United States, New York, New York

151 West 34th Street (Show on map)

Apr 04, 2025

Be part of an amazing story.

Macy's is more than just a store. We're a story. One that's captured the hearts and minds of America for more than 160 years. A story about innovations and traditions...about inspiring stores and irresistible products...about the excitement of the Macy's 4th of July Fireworks, and the wonder of the Thanksgiving Day Parade. We've been part of memorable moments and milestones for countless customers and colleagues. Those stories are part of what makes this such a special place to work.

Job Overview

The Macy's 8-week summer internship program in Product Development provides exposure to the development of Macy's private label brands. The Product Development function is part of Macy's Supply Chain division and is responsible for driving sales growth and profitability through exclusive brands. The Product Development team owns assortment execution and is responsible for building and managing Macy's Private Brand programs. The team is instrumental in building the vision of Macy's Private Brands and works with Sourcing to achieve desired final product cost and Brand / Category IMU targets for its products. The Product Development teams work closely with the buying and sourcing teams to ensure the translation of design intent into an approved sample that meets the brand's aesthetic, style and fit needs at the cost and margin targets required. Key responsibilities include executing against the assortment strategy and participating in milestone meetings.

Macy's summer internship program provides interns with a hands-on and in-depth understanding of a core business function in retail. Interns have opportunities to directly impact the business as a key part of a team and by sharing new ideas. Macy's interns experience everything our culture has to offer through exposures to senior leaders, professional development workshops, and networking opportunities. The internship program may lead to an opportunity to work full-time with Macy's in our early careers program after graduation. This internship program will be held in Macy's New York, New York Corporate offices and will begin in June.

Essential Functions

Receive professional development through a combination of hands-on learning, structured workshops, and collaborative projects
Build relationships with other interns, business leaders, and team colleagues
Competitive shop to understand competitor assortment
Assist in managing and tracking all meeting samples requested for area of responsibility
Review sample execution with team
Assist in creating initial styles in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system & Order Management System (OMS)
Support in preparation for Mid-Point / Pre-Line Review, Line Review Meetings and Post Buy Recap meetings
Assist in keying assortment purchase orders (PO) as well as managing and tracking POs throughout the season
Work with Product Associate to update IMU Roll-Up throughout the season
Aptitude to function within deadlines, while working both independently and as part of a team
Regular, dependable attendance & punctuality

Competencies

High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Junior status (rising Senior at the time of the internship), pursuing a Bachelor's degree with strong academic performance.
Minimum 3.0 GPA preferred.
All majors will be considered for this opportunity.
Excellent written and verbal skills with the ability to influence others. Strong storytelling and presentation skills.
Ability to read, write, and interpret instructional documents such as reports and procedure manuals.
Must have excellent mathematical skills.
Ability to apply concepts of profitability and statistical inference to practical situations.
Readily grasp numerical concepts and interpret financial information accurately.
Ability to utilize retail math skills to analyze and drive business.
Ability to independently organize and prioritize broad workload to meet deadlines in a challenging, fast-paced environment.
Ability to think through problems and apply strategies to solve.
Ability to multitask and collaborate cross functionally with multiple internal and external business partners.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong trend and pattern recognition skills.
Basic understanding of financial performance metrics and assortment planning.
Proficient in Microsoft Office - advanced proficiency in Excel (vlookup, pivot tables, macros, advanced formulas, etc.) is a plus.
Run and interpret reports and operate system tools as assigned by supervisor.
Demonstrated leadership and team-building abilities.
Ability to streamline processes.
Exhibits high standards and accountability; takes pride in accuracy.
High aptitude; process information quickly with ability to offer solutions to challenges with strong decision making skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to manage across all levels.
Ability to work a flexible schedule based on department and Company needs.

Physical Requirements

Position requires prolonged periods of standing/walking around facility or department.
Frequent use of computers and other technology necessary to perform job duties, including handheld electronic equipment.
May involve reaching, crouching, kneeling, stooping and color vision.
Frequently lift/move up to 25lbs.

About Us

This is a great time to join Macy's! Whether you're helping a customer find the perfect gift, streamlining operations in one of our distribution centers, enhancing our online shopping experience, buying in-style and on-trend merchandise to outfit our customers, or designing a balloon for the Thanksgiving Day Parade, we offer unique opportunities to be part of some of the most memorable moments in people's lives.

Join us and help write the next chapter in our story - Apply Today!