Merchandising Design Internship

Are you ready to embark on an exciting summer internship journey with one of Maines most iconic outdoor brands At L. were not just about selling gear; were about inspiring and enabling people to enjoy the great outdoors. Whether youre hiking up a mountain of data paddling through event planning or navigating the trails of hiring top talent youll find your place here as a summer intern. Lace up your boots grab your backpack and get ready for an unforgettable adventure like no other with L. Summer Internship Program.

As an intern in our Design Department you will be given specific projects to complete throughout the summer within your department and the results of your projects will have a direct impact on our company. Heres a sample of some of the recent projects our interns have worked on:

• Collaborations with interns in other Departments (example Creative and Sustainability)

• Working with the Merchant intern to create an outerwear collection using Merchant Line Briefs

• Visiting the Archives to view our original 100 years of garments and creating a new collection based on it

• Working with our Clo Design Super Users to an create apparel collection in 3D

• Creating new prints and graphics for apparel collections based on our internal artwork libraries

• Researching relevant market trends to create color and trend boards

Key Responsibilities:

• Attend relevant meetings that will drive work

• Work with various cross-functional partners on key projects

• Systems work to support Design functions

Qualifications:

• Must be currently enrolled in a 4-year college or university degree program; Strong preference will be given to rising Juniors Seniors and graduating Seniors

• Passion for retail combined with a strong desire to represent the L. brand

• Strong analytical research and demonstrated leadership skills

• Flexibility and willingness to work where needed during the internship experience

• Exceptional interpersonal skills and strong oral and written communication skills

• Excellent problem-solving skills and strong attention to detail

• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks in a dynamic work environment

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

• Demonstrated proficiency in analyzing data and presenting findings Excel and PowerPoint

• Curiosity grit and a growth mindset

Health and Safety Requirement: Ensures compliance with the L. comprehensive Health and Safety program by knowing and following all safety guidelines policies procedures and expectations. Takes immediate and appropriate action to rectify any unsafe conditions.