Intern - Merchandising (Buying)

Support Center - Irving Our 10-week paid Summer Internship Program is designed to attract and develop future leaders. This opportunity is for individuals currently enrolled in an accredited college or university pursuing career opportunities in retail. As a Merchandising Intern at Michaels, you will be assigned to a team in Buying and gain hands-on experience with core responsibilities, relevant projects, and professional development opportunities. Major Activities * Collaborate with fellow interns and cross-functional partners on meaningful projects that directly contribute to our business goals. This includes an intern group project presented to company leaders. * Actively participate in learning and development opportunities designed to help you grow personally and professionally. * Develop a diverse skillset through hands-on experience and exposure to various aspects of the business. This includes facility tours, mentorship, Q&A panels, in-store experience, and more. * Contribute your fresh perspective and creative ideas to your assigned team and your intern group project. * Manage your projects or tasks, demonstrating initiative, time management, and the ability to produce good work results. * Embody our culture of collaboration and inclusivity by learning from and engaging with your peers and leaders. Other duties as assigned Minimum Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Minimum Education * Bachelor's degree in Merchandising or a related field. Minimum Type of Experience the Job Requires * GPA of 3.0 or above * College juniors and above * Proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint * Analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills Other * A strong communicator, creative thinker, and team player who is eager to learn and grow. * Experience working in a retail environment is preferred. * Demonstrate an interest in buying and a desire to learn the merchandising process and product lifecycle. Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job. At The Michaels Companies Inc, our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity. As the leading creative destination in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise, and MakerPlace by Michaels, a dedicated handmade goods marketplace. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative. For more information, please visit  At Michaels, we prioritize the wellbeing of our teams by providing robust benefits for both full-time and part-time Team Members. Our benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), paid time off, tuition assistance, generous employee discounts, and much more. For more information, visit mikbenefits.com. Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all customers to create, innovate and be better together. Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-642-4235 (1800-MICHAEL). EEOC Know Your Rights Poster in English EEOC Know Your Rights Poster in Spanish EEOC Poster Optimized for Screen Readers Federal FMLA Poster Federal EPPAC Poster