EXCITED TO GROW YOUR CAREER? WE’RE GLAD YOU’RE HERE! We have an exciting intern opportunity on our Global Rewards team for summer 2024. The internship will be a 10-12 week program so candidates need to be available to work the full time the whole summer. In addition to getting some real world experience, also includes lunch & learns with various departments, executive/leadership meet and greets, teambuilding with the cohort, intern events, career support resources, etc.Position will work 40 hours a week, M-F daytime hours working on site at our Fenton location at least 3 days a week. Relocation is not provided.This internship will have three main elements to it including:Product Development Project 1: Sustainable Unboxing Experience Display Objective: Design and implement a display that showcases sustainability, in line with the specifications set forth in the 2024 Product Release Merchandising Strategy. Candidate will also:
Design and produce a DIY unboxing video short.
Collaborate in marketing material design.
Attend a sit beside with Rewards Strategy Director to understand the product pitch process.
Participate in curation and preproduction editorials with the New York team.
Product Merchandising
Project 2: Develop and implement a Rewards Showroom-guided cue user experience. This entails creating a step-by-step walkthrough utilizing various mediums such as visual, audio, or digital resources, all of which will be provided within the showroom itself.
Candidate will also:
Collaborate with the Rewards team in designing the visual display for the fall and winter season outside the showroom.
Gain hands-on experience in preparing for a pitch to a major client, including assisting in the set-up and prepping process. This opportunity will provide valuable insight into the presentation process.
Participate in the Rewards Showroom open house specifically organized for the internal sales team.
Strategic Merchandising
Project: Pop Culture Report
Investigate and analyze the latest trends and patterns in consumer spending, with a focus on the rise of social commerce and its impact on purchasing behavior. This comprehensive report will delve into various reward categories, examining macro and micro trends.
Qualifications:
Interns must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 or above.
Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program with a completion of 60 credit hours, or currently enrolled in a master's degree/PHD program. Interns that are graduating in May or August do not qualify. They must be enrolled and returning to their university or college.
Currently pursuing a degree in Marketing, or Business Admin. A minor or emphasis in Merchandising strongly preferred.
Experience using Powerpoint
Proficiency in social media and a strong aptitude in content creation is desired.
Experience with researching material either school or job experience
AI knowledge or experience a plus
Disclaimer
This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates within this classification. It is not designed to confirm or be interpreted as a comprehensive summary of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job.
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