Summer 2027 Buying Intern

About the role

Dillard's Buying/Design internship is a fully paid, fast-paced, competitive program designed to prepare talented and ambitious college students for a full-time position within Dillard's Buying/Design Team.

The program runs from May 24, 2027 to July 30, 2027. It includes two-week rotations through select Accessories, Home, and Menswear Buying & Design teams, with a focus on understanding the buying and design process, learning systems, area-specific projects, and job shadowing. Training workshops provide insight into merchant and store support areas, including Replenishment, Finance & Accounting, Distribution Centers & Logistics, Vendor Compliance, Store Planning & Construction, and Product Development & Design. The program also includes networking opportunities and store visits with Senior Leaders.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze data and reports, including sales, orders, sales-to-stock ratios, and trends, to determine courses of action based on brand performance.
• Manage Purchase Orders through style setup, order generation, and database management.
• Create assortment plans for stores based on sales plans.
• Analyze fashion trends and recommend future product purchases.
• Manage vendor performance to achieve financial goals.
• Analyze and recommend opportunities to expand existing brands and establish new brands.
• Review replenishment by door to maximize product performance and minimize liabilities.
• Develop relationships with vendors to optimize performance and achieve business objectives.
• Prepare and recommend marketing and advertising proposals related to assigned brands.
• Communicate professionally with members of the organization and vendor partners.
• Organize and maintain sample development vaults and rooms based on team needs.
• Visit Dillard's stores with buyers and executives to identify opportunities to support retail teams.

Requirements

• Interest and ability in analytical and financial skills.
• Previous internships and/or work experience preferred.
• Ability to multitask.

Key facts

• The program runs from May 24, 2027 to July 30, 2027.
• The internship is fully paid.
• It includes two-week rotations through select Accessories, Home, and Menswear Buying & Design teams.
• Previous internships and/or work experience preferred.