What are the responsibilities and job description for the Merchandising Intern position at Edgewood Outfitters LLC?
Company Description
Edgewood Outfitters LLC is a family-owned fashion outfitter specializing in classic American style for people of all genders. The brand offers a thoughtfully curated collection that includes premium denim, tops, dresses, loungewear, intimates, outerwear, accessories, and men’s apparel. Edgewood Outfitters provides free-spirited boho fashion for women in sizes Small–3X and classic everyday fashion for men in sizes Small–2X, emphasizing inclusive sizing and timeless design. The company is committed to delivering quality, comfort, and style that support customers’ everyday lives and adventures. Team members join a collaborative environment focused on customer experience, product excellence, and authentic style.
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Role Description
The Merchandising Intern will support the merchandising team with day-to-day activities, including assisting with product selection, assortment planning, and inventory organization across categories such as denim, tops, dresses, and accessories. This internship role is on-site in Chesapeake, VA, and involves preparing product displays, helping maintain visual standards on the sales floor, and participating in seasonal merchandising updates. The intern will help track product performance, gather customer feedback, and support data entry related to sales and inventory. Additional responsibilities may include coordinating samples, preparing trend and competitor research, and collaborating with store and marketing staff to ensure merchandise is presented in a compelling and consistent way.
Looking for a Merchandising Intern ( Unpaid ) to help assist the Head of Operations with the following.
- Inputing new merchandise to website
- Inputing merchandise descriptions
- Keeping inventory up-to-date via website ( Shopify )
- Learning how to develop, edit, and produce the products for sale in stores
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Key Responsibilities
- Generating and updating weekly or monthly sales reports to track product performance and identify top-selling or slow-moving items
- Monitoring stock levels across stores or online channels, assisting with stock transfers, and alerting senior buyers to potential inventory shortages
- Conducting research on competitor pricing, product assortments, and broader consumer trends to identify new business opportunities
- Inputing new product to the website via Shopify
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Qualifications
- Interest in fashion merchandising, retail buying, or apparel management, with a basic understanding of product categories such as denim, dresses, and accessories.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, maintain accurate records, and support inventory-related activities.
- Attention to detail and visual awareness, including a keen eye for color, fit, and style, and the ability to help maintain clear, appealing merchandise displays.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work well in a team, interact professionally with staff and customers, and follow guidance from supervisors.
- Proficiency with basic computer tools (e.g., spreadsheets, email, point-of-sale systems), and comfort learning new retail or merchandising software.
- Ability to work on-site in Chesapeake, VA, including standing, moving merchandise, and performing light physical tasks throughout shifts.
- Current student or recent graduate in Fashion Merchandising, Business, Marketing, or a related field is preferred, but all applicants with relevant interest and skills are encouraged to apply.
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Compensation
- Internship credit for class ( make sure once hired to provide all paperwork needed by college to obtain credit )
- Real-Life experience in boutique merchandising
- Help build up your portfolio / portfolio creation
- 3 Letters of Recommendation
- 3 Professional References
- Opportunity to grow into a paid position upon end of internship / performance
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Benefits
- Flexible Hours
- All employees receive a 30% discount at all locations in-store and online.
- Opportunity to be in company social media and marketing video and photo shoots