Merchandising Assistant (Internship)

_Interns Will Learn ·         Specialty apparel – formalwear for w_eddings, proms, first communions, quinceañeras ·         All product lines ·         Measure girls and women for dresses and gowns; measure boys and men for tuxedos and suits ·         Silhouettes and fabrics of gowns; styles and fabrics of tuxedos ·         Pricing strategies ·         Advertising and marketing techniques for bridal salon ·         Display and merchandising Assignments ·         Assist brides with selection of gowns ·         Interact with customers ·         Provide fashion suggestions and expertise to clients ·         Attend buying trips to NYC; including bridal markets, gift shows, stationery shows, children’s wear shows ·         Give opinion on styles selections for the season ·         Assist in philanthropic activities, including Operation PROM Supervision ·         Primarily supervised by owner ·         At least one “lesson” per week ·         Staff meetings Financial Support ·         Lunch (up to $5 per day) ·         55¢per mile transportation (up to $5 per day) Timeframe ·         Weekends– Saturday 10am-2pm; Sunday 1pm-5pm (may be asked to stay more hours if helping a bride/customer) ·         Begins January 2013 through end of first semester 2013