Buying & Planning Intern, Spring 2027

We are looking for a Buying & Planning Intern to join the KHAITE team for this Spring Semester. This role will support both Buying & Planning teams and will be based out of the NYC HQ offices. This internship is unpaid and for college credit only.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Support the Buying team with daily administrative tasks, including maintaining assortment tools, purchase order tracking, and reporting.

Assist in analyzing weekly sales performance, inventory levels, and sell-through to help identify business opportunities.

Prepare product recaps, assortment presentations, and market meeting materials for internal reviews.

Help manage sample organization, product cataloging, and showroom preparation during market appointments and seasonal buys.

Partner with cross-functional teams, including Merchandising, Planning, Allocation, and Retail, to support the execution of seasonal assortments.

Conduct competitive market research and trend analysis to provide insights on product assortment, pricing, and the luxury retail landscape.

SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS

Interpersonal Skills:

Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Passion for luxury fashion and a keen eye for product and trends

Keen interest for fashion and eagerness to immerse themselves in the industry

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Education/Experience:

Currently enrolled for a Bachelor’s Degree; preferably in Fashion Buying & Merchandising, Business, or a related field

Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with retail math is a plus

Proficiency in MS Office Applications, including Outlook and PowerPoint, as well as the Google Suite

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Prior internship experience in fashion merchandising is preferred

Please note: This job description does not list all the duties of the job. Employees may be asked by management to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time.

OUR VALUES

Creativity ~ We are always imagining, never imitating.

Integrity ~ We do the right thing.

Kindness ~ We value people and their ideas, so we act and speak with compassion.

Agility ~ We move with intention, flexibility, and speed to stay ahead.

Tenacity ~ We are insatiable. Our drive is relentless.

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