Retail Buying/Merchandising Internship - Blain's Farm & Fleet

At Blain’s Farm & Fleet we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to have a job they love, work in a great environment, grow their career, and enjoy a positive balance.

As a family-owned retailer we take pride in offering a competitive benefit package designed to support you & your life. It is one of the reasons we have been named a Forbes Best Employer for six consecutive years!

• Training Seminars: build the skills to grow your career
• Associate discount on name brands like Carhartt, Under Armour, STIHL, Milwaukee Tool, DeWalt & much more!
• Internal recognition programs that support an engaged workplace
• Competitive base pay starting at $17.00/hr

*The pay listed for this position may vary based on experience. Please note, compensation decisions are contingent on the facts and conditions for each job opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as, training and experience, the position’s work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires.

Please note salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Blain’s Farm & Fleet position description for accurate pay range information.

Supports the merchant team through various tasks, including product selection, product arrangement, and market research. They assist with analyzing sales data, preparing reports, and coordinating with vendors and suppliers. The role provides hands-on experience in the retail industry, helping interns understand the merchandising process and develop skills in product assortment, pricing, and promotion strategies.

• Work directly with Merchandising Supervisor/Buyer Mentor to execute analysis of item productivity by using all available resources including sales reports and Microsoft software programs.
• Work directly with Merchandising Supervisor/Buyer Mentor in coordinating efforts with divisional partners regarding building and documenting plan-o-grams, merchandising standards, store execution and customer experience.
• Shadow merchants on store visits to see the results of the merchant team’s work in a live environment.
• Shadow the functions of a Retail Buyer- including sitting in vendor meetings, helping with selection of merchandise, learning about forecasting with the relationship of Demand Planning Analyst, learning about Retail Advertising, etc……
• Complete project assigned at the beginning of the internship. (SWOT analysis, time study, line review, etc….)
• Demonstrate awareness and compliance with Loss Prevention and safety policies and/or procedures.

• Currently enrolled in a relevant degree program, preferably in Business, Marketing, Fashion Merchandising, or a related field.
• Be 12-18 months from Graduation from an accredited University or College
• Have a 2.5 GPA or higher
• Possess a valid driver's license

Blain Supply, Inc and Blain’s Farm and Fleet (collectively “Blain’s”) is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize the importance of diversity and creating an inclusive culture in order to leverage the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. Blain’s does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any applicable legally protected status. Our goal is to continue to be recognized as an employer of choice and we have received Forbes Best Mid-Sized company to work for an unprecedented 6 years in a row.