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About usLOFT creates modern, feminine, versatile clothing for women with one common style goal: to look and feel confident wherever the day takes them. We empower women to find their authentic self-expression because feeling like yourself is always in style.

 

Here at LOFT, we're busy styling the careers and supporting the lives of everyday optimists just like you. Express your authentic self and experience endless inspiration, all while enjoying the opportunities and benefits that help you get the most from your career, life, and wardrobe.

 

Are you interested in experiencing a firsthand view into the world of retail management? Join LOFT in Saucon Valley to become a part of our team and learn how we bring our brand to life within our store!

This 12-week paid opportunity includes working with an array of retail leaders--from store management to district leadership, business partners and our corporate office leaders. Dive into a role that embraces our inclusive culture with a focus on growth and development towards your individualized career goals.

Not only do you get an enriching experience--we offer great perks too!

* College credit

* Up to 70% discount

* Schedule flexibility

* Exposure to executive leadership

Through our collective brands--including Ann Taylor, LOFT, Talbots and Lane Bryant--we serve customers across all generations, identities, affiliations, and body types. Our brands have spanned decades and continue to evolve with the changing retail apparel landscape. We are committed to providing fashion and inspiration for living confidently every day and we believe what you do is just a s important as how you do it. We are committed to fostering a community where all Associates feel connected to what we stand for, are accountable to growing our culture together, lead with their strengths and are supported in their individual development.

Over the course of the program, Interns will connect with dynamic leaders and associates who are passionate about our brands and lead with a customer-first mindset. They will experience a firsthand view into the intricate world of retail and be an active participant in bringing our brands to life within our stores. Interns will be provided with a challenging hands-on experience in retail management through functional area touch points, developmental opportunities, and executive exposure.

You will have the opportunity to:

* Build leadership skills by working alongside dynamic store leaders, associates, and business partners

* Develop people skills by actively engaging in networking, recruiting, selection and training activities

* Leverage available tools and resources to ensure an efficient, customer-focused environment

* Motivate associates to anticipate the customers' needs and exceed her expectations

* Identify business trends and opportunities, monitor key metrics, and coach to successfully encourage behaviors that drive positive results and lead to business growth

*Effectively communicate and collaborate with teams to problem solve and reach resolution

* Gain experience in merchandising through planning, executing, and adjusting visual directives to support business priorities

Interns will be expected to work approximately 20-25 hours per week and maintain a flexible work schedule; including nights, weekends, and holidays. To apply applicants must be a current college junior, senior or recent college graduate and be able to provide professional and/or academic recommendations.

Interested applicants must:

* Embrace our diverse, inclusive culture and lead by example through their behaviors

* Possess a customer-first mentality and represent our brands through their style

* Be a collaborative team player and be results-oriented

* Communicate effectively with customers, managers, business partners, associates, and peers

* Organize, delegate, and prioritize assignments, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision

* Take initiative in making decisions on a timely/urgent bases

* Be able to maneuver around the sales floor, stockroom, and office, and lift up to 20 lbs., and retrieve and stock merchandise

 

Location:

Store 1729-Saucon Valley-ANN-Center Valley, PA 18034Position Type:Intern (Fixed Term)/Part timeEqual Employment Opportunity

The Company is committed to hiring and developing the most qualified people at all levels.  It is our policy in all employment decisions to ensure that all associates and potential associates are evaluated on the basis of qualifications and ability without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability that can reasonably be accommodated without undue hardship, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected classification under applicable law.  We do not discriminate in any of our employment policies and practices.  All associates are expected to follow these principles in all relationships with other associates, applicants, or others with whom we do business. 

The Company welcomes applications from people with disabilities.  Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the application process.