Job Description - Retail Sales Internship -
Providence Place (061413)
Job Description
Retail
Sales Internship - Providence Place-061413
Since 1901, customers have come to Nordstrom for exceptional
fashion, savvy salespeople and lots of inspiration. That's why the
people who work here are so important. They delight our customers every
day with their expertise and creativity, and they drive their careers
and the success of our company. And ours is a company that supports you
as you strive to do what you do best.
Being part of the Nordstrom Retail Internship program gives you an
up-close and personal view of the fashion retail business. It's a
real-world perspective you won't find in any classroom.
During the Nordstrom Retail Internship program, you'll dedicate a
majority of your time to learning our business in the most important job
in our company - the salesperson. In addition to spending time on the
selling floor in a specific merchandise area, you'll work with many
levels of management and gain exposure to different areas of our retail
business. You'll also work closely with your department manager on
assigned projects, as well as attending management meetings and training
seminars.
In addition, participants in the Nordstrom Retail Internship
program are paid a competitive wage and commission, as well as an
employee merchandise discount.
Responsibilities
- Greet customers in a timely, professional and engaging manner
- Maintain an active awareness of the merchandise available in the department and store and be able to serve customers as needed
- Perform daily department maintenance tasks including stock work, re-merchandising, display, price markdowns, merchandise transfers and light cleaning
- Work as a team player to ensure each customer receives the best service possible
- Open new Nordstrom Fashion Rewards accounts as a means of building customer relationships
- Consistently seek new fashion and product knowledge to act as an expert for the customer
- Set and achieve personal sales goals while supporting the goals of the team
- Actively participate in and complete all components of the Internship Program, including time selling on the floor, sales and other customer events, classroom programs, etc.
Qualifications
- Interested in a career in retail management
- Experience in retail
- Enthusiasm for fashion and knowledge of current trends
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Enrolled in an accredited institution
- College junior or senior graduating in 2012 or 2013
The 2012 Internship Program starts May 29th and ends July 31st.
