Merchandising - Summer 2026 Corporate Internship *Job will be unposted on Sunday, November 30th*
DICK'S Sporting GoodsAbout the role
At DICK’S Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve.
If you are ready to make a difference as part of the world’s greatest sports team, apply to join our team today!
OVERVIEW:
At DICK’S Sporting Goods, interns will have the opportunity to work with and learn from the leaders of a growing Fortune 400 company. DICK’S Sporting Goods is returning to campus this year; to recruit, train and develop top collegiate talent into well-rounded merchants.
During the 11-week summer experience, interns will take on meaningful work assignments and make tangible contributions to the organization’s success. This structured and well-organized program provides on-the-job training, classroom instruction, cross-functional departmental exposure, and an end-of-program project presentation.
Area of Placement
Allocations & Replenishment (Assistant Inventory Planner Intern):
The goal of an assistant inventory planner intern is to develop a skill-set that allows for accurate execution and optimization of available systems to ensure the right product, gets to the right place, at the right time to meet athlete demand.
• Leverage corporate and ad-hoc reporting to review and react to store inventory concerns, trends, and opportunities
• Utilize analytical skills to make data driven decisions to correctly manage and allocate inventory
• Provide critical input into determining how to most effectively utilize our inventory to support merchandise plans, advertising, regional, and competitive initiatives
• Maintain proper inventory levels by store location to support sales, margin and turn goals
• Understand the role of Supply Chain to balance and adjust levels of inventory flow to stores
Some of your experiences will include:
• Multi-day intern orientation to introduce you to the company, the program, Pittsburgh, and your teammates
• Professional development workshops designed to increase your knowledge of the company and the retail industry, as well as develop your business acumen and professionalism
• Extensive exposure to our senior leadership through our exclusive, intern only, Senior Leadership Speakers Series which includes a fireside chat with our CEO!
• Opportunities to “live the brand” and experience summer fun outside the office through various events sponsored by DICK’S Sporting Goods
• Fully furnished summer housing is provided for interns who reside outside of the Metro Pittsburgh area or a travel stipend will be provided for local interns
• Working a 40 hour work week, Monday – Friday
Qualifications - External
Skills we are looking for:
• A competitive spirit with a passion for results
• An interest and confidence in working with data and numbers; strong mathematical/quantitative skills highly preferred
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to independently make data-driven recommendations
• A curiosity and desire to learn about consumer and retail trends, including customer demographics, purchasing influencers and emerging technology
• Dynamic written and verbal communication style to read and write reports, as well as communicate cross functionally and vertically throughout the organization
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment
We look for potential candidates with:
• Graduation date of Winter 2026 or Spring 2027
• Enrolled in an accredited 4-year institution
• Strong proficiency in Excel
• An ability to relocate to the Pittsburgh, PA area for the summer
Start Date: May 18, 2026
End Date: July 30, 2026
Full-time opportunities in 2027:
Interns will be evaluated at the end of the program for full-time positions in 2027. Qualified interns will be placed into our Merchandising Trainee Program.
Pay & Perks:
Consideration for full-time jobs after graduation*
Fully furnished housing for non-local interns arranged and paid for by DSG
Hybrid work model: WFH Monday & Friday, in office Tues – Thurs.
Two paid holidays – Memorial Day and July 4th
Teammate Discount
Uber codes for Interns who do not have a vehicle to commute to and from the office
Corporate Office amenities such as on-site gym and Starbucks
Meaningful work projects selected by functional leaders
Executive
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