Website Primark
Location: Various UK and Ireland locations
Duration: 10–12 weeks (summer) or 6–12 months (placement)
Start Date: Summer 2024
Job Description:
Primark is offering an exciting opportunity for undergraduate students to gain practical experience through its 2024 Internship Program. As one of the world’s leading retailers in fashion, Primark provides a dynamic, fast-paced environment where you’ll get hands-on exposure to various areas such as buying, merchandising, supply chain, finance, marketing, and human resources.
During the internship, you’ll work alongside experienced professionals and contribute to real-world projects that drive Primark’s business forward. This program is designed to equip you with key skills, industry knowledge, and insights into the retail sector, providing a valuable foundation for your future career.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in day-to-day operations in your assigned department, such as supporting buying and merchandising decisions or aiding in marketing campaigns.
- Conduct market research and trend analysis to support business strategies and projects.
- Help manage inventory, logistics, or product allocation to stores.
- Participate in meetings, both internal and cross-functional, to contribute ideas and updates on ongoing projects.
- Work with the finance team to assist with budgeting, forecasting, or financial analysis (for finance-focused roles).
- Collaborate with the HR department on employee engagement initiatives and recruitment activities (for HR-focused roles).
- Support your team in developing and improving processes to drive business efficiency.
- Attend training sessions and workshops to enhance your professional and technical skills.
Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program, ideally in business, fashion, marketing, supply chain, finance, or a related field.
- On track to achieve a minimum of a 2:1 degree classification (or equivalent).
- Must be in your penultimate year of university or a placement year student.
- Legally authorized to work in the UK or Ireland.
Experience:
- No prior work experience is required, but any relevant coursework, previous internships, or project-based work will be viewed as an advantage.
- Experience working in a team-oriented environment, preferably in a retail or customer service setting, is beneficial.
- Familiarity with retail trends or fashion industry knowledge is a plus for roles in buying or merchandising.
Skills:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment and contribute to group projects.
- High level of organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) or similar tools.
- Adaptability and a proactive approach to learning new tasks.
- Enthusiasm for fashion, retail, and working in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary for the duration of the internship.
- Hands-on experience working in a global retail company.
- Exposure to various areas of the business, from merchandising to marketing and finance.
- Access to mentorship from industry professionals and opportunities to network.
- Structured development programs and on-the-job learning.
- Potential for fast-tracking into Primark’s graduate schemes upon successful completion of the internship.
- Flexible working arrangements and opportunities for career progression within Primark.
- Discount on Primark products and access to employee benefits.
How to Apply:
- Visit the Primark Careers page and search for “Undergraduate Internship Vacancies 2024.”
- Complete the online application form, providing your CV, cover letter, and academic details.
- Include your university course details, expected graduation date, and predicted grades.
- Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend interviews or assessment centers.
- Successful candidates will need to complete background checks as part of the hiring process.
To apply for this job please visit careers.primark.com.
