Nordstrom – Durham, NC

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Retail Sales Internship – The Streets at Southpoint
Nordstrom – Durham, NC
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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.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a diverse environment.
The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. No visa sponsorship is available for this position.