
Intern Merchandising (m/f/d)
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Job description
C&A posted this role. Below, we break down what it means for a working student in Düsseldorf: your weekly hours, take-home pay and visa limits.
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Description provided by C&A
The future looks like you
With over 1,300 stores in 17 European countries and more than 25,000 employees, C&A is one of Europe’s leading fashion retailers. Every day, C&A welcomes millions of visitors to its stores in Europe and to its online shop. C&A offers quality and long-lasting fashion at affordable prices for
the many. We are building on more than 180 years of experience in the fashion industry and continuously modernize the company to become an omnichannel fashion retailer.
At C&A we are driven by our values and we believe that affordable and high-quality fashion is not contradictory to caring for people & the planet, we are always forward thinking and acting to develop our business and innovate the industry. This is your chance to join the C&A team as an Intern Merchandising (m/f/d)!
Your Responsibilities
- Assist the merchandising team in the daily responsibilities of running the business
- Support the merchandising team in assortment planning, line building, and product overviews
- Assist in gathering and analyzing sales data, KPIs, and market performance insights
- Conduct competitor benchmarking and market research (online and in-store) to support assortment decisions
- Help prepare seasonal product briefs, range presentations, and merchandising tools
- Support the creation and maintenance of line plans and pricing structures
- Update and maintain product data in systems (e.g., PLM, Excel trackers, merchandising tools)
- Gather samples for meetings, maintain the sample room and support of any collection / presentation setup
- Participate in sign-offs or meetings, take notes, and support follow-up actions
- Shadow merchandisers to understand how product strategy translates into commercial success
What You Bring
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business, Fashion Management, Merchandising, or a related field
- Basic to intermediate proficiency in Excel (e.g., data handling, simple analysis); familiarity with PowerPoint is a plus
- Strong interest in merchandising and understanding of retail, product lifecycle, and consumer trends
- Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Good numerical and data interpretation skills
- Proactive, team-oriented, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment
- Fluent in English; any additional language is a plus
What We Offer
This is an opportunity for you to join us on a truly exciting transformation journey, where you’ll be able to leave footprints that last and contribute significantly to our vision. As well as knowing that you played a key part in the evolution of one of Europe’s most recognizable retail brands, you will also enjoy:
- Countless learning and development opportunities via our C&A academy
- An employee discount of 20% in C&A stores
- Mental health and wellness program
- An exciting job in an international and inspirational working environment
- A positive working atmosphere and a talented team with an open feedback culture
C&A fosters equal opportunity for people of all backgrounds and identities. We are led by a gender-balanced board that is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization where everyone can become their best self.
We do not discriminate based on age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, parental and family status, or any other protected characteristic. We welcome applications from women, men and non-binary candidates of all ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds. We encourage people belonging to underrepresented groups to apply.
Even if you don't check every box, but see yourself contributing, please apply and help us build an inclusive community.
Working student essentials
What this Marketing internship in Düsseldorf means for you: the pay rules, the social contributions, and what international students should check before applying.
Weekly hours
Internships have no 20-hour cap, but a voluntary internship longer than three months generally has to pay at least the German minimum wage. Mandatory internships in your study programme are exempt.
Working student rulesSocial contributions
Mandatory internships are largely exempt from social contributions. Voluntary internships are treated like regular employment once they run long enough, so contributions usually apply.
Check your insuranceInternational students
Non-EU students can work 140 full or 280 half days per year (raised from 120/240 in March 2024). A working student contract usually fits within this — confirm the exact limits printed on your residence permit.
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