BALENCIAGA Summer 2026 Retail Buying Intern | NYC

SummaryABOUT USFounded by Spanish-born Cristóbal Balenciaga in 1917 and established in Paris in 1937, the original House of Balenciaga defined modern couture with its many innovations to form and technique.Today it continues to uphold the vision of the House through boundary-pushing collections including women's and men's ready-to-wear, accessories, and objets d'art. The brand's unprecedented interactions with the expanding digital realm, material developments, and today's social responsibilities keep it at the forefront of modernity.In 2021, Balenciaga's 50th Couture collection-the House's first since its founder retired in 1968 - reintroduces a standard of cutting-edge elegance.From October 2015 to July 2025, Demna designed both men's and women's collections as the Artistic Director.In July 2025, Pierpaolo Piccioli was appointed Creative Director of Balenciaga.We are currently seeking a Retail Buying Intern who will report to the Associate Buyer.Job DescriptionYOUR OPPORTUNITYThis opportunity will provide you with insight into the NY luxury fashion industry as well as an understanding of our corporate culture and business practices.HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTEAssisting the Retail Buyers with the following tasks:Reporting analysisCorrective actions on stock allocations, transfersPricing follow upCompetitive study (offer, price mapping)Miscellaneous seasonal projectsPreparation of training guidelines/tools for retail storesCompile Seasonal Buy BooksAssist with weekly selling reports and analysisOrganize and prepare seasonal product recapsAdministrative support dutiesWHO YOU AREMerchandising experience is preferredDetail oriented and task drivenProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically ExcelComfortable with numbers and recapsProblem solverStrong time management and organizational skillsAble to receive academic creditCOMPENSATION$17.00 per hourMust be able to receive academic credit to be eligibleWHY WORK WITH US?This is an exciting opportunity to join Balenciaga's Corporate team as an intern who will drive the business and contribute to the brand philosophy. We invite you to become part of a team that offers possibilities to learn and grow.Balenciaga is committed to thriving your professional development within the House or in the Kering group. We empower leaders to create, build and sustain high performing teams that excel in execution. We guide every employee to reach their full potential in a stimulating and fulfilling workplace environment.DIVERSITY COMMITMENTBalenciaga is committed to fostering a diverse workforce. We believe that diversity in all its forms; race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by applicable law, enriches the workplace and our client experience. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome all applications and select our talents based on competencies and in alignment with our brand behaviors. Setting people for success is what we live for and it is part of our interview process to discuss with you how to excel in our company.Job TypeStudent (Fixed Term) (Trainee)Start Date2026-06-01ScheduleFull timeOrganization