Fashion/Retail Intern

About the position Fiddler's Elbow is an exclusive club situated in Bedminster, New Jersey. We proudly offer three championship golf courses, available for play nearly every day of the year, along with award-winning practice facilities both indoors and outdoors. Our sports and leisure complex boasts impressive state-of-the-art aquatic facilities enjoyed by individuals of all ages, as well as tennis, paddle sports, fitness options, and The Cove, a mini club designed for children. Our elegant manor-style clubhouse features both casual and fine dining options, along with the finest banquet facilities in the area for galas, weddings, and social gatherings. With our rich history, stunning grounds, and exceptional amenities, Fiddler's Elbow is truly an inspiring environment and a fantastic place to begin or advance your career!\n\n At Fiddler's Elbow, our mission is not only to, \"Enhance the lives of our Members & Guests with WOW moments they can't live without,\" but to also enhance and enrich the lives of our Fiddler's Family members.\n\nWe are looking for a Fashion/Retail Intern to join the Fiddler’s Family and share their passion for hospitality with our members, guests, and fellow staff members. Fiddler’s Elbow has four food and beverage outlets and hosts a wide range of events from comedy shows and concerts to Fourth of July celebrations and New Year’s Eve festivities, our annual FiddleFest Music and Food Festival, golf outings and sporting events. We also host smaller clubs within Fiddler’s, such as our beloved Book Club and Cigar Club. Our members host many private events like weddings, social events, and celebrations of life milestones with us.\n\nFiddler’s Elbow Fashion/Retail Internship Program will offer current students a unique opportunity to gain real world and hands on experience and develop in a unique country club setting.\n\nUnder the general supervision of the Retail Operations Manager and Human Resources Manager, our Intern will be responsible for supporting the Golf Shop team on department-related responsibilities. The Intern will gain experience in a wide variety of functions including basic inventory/stocking and visual merchandising, member engagement, golf and pro shop experience and event participation. Responsibilities Dedicated work with Golf Outings & Pro Shop responsibilitiesExperience with the Golf Outings Manager to learn how to organize and execute the golf outings and communication between the various departments that make them a success, as well as retail experience with the Pro Shop team as it pertains to daily functioning and special eventsPromotes a positive work environment through effective communication and creating a warm and engaging atmosphereAssist the Retail Operations Manager in the day-to-day operations of the golf shopAssist with golfer check-in and help prevent mistakes with merchandise sales and tee time billingTraining in all opening and closing proceduresLearn to merchandise the golf shop to ensure all displays and mannequins are changed oftenMake sure that current product is displayed to the best ability and is represented wellMaintains excellent organizational skills and moves product to the floor dailyRemain current on new merchandise and trending products through a variety of platforms.Uses creativity for new sale ideasEngages daily with membersEngage with members immediately upon entering the golf shop and raise the level of service regarding their shopping experienceLearn awareness of the products we carry, the differences between products and trained in the use of sales techniquesEnsures the golf shop is cleaned daily (vacuuming, cleaning the windows, and back-office area is neat).Consistently prepares and tags merchandise to be put out on the floorAssists in inventory control of merchandise and special orders including ordering procedures, receiving procedures, inputting into point-of-sale system, pricing procedures, inventory, display, and salesPromotes a positive image within the company and community, always smiling with a “Yes We Can” attitudeAssists other departments as neededWeekly check-ins with the Human Resources Manager MentorRequirements Service OrientationInterpersonal and Teamwork SkillsExcellent Communication SkillsAbility to Multi-taskCreativityAttention to DetailCooperationDependability AdaptabilityAbility to work independently and in a group environmentSelf-motivatedFlexibleProfessionalPositiveOut-goingMust be at least 18 years of ageMust be able to communicate and understand the predominant language of our members and guests.Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. without employment sponsorshipAbility to stand and walk for long periods of timeAbility to lift and carry trays/objects weighing up 30+ pounds through a crowded roomAbility to handle many tasks at onceAbility to reach, bend, stoop, wipe and lift to perform job functionsMust be a team player; possess the ability to collaborate and work well with othersNice-to-haves Currently enrolled as a full-time or part-time college student or recent graduate with a focus/degree in Fashion, Retail, Merchandising, Business or a related degree preferred. Applicants should possess a cumulative 3.0 GPA or higherPrevious Hospitality and/or Retail/Fashion experience is preferredProficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word is preferredBenefits Competitive pay2 days off per weekGolf, Paddle/Tennis, and Fitness PrivilegesPaid Sick Leave (if applicable)PLUM BenefitsAnnual Summer and Holiday staff events