Brand and Product Strategy Intern

Position Overview

Our compensated 10-week Corporate RL Inspire Internship Program is designed to give rising senior undergraduate students a challenging, hands-on experience in the retail industry.

As an INSPIRE Intern, you will...

ONBOARD: Kick off your journey with a dynamic orientation with your entire intern class

ENGAGE: Experience exclusive RL moments including our Executive Speaker Series

DEVELOP: Receive valuable coaching and real-time coaching and on-going feedback from your supervisor and Early Career Talent team

COLLABORATE: Strategize and execute a final, cross-functional group project with your fellow interns

IMPACT: Create meaningful change and volunteer with our Ralph Lauren Gives Back program

CONNECT: Enjoy social events and networking opportunities

We are seeking an enthusiastic and analytical-minded individual who is passionate about Ralph Lauren and eager to learn.

To be eligible for a US-based Ralph Lauren Internship position, applicants must:

• Attend college full-time in the United States and be entering your final semester or year of undergraduate studies with a graduation date of December 2026 or May 2027
• Authorized to work in the United States
• Able to work in an in-person or hybrid workplace environment arrangement
• Available the entire duration of the 10-week internship and reside within a commutable distance to one of our office locations (NY, NJ, NC). A housing stipend will be provided to help with travel and accommodations.

Candidates should only apply to one role. If a student’s experience aligns with multiple opportunities, the Early Careers team will ensure they’re considered accordingly.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The intern will support the development and execution of initiatives that reinforce the company’s position as a global leader in luxury lifestyle products. Working closely with the Product Strategy team, the intern will assist in market research, competitive analysis, and the creation of presentations that inform strategic decisions.

Responsibilities:

• Secure connectivity and communication between Brand, Product and Supply Organizations
• Work on planning processes across brand and product portfolios
• The creation of Brand Playbooks that helps evolve brand strategy and equity building initiatives
• Preparing presentations using AI to support strategic decisions
• The creation of business development initiatives and strategic business cases
• Analyzing and preparing data, performance metrics and KPIs
• Conducting AD HOC market research initiatives

Experience, Skills & Knowledge

• Significant interest and passion for Fashion & Retail
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Project and program management skills
• Critical thinking and strong Analytical skills
• Ability to understand Market trends and researches
• Comfortable with ambiguity, adaptable to change
• Expert level knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of AI utilization

Desired skills for all intern roles:

• Strong understanding and appreciation of the Ralph Lauren aesthetic, brand heritage, and the retail industry
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Strong writing and math skills; retail math a plus
• Highly organized and eager team player
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines and deliver results with attention to detail
• Thinks strategically to seize opportunities and solve problems
• Active listener with strong communication; clearly communicates ideas, both written and verbally
• Ability to balance creativity with practicality
• A self-starter who excels in a dynamic, ever-changing environment and can switch gears as required
• Passionate about advancing a culture of belonging and equal opportunity
• Curious, desire to learn, innovative, forward-thinking, strong interpersonal skills

Ralph Lauren will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance laws.