Nordstrom Internships

Would you like an opportunity to gain real work experience in supporting the exciting world of fashion? We're looking for people with an enthusiasm for customer service who are motivated achievers and hardworking team players. A Nordstrom Seattle Headquarters internship will give you an up-close and personal view that you won't find in the classroom. As a Nordstrom intern at our Seattle Headquarters, you'll:

• Gain exposure to many aspects of our business
• Work on challenging projects with milestones, deliverables and deadlines
• Meet company leaders

Who's eligible? This program is open to college students in their junior or senior years who are enrolled in accredited institutions and applicable degree programs, for example, retail management, fashion merchandising, organizational management and accounting and finance.

As our company continues to grow, this is a unique opportunity for you to experience customer interactions and leadership responsibilities, and to receive mentoring and training in the exciting world of fashion retailing.*

Nordtrsom Headquarters Internships: here
Nordstrom Retail Internships: here

Would you like an opportunity to gain real work experience in supporting the exciting world of fashion? We're looking for people with an enthusiasm for customer service who are motivated achievers and hardworking team players. A Nordstrom Seattle Headquarters internship will give you an up-close and personal view that you won't find in the classroom. As a Nordstrom intern at our Seattle Headquarters, you'll:

• Gain exposure to many aspects of our business
• Work on challenging projects with milestones, deliverables and deadlines
• Meet company leaders

Who's eligible? This program is open to college students in their junior or senior years who are enrolled in accredited institutions and applicable degree programs, for example, retail management, fashion merchandising, organizational management and accounting and finance.

As our company continues to grow, this is a unique opportunity for you to experience customer interactions and leadership responsibilities, and to receive mentoring and training in the exciting world of fashion retailing.*

Nordtrsom Headquarters Internships: here
Nordstrom Retail Internships: here

"Store management at Nordstrom's" Position: Sales & Management Intern Location: Philadelphia, PA Pay: $$11/hour Duration: 12 weeks Review posted on 10/7/2011

I gained real world experience: 1 2 3 4 5 Strongly Agree My boss treated me with respect: 1 2 3 4 5 Strongly Agree I enjoyed my fellow co-workers: 1 2 3 4 5 Agree The work I performed was interesting: 1 2 3 4 5 Agree I feel better positioned to gain a fulltime job: 1 2 3 4 5 Agree Overall, I was satisfied with my internship: 1 2 3 4 5 Strongly Agree

Pros: Nordstrom's is a great place to learn the retail business. I loved being in the actual store rather than at corporate HQs (although I would like to be there at some point). While I was at Nordstrom's I rotated between different departments which gave me a variety of work. It was very interesting to work with the Sales Inventory Management Team and HR Team. Pretty eye opening. Overall, this was a great internship. Cons: I wish I understood and got to know the buying process better - it's very interesting to me. Advice for other students: Apply early and be passionate. I think managers hire based on passion.

"Nordstrom is a cool place to get retail experience" Position: Retail Management Intern Location: Chicago, IL Pay: $$12/hour Duration: 12 weeks Review posted on 11/21/2011

I gained real world experience: 1 2 3 4 5 Agree My boss treated me with respect: 1 2 3 4 5 Strongly Agree I enjoyed my fellow co-workers: 1 2 3 4 5 Agree The work I performed was interesting: 1 2 3 4 5 Agree I feel better positioned to gain a fulltime job: 1 2 3 4 5 Strongly Agree Overall, I was satisfied with my internship: 1 2 3 4 5 Strongly Agree

Pros: - Finished the Future Nordstrom Leaders Program. - I was given real responsibility. I worked in certain areas of the women's department and managed selling, scheduling, and floor merchandising. - It was fascinating to learn about visual merchandising and loss prevention. - Flexible. - Good manager. Cons: I would have enjoyed learning more about the buying process. Advice for other students: Don't be afraid to roll up your sleeves and get your hands dirty with real work.

"Sales and a little bit of everything" Position: Sales Intern Location: Chicago, IL Pay: $$14/hour Duration: 12 weeks Review posted on 12/5/2011

I gained real world experience: 1 2 3 4 5 Agree My boss treated me with respect: 1 2 3 4 5 Strongly Agree I enjoyed my fellow co-workers: 1 2 3 4 5 Strongly Agree The work I performed was interesting: 1 2 3 4 5 Strongly Agree I feel better positioned to gain a fulltime job: 1 2 3 4 5 Agree Overall, I was satisfied with my internship: 1 2 3 4 5 Strongly Agree

Pros: - One of the top performers for Nordstrom. - Sales techniques. - Learned mgmt skills. - Loved working with regional buyers to talk through product placement and merchandising. Cons: Being a floor sales rep doesn't excite me too much. I love the buying and merchandising side of the business. Advice for other students: My advice is to get internships early and often.

"Cool internship" Position: Business & Marketing Intern Location: Philadelphia, PA Pay: $$11/hour Duration: 10 weeks Review posted on 1/14/2012

I gained real world experience: 1 2 3 4 5 Agree My boss treated me with respect: 1 2 3 4 5 Strongly Agree I enjoyed my fellow co-workers: 1 2 3 4 5 Strongly Agree The work I performed was interesting: 1 2 3 4 5 Strongly Agree I feel better positioned to gain a fulltime job: 1 2 3 4 5 Neutral "OK" Overall, I was satisfied with my internship: 1 2 3 4 5 Agree

Pros: - Great boss. - Fun intern project where the other interns and I put on a storewide fashion event to highlight merchandise. - Exposure to Nordstrom's CFO and marketing execs. - Merchandising experience. Cons: - I wanted to see more of the Nordstrom buying process. Advice for other students: Most Nordtrom internships are related to an actual store and not at their headquarters. If you're really into it, I recommend going to the store and trying to talk with the manager.

"I think sales is the best way to get into retail" Position: Retail Sales Intern Location: Los Angeles, CA Pay: $$12/hour Duration: 12 weeks Review posted on 1/14/2012

I gained real world experience: 1 2 3 4 5 Strongly Agree My boss treated me with respect: 1 2 3 4 5 Strongly Agree I enjoyed my fellow co-workers: 1 2 3 4 5 Agree The work I performed was interesting: 1 2 3 4 5 Neutral "OK" I feel better positioned to gain a fulltime job: 1 2 3 4 5 Neutral "OK" Overall, I was satisfied with my internship: 1 2 3 4 5 Strongly Agree

Pros: I was out there working the floor of Nordstrom in LA. I got real experience selling merchandise and working with customers. There are also perks if you're selling. Cons: - It's sales, so be ready for it. Advice for other students: The best way to get into retail isn't always to go straight into merchandising or buying - I think it's to get on the retail floor and sell.

"Marketing and strategy internship at Nordstrom" Position: Strategy Intern Location: Seattle, WA Pay: $$20/hour Duration: 12 weeks Review posted on 1/29/2012

I gained real world experience: 1 2 3 4 5 Agree My boss treated me with respect: 1 2 3 4 5 Strongly Agree I enjoyed my fellow co-workers: 1 2 3 4 5 Strongly Agree The work I performed was interesting: 1 2 3 4 5 Neutral "OK" I feel better positioned to gain a fulltime job: 1 2 3 4 5 Agree Overall, I was satisfied with my internship: 1 2 3 4 5 Strongly Agree

Pros: - Nordstrom brand. - Created business case for kids clothing and wedding category. Cons: - Some downtime. - Not sure they implemented my work. Advice for other students: Find a good brand management situation. And, try to get some agency experience so you can see it from the other side.