2025 RL Inspire Summer Internship (Marketing, Merch, Advertising, PR/Corporate Communications, Retail Operations, Buying, Sales & Planning)

Company Description

Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands.

At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.
 

Position Overview

RL Inspire Program Overview:

Our compensated 10-week Corporate 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

Areas where interns may be placed include:

• Advertising

• Business Development / Strategy

• Buying

• Corporate Communications/Public Relations

• Digital Platform/eCommerce

• Marketing/Social Media

• Merchandising

• Planning/Allocation

• Product Development

• Procurement (Sourcing & Logistics)

• Public Affairs

• Retail Operations

• Sales/Account Management

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

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 2025 or May 2026

• Authorized to work in the United States

• Able to work in a Hybrid workplace environment arrangement with 2 to 3 days of in-person work in one of our corporate offices located in New York, New Jersey or North Carolina

• Available the entire duration of the 10-week internship and reside within a in commutable distance to one of our office locations (NY, NJ, NC). A housing stipend will be provided to help with travel and accommodations.

Experience, Skills & Knowledge

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

Desired Skills for specific intern roles

Advertising:

• Pursuing a degree in or has previous experience in Journalism, Communications, Public relations, English literature, fashion or advertising is preferred.

Digital Platform/eCommerce:

• E-commerce/retail/technology experience preferred

Marketing:

• Pursuing a degree in or has previous experience in Marketing

Merchandising:

• Strong analytical & retail math skills; detailed attention to product information

Public Affairs:

• Experience with policy research & analysis; strong writing skills with experience in drafting communication and issues briefs

Sourcing & Logistics:

• Pursuing a degree in Engineering (Industrial and Systems Engineering preferred)

• Ability to be onsite in North Carolina

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.