It’s a new semester which means we are back with Peer Picks on the blog from Sophie Hattery ’16. We will highlight a few Peer Picks that we think you’ll find particularly interesting every week. Learn more by checking out each pick on the BRIDGE. And while you’re there, see what other interesting opportunities you find! BRIDGE application deadlines are usually Monday nights at 11:59 pm. If you have any technical difficulties with your application, be sure to email recruiting@bucknell.edu before the deadline and we will be able to help you.
Sophie Hattery ’16
First pick this semester by Sophie is..
– URBN: Merchant Leadership Programs, Deadline: Sept.11
Calling those of you who find yourself online shopping when you should be doing that lab report or doodling when you should be taking down notes in class! Urban Outfitters, Inc. (UOI) is offering Merchant Leadership Programs for two of its brands – Urban Outfitters and Anthropologie – which would suit your passions perfectly. UOI is renowned for its deeply creative atmosphere and passion for the sort of “boho” lifestyle that its customers lead. The year-long rotation program is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and seeks to turn your love of fashion into a dynamic career. You will gain insight into how the company creates compelling products and experiences in its stores, websites, and catalogs. Targeted training and mentoring from the executive team will help you learn more about design, buying, and sourcing to stores. Once the year is up, the most competitive participants will be recognized as exclusive assistant buyers! The qualifications that UOI looks for are as follows: passion for the Urban Outfitters or Anthropologie brand, knowledge of fashion trends, proven leadership with the ability to collaborate within teams, play to win attitude, being a self-starter who is goal-oriented and is able to prioritize what’s important, creative thinkers with strong analytical skills and an aptitude for business, strong interpersonal skills; exceptional written and verbal communication, a Bachelor’s degree with stellar academic performance (minimum GPA being a 3.2), and prior retail experience or internships with the industry preferred! If you are looking for a creative outlet and a future career in fashion post-graduation, do not hesitate to apply on the BRIDGE (by Sept. 11)
URBN also has various internships listed on the BRIDGE – same deadline of Sept. 11 to apply to those.
And a few tips from us:
1) Make sure to follow all directions and apply on both the BRIDGE and their website
2) Apply and then attend their info session on Sept. 16th. Yes, they will be here – ON CAMPUS! – with FREE LUNCH!
Follow tweets on @HireABison to get more updates on what’s happening on the BRIDGE – like what employers are coming back to campus, info sessions, job and internship deadlines.