Store Experience & Design (Visual Merchandising) - Summer 2027 Corporate Internship

At DICK’S Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams.  We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve.

If you are ready to make a difference as part of the world’s greatest sports team, apply to join our team today!

OVERVIEW:

At DICK’S Sporting Goods, interns will have the opportunity to work with and learn from the leaders of a growing Fortune 400 company.  DICK’S Sporting Goods is returning to campus this year; to recruit, train and develop top collegiate talent into well-rounded merchants.

During the 11-week summer experience, interns will take on meaningful work assignments and make tangible contributions to the organization’s success. This structured and well-organized program provides on-the-job training, classroom instruction, cross-functional departmental exposure, and an end-of-program project presentation. 

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Utilize Buyers initial assortment plans to create planograms that are cluster or store specific as well as Game plans that align with corporate strategy, planograms, prototype flows and marketing

• Produce written directives instructing the field organization on efficient in-store implementation of game plans and planograms

• Responsible to collaborate with the Allocation Team once planograms are complete to ensure proper store inventories.

• Analyze SKU productivity on planograms for assigned categories and provide recommendations to the Merchants that identify potential opportunities to improve sales and productivity of space.

• Recognize and react to gaps in the assortment when completing planograms

• Assist in solving store specific planogram and merchandising issues within established timeframes

• Actively participate in weekly Merchant Business Review meetings by sharing productivity findings, timelines and field feedback

• Become a business expert for assigned areas

• Coordinate and conduct physical setup of initial through final product sections and floor layouts in the lab or store environment

• Coordinate with merchants and marketing to ensure all necessary product and collateral is available for floorsets and walk throughs

• Establish and enforce visual standards for assigned areas

• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with members of cross-functional teams (Buyers, Planning, Allocation, Marketing, Store Operations, Risk and LP)

• Collaborate with peers to ensure consistency of information, share best practices and develop knowledge

• Participate in the completion of Special Projects as assigned by supervisor (special store projects, new initiatives, strategy expansions, and department resets, etc)

• Support floor and visual teams to ensure that merchandise and space plans are complete and accurate for new stores, remodels and prototype resets

• Some travel to local DSG and House of Sport stores required

Some of your experiences will include:

• Multi-day intern orientation to introduce you to the company, the program, Pittsburgh, and your teammates

• Professional development workshops designed to increase your knowledge of the company and the retail industry, as well as develop your business acumen and professionalism

• Extensive exposure to our senior leadership through our exclusive, intern only, Senior Leadership Speakers Series which includes a fireside chat with our CEO!

• Opportunities to “live the brand” and experience summer fun outside the office through various events sponsored by DICK’S Sporting Goods

• Fully furnished summer housing is provided for interns who reside outside of the Metro Pittsburgh area or a travel stipend will be provided for local interns

• Working a 40 hour work week, Monday – Friday

Qualifications

Skills we are looking for:

• 1 -3 Years experience in space planning, field retail, merchandising, inventory management, or related role

• Excellent written & verbal communication skills

• Business acumen

• Customer-service oriented

• Strong Interpersonal and client consultation skills

• Self-motivated and results oriented

• Strong presentation skills

• Problem solving & troubleshooting capabilities

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

• Strong detail orientation

• Superior organizational abilities

• Process & Procedure Oriented

• A competitive spirit with a passion for results

• An interest and confidence in working with data and numbers; strong mathematical/quantitative skills highly preferred

• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to independently make data-driven recommendations

• A curiosity and desire to learn about consumer and retail trends, including customer demographics, purchasing influencers and emerging technology

• Dynamic written and verbal communication style to read and write reports, as well as communicate cross functionally and vertically throughout the organization

• Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment

Systems Experience:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

• Adobe Creative Suite

• Autocad

• JDA Space Planning or industry space planning software (SAS, Spaceman, Apollo) Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

We look for potential candidates with:

• Graduation date of Winter 2027 or Spring 2028

• Enrolled in an accredited 4-year institution

• A major in Fashion Merchandising, Business, Marketing or related

• An ability to relocate to the Pittsburgh, PA area for the summer

Start Date: May 17, 2027
End Date: July 29, 2027

Full-time opportunities in 2028:

Interns will be evaluated at the end of the program for full-time positions in 2028. Qualified interns will be placed into our Merchandising Trainee Program.

Pay & Perks: 

• Consideration for full-time jobs after graduation*

• Fully furnished housing for non-local interns arranged and paid for by DSG

• Hybrid work model: WFH Monday & Friday, in office Tues – Thurs. 

• Two paid holidays – Memorial Day and July 4th 

• Teammate Discount 

• Uber codes for Interns who do not have a vehicle to commute to and from the office 

• Corporate Office amenities such as on-site gym and Starbucks

• Meaningful work projects selected by functional leaders

• Executive Speaker Series

• Professional development

• Volunteer opportunities

• Social events such as Intern Olympics, a Pittsburgh Pirates game, National Intern Day celebration, and more!

*Relocation assistance will be provided for non-local candidates who accept full-time jobs requiring them to be located at DICK’S Sporting Goods Corporate Office.

Here’s what a few of our 2026 Interns had to say:

“DSG's internship was rewarding, meaningful, and LOTS of fun! My project challenged me into creating something I am beyond proud of, and every relationship I built along the way is one I hope to maintain for years to come. I truly don't think I could have had a better summer anywhere else!” Mallory Johnson, People & Purpose (HR) Intern

“What I loved most about my internship at DSG was the opportunity to take ownership of a meaningful project that delivered real business value. I was trusted to design, build, and deliver a solution that is now being enhanced for production. Along the way, I had the support of an amazing team, mentor, and manager who encouraged me to learn, grow, and challenge myself. The experience strengthened both my technical skills and my confidence as a professional in this industry.” – Kevin Dong, Software Engineering Intern

“This internship allowed me to step out of my comfort zone by learning an entirely new area of business. I had the opportunity to work on a cross-functional team that genuinely supported my growth and wanted to see me succeed in both my project and day-to-day work. Along the way, I built amazing friendships with fellow interns who were like-minded and driven. Overall, I felt empowered to grow both professionally and personally, reaching my fullest potential while gaining valuable experience and confidence.” – Morgan Cartwright, Merchandising Intern

“I loved that I had the chance to work on addressing real business needs through my project. When I was introduced to my project, I was told that the analysis I will perform will add value to the business, so when I was able to present and see it well-received by the stakeholders involved, it was extremely rewarding. I think it is so cool that in just two months here, I was able to take part in work that will help the business for years to come.” – Owen Stoltz, Finance Intern

“My internship here has really been the best summer ever! I loved that I was working on something that felt important and valuable to the business and to my team, and my team was always super welcoming and willing to help me learn and grow. The relationships I was able to develop with my Training Manager and everyone I worked with, even across teams have been so valuable to me. I also really appreciated connecting with the other interns, whether it was exploring Pittsburgh on the weekends or hanging around in DSG-provided housing. I was able to get a good grasp on a variety of aspects of the business through talking to other interns and attending events like our Executive Speaker Series. This is definitely a company that I have been excited to get up and work for every day, and I'm super grateful to have had an internship here this summer!” – Jaeden Casasnovas, Retail Analytics Intern

Interested in learning more? Watch our Internship Recap Video!

Overview of DICK’S Sporting Goods:
Today, headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc. is a leading omni-channel sporting goods retailer offering an extensive assortment of authentic, high-quality sports equipment, apparel, footwear and accessories. The Company operates over 720 DICK'S Sporting Goods locations across the United States, serving and inspiring athletes and outdoor enthusiasts to achieve their personal best through a blend of dedicated associates, in-store services and unique specialty shop-in-shops dedicated to Team Sports, Athletic Apparel, Golf, Lodge/Outdoor, Fitness and Footwear.

DICK’S also owns and operates Golf Galaxy and Public Lands specialty stores, as well as GameChanger, a youth sports mobile app for scheduling, communications, and live scorekeeping. DICK'S offers its products through a content-rich eCommerce platform that is integrated with its store network and provides customers with the convenience and expertise of a 24-hour storefront.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree

• Strong verbal communication skills to read and write reports, as well as communicate cross-functionally and vertically throughout the organization

• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion

• Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment

• Eagerness to learn and work as part of a multidisciplinary team

• Ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas in an accessible manner

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word

VIRTUAL REQUIREMENTS:

At DICK’S, we thrive on innovation and authenticity. That said, to protect the integrity and security of our hiring process, we ask that candidates do not use AI tools (like ChatGPT or others) during interviews or assessments.

To ensure a smooth and secure experience, please note the following:

• Cameras must be on during all virtual interviews.

• AI tools are not permitted to be used by the candidate during any part of the interview process.

• Offers are contingent upon a satisfactory background check which may include ID verification.

If you have any questions or need accommodations, we’re here to help. Thanks for helping us keep the process fair and secure for everyone!