Coraopolis, Pennsylvania
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.
The goal of a Visual Merchandising Associate Intern is to translate DICK’S Sporting Goods product strategy and brand voice into compelling in-store visual experiences for our athletes. You will act as the liaison between the merchandising and field organizations by translating the Buyer's strategic vision into planograms that drive sales and enhance the athlete experience.You will get the opportunity to assess space productivity and see an in-store signage package come to life, allowing for better product storytelling. In addition, you will bring this vision to life through actively participating in store sets in a local DSG store. Duties include:
Utilize Buyers initial assortment plans to create planograms to assist stores in setting new and existing product offerings
Assist in solving store specific planogram and merchandising issues within established timeframes
Coordinate and conduct physical setup of initial product through final product sections and floor layouts in the lab or store environment
Assist in the planning and direction of in-store signage and project initiatives through coordination with internal and external partners and vendors.
Address and resolve space conflicts with informed analysis and recommendations.
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 up to a 40-hour work week, Monday – Friday (Hybrid schedule --- in office Turs -Thurs, WFH Monday & Friday)
Qualifications - External
Skills we are looking for:
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
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 learnand 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)
We look for potential candidates with:
Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree with a graduation date of December 2025 or May 2026
Enrolled in an accredited 4-year institution
Strong proficiency in Excel
An ability to relocate to the Pittsburgh, PA area for the summer
Start Date: May 19, 2025
End Date: July 31, 2025
Full-time opportunities in 2026:
Interns will be evaluated at the end of the program for full-time positions in 2026. 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 2024 Interns had to say:
“The best part was being fully immersed into the HRBP role. I was fully trusted right off the bat to know and maintain confidentiality when it came to overhearing conversations or being a part of the conversation. I also enjoyed learning what it means to have a work-life balance, I was able to destress away from work through experiencing Pittsburgh, playing pickleball, or just having a game night with the other interns. That allowed me to show up at work ready and prepared to work.” - Allison Garris, People & Purpose Intern
“My training manager (TM) did succeed in making my experience feel like I was a full-time analyst on the store analytics team. From assisting with ad-hoc work, to workshopping presentation slides, to working on my final project, the work given to me by my TM was engaging and crucial to a great experience during this internship.” – Lane Miller, Retail Analytics Intern
“If you are passionate about retail, come to DSG. If you are passionate about sports, come to DSG. If you want to inspire others and feel uplifted with your work, the answer is DSG. It was so easy to wake up and be excited to work because the business is doing well and the company works hard to not only do well for themselves but for the athletes they serve.” – Brooke Eyler, Strategy Intern
“I loved the ability to work on a high-impact, meaningful technical project, understand the parts of the business close and far to my area of expertise, work with and learn from a full team of technology professionals, and have a great cohort of other interns to share the journey with.” - Sahil Hosalli, Technology Intern
“My internship has been the biggest learning experience for me so far throughout my career. It has shown me how the corporate world works... I feel much more prepared now for the real world than I did at the beginning of the summer and am much more confident in my abilities and knowledge of the business.” – Ryan Jones, Merchandising Intern
Interested to learn 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