Summer 2026 Intern

Join the team behind one of the most trusted nonprofit brands in the world. ALSAC is the fundraising and awareness organization for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. 

Ourpaid summer internship programoffers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience while supporting a powerful mission:Finding cures. Saving children.

WhatYou’llExperience:

Over10 weeks,you’llbe immersed in ALSAC’s culture and work alongside passionate professionals.Here’swhat you can expect:

• Meaningful Projectsthat make a real impact

• Mentorship & Collaborationwith teammates and leaders across departments

• Exclusive Chatswith ALSAC’s Executive Leadership Team

• Intern Projectwhereyou’lllearn design thinking, collaborate with interns, and present to ALSAC’s Executive Leadership Team

Named one of theTop 100 Internship Programs in the U.S.byWayUpand Yello, this program is designed to beimpactful, collaborative, and inspiring.

Internship Details:

• Dates: June 1 – August 7, 2026

• Schedule: Full-time,40 hours/week (Monday–Friday)

• Pay: $14/hour

• Location: Headquarters Office in Memphis, TN

Application Process: 

After yousubmityour application and if eligible, you will be sent an email to complete a virtual video interview from HireVue. Your submission will be reviewed and if you are selected to move forward, you will be contacted for an interview with the hiring manager. Final candidates will be selected by April 1, 2026. For more information, visitstjude.org/alsacinternor contact[email protected].

Qualifications:

• Must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited college/university or May 2026 graduate   

• Passionate about our mission 

• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Must be 18 years of age or older

Internship Focus:

Step into the fast-paced world of retail merchandising and make your mark! As an Assistant Buyer Intern at ALSAC, youwon’tjustobserve-you’llcontribute toreal businessdecisions that shape what hits the shelves. This is your chance to gain hands-on experience in the dynamic buying process, from trendspotting to vendor collaboration, and everything in between.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assistretailbuyerwith purchase order management, including writing, tracking, and processing changes or cancellations.

• Analyze sales trends and inventory levels to support buying decisions.

• Participate in vendor meetings and sample reviews.

• Conduct competitive shopping and market research toidentifytrends.

• Prepare reports and presentations on product performance and business results.

• Support cross-functional teams with administrative tasks such as sample coordination and item setup.

Preferred Majors:Supply Chain,Fashion Merchandising, Business, Marketing, Retail Management, ora relatedfield.

Preferred Skills:

• Strong analytical and organizational skills.

• Proficiencyin Microsoft Excel and familiarity with other MS Office applications.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

• Passion for retail, product, and consumer trends.

• Previousretail or merchandising experience.

• Familiarity with retail math and inventory systems.

• Creative thinking combined with data-driven decision-making.