Retail Marketing Intern

Job Title:  Retail Marketing Intern 
Location: Stamford, CT
Duration: May 2026 – August 2026 
Schedule: Full Time 

About this opportunity

MillerKnoll’s Summer Internship Program is a paid, 12-week opportunity that provides a 100% real-world experience for students early in their careers. Throughout the summer you will apply academic learning to real-world situations and cultivate leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills. 

Design Within Reach is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Marketing Intern to join our Retail Marketing team. This internship offers hands-on experience in supporting marketing initiatives across our retail locations, with a focus on brand storytelling, in-store activations, and customer engagement.

What You'll Do 
You'll have opportunities to speak up, solve problems, influence others, and be an owner every day as you...

Assist in the planning and execution of retail marketing campaigns and events related to new business opportunities.  

Support the creation of marketing materials including signage, digital assets, and promotional collateral. 

Conduct market and competitor research to inform campaign and channel strategies. 

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including creative, merchandising, and digital marketing. 

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What You Bring 
The needed skills and experience for this role include... 

Strong written and verbal communication skills. 

Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management abilities. 

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite) is a plus. 

Passion for design, retail, and brand storytelling. 

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Education

Currently pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field  

You must have a GPA of at least 3.0 (overall or within your program) to qualify for consideration in the Intern Program.

Qualifications 

Must be authorized to work in the US and will not require sponsorship now or in the future. 

Must be able to perform all essential functions of the position with or without accommodations

What We Offer 

Mentorship from experienced professionals  

Exposure to impactful projects and business challenges  

Opportunity to develop technical and analytical skills  

Collaborative and inclusive work culture