Product - Intern, Product (Apparel) Operations

THE TEAM

The mission of the Product Operations Department (known internally as Product Integration) is to effectively drive the development of our exclusive brand portfolio to deliver beautiful, high-quality products to our clients.

THE OPPORTUNITY

This is a unique opportunity to be part of the team responsible for partnering with Product teams to ensure our vertically integrated brand collections are being designed, manufactured, and delivered on time and to the highest quality. As an Intern in Product Integration, you will have a front-row seat to witness how fashion lines are brought to life as you ensure all cross-functional activities in the product lifecycle are completed on time to enable success of the product line. As one of our business operations functions, this is a special opportunity to develop subject matter expertise in a coveted business area as you grow your operational skill set. Our goal is that you will come out of your internship inspired, with meaningful experience and an enhanced skill set you can carry forward into your bright future.

THE ROLE

As an Intern in Product Integration, you will support to:

• Drive and organize critical product lifecycle activities for various brands (e.g. Babaton, Wilfred, TNA, etc.) and product lines (e.g. Sweat fleece, Contour, etc.)  across planning, design, and manufacturing teams
• Schedule and facilitate seasonal product and brand meetings, supporting cross-functional department teams to ensure clear meeting objectives, deliverables, timelines, and outcomes
• Identify potential risks to seasonal brand development and work with teams to mitigate and resolve issues
• Leverage data and reporting to analyze brand performance against key product development deadlines

THE QUALIFICATIONS 

The Intern, Product Integration has/is: 

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution, with a preferred graduation date of April 2025 to April 2026
  •  Preferably pursuing a degree in Business or related field
• A commitment to learn and apply Aritzia's Values and Business and People Leadership principles
• The ability to collaborate fluently with cross-functional partners
• A commitment to quality and investing in results that add value to the business

• Passion for Aritzia and the fashion industry with a special interest in all things to do with our product
• A logical, organized approach with an appreciation for structure and details
• A problem solver who thinks critically to develop insightful solutions
• Work experience in Aritzia Boutiques, Concierge, or Distribution Centres is highly valued

WHY PRODUCT INTEGRATION?

Product Integration offers you a behind-the-scenes view into the world of Product at Aritzia from an operational lens, providing you with a deeper understanding of the Product Lifecycle and day-to-day business operations that support bringing our product to market.

Ensure the seamless running of day-to-day business operations in Product

• Participate in weekly status meetings (i.e., brand meetings), ensuring the successful execution of the Product Lifecycle
• Identify opportunities for operational efficiency, and build tools and processes to support
• Support teams by efficiently removing roadblocks in development

Learn how the product lifecycle connects end-to-end, from creative concept all the way to product launch

Build your business acumen and operational toolkit

• Support in project managing strategic Product initiatives and learn how to bring ideas from concept to reality

THE LOGISTICS

• Internship Dates: May 12 - August 1, 2025 (12 weeks)
• Location: Vancouver, BC
  • Successful candidates must be able to work at the primary work location and self-relocate if necessary
• Application Deadline: Sunday, January 26, 2025
• Application Process:  
  • Apply online – be sure to have your cover letter, resume, and unofficial transcript ready
  • Apply to one position only – interested in more than one? You’ll have an opportunity to note other areas of interest in your application.
  • Applicants moving onto the next stage will be contacted by February