Urban Outfitters Planning & Allocation Intern

Allocation Summer Internship ProgramThrough data-driven analysis and collaborative inventory management, the Allocation team ensures the right product reaches the right stores at the right time to help achieve brand financial objectives. During this 10-week summer internship, you will gain hands-on experience in retail allocation, learn foundational inventory strategy, and partner closely with cross-functional teams to support daily business operations.About the Summer Internship ProgramEach summer, URBN Inc. welcomes candidates from across the country to immerse themselves within various teams across our portfolio of brands and gain hands-on learning experience in the area of business they choose to pursue. Our paid internship program also offers a summer full of intern-focused events, including exposure to senior leadership through small-group settings, insight into company initiatives, off-site field trips, and, for those who qualify, the opportunity to interview for a full-time position.The URBN 2027 Summer Internship Program will run from 6/7 through 8/13 at our Home Office in Philadelphia, PA.Summer Internship Program Application ProcessApply to one (1) internship posting that best aligns with your interests and skills. If there is a project component included in the application (see role qualifications below), it is required and must be submitted at the time of application to be considered for the position.Complete a Video Interview: Candidates selected to move forward will receive an email with a link to complete a video interview. Once the email is received, candidates will have two (2) days to complete this portion of the application.Interviews with our internal teams will be scheduled on a rolling basis.Applications will close at 5:00 PM EST on October 30, 2026.Role ResponsibilitiesWhat will you be doing?· Daily Allocation & Execution: Assist with the allocation of initial product distributions and in-season store replenishment using our internal allocation systems.· Reporting & Analysis: Analyze weekly performance to track store inventory levels, identify stock opportunities, and support sales targets.· Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Planning, Buying, Operations, and Store Planning partners to understand inventory flow and address store-level needs.· Store & Field Insights: Participate in store visits to observe inventory management in action and identify site-specific product opportunities.Project OverviewOver the course of the 10-week program, you will develop a presentation with a focus on a specific business initiative designed to improve efficiency or identify growth opportunities within Allocation. Which could include:· Analyzing a specific product category, store grouping, or regional performance trend to uncover actionable inventory insights.· Developing tools, templates, or reporting enhancements to support daily allocation workflows.· Presenting key findings, recommendations, and project results to Allocation team leaders during the internship· Project culminates with a presentation to brand leadership and cross-functional partnersRole QualificationsWhat will you bring?· Analytical Mindset: Comfortable working with numbers, basic retail math concepts, and a strong interest in retail data analysis.· Technical Skills: Basic to intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., working with spreadsheets, basic formulas).· Communication & Collaboration: Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build relationships in a team environment.· Problem-Solving & Organization: Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and a desire to learn day-to-day retail operations.· Education: Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree (Finance, Business, Merchandising, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred). No prior formal allocation experience required.The PerksURBN offers comprehensive Perks & Benefits to employees. Availability and eligibility to specific benefits may be subject to your location and employment status. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, generous employee discounts, retirement savings and much more! For additional information visit StatementURBN celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression), religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. We believe strongly in fostering a safe, fair and respectful work environment. To ensure compliance with our non-discrimination and anti-harassment policies, we offer anti-harassment training to managers and employees.