Career Opportunity
2025 RL Inspire Summer Internship (IT, Finance, People (HR))
Ref #:
W156172
Department:
Administrative Services
City:
New York
State/Province:
New York
Location:
United States
Pay Range: The pay range for this job is $18.99 - $25.72 per hour; actual pay is dependent on experience and geographic location.
Benefits: Base pay is only one part of our employee value proposition, which includes a robust benefits package, above-market time off, flexible working arrangements, incentive compensation, where applicable, and varied learning opportunities.
Pay Range Max
25.72
Pay Range Min
18.99
Company Description
Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands.
At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.
At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.
Position Overview
RL Inspire Program Overview:
Our compensated 10-week Corporate Internship Program is designed to give rising senior undergraduate students a challenging, hands-on experience in the retail industry.
As an INSPIRE Intern, you will...
ONBOARD: Kick off your journey with a dynamic orientation with your entire intern class
ENGAGE: Experience exclusive RL moments including our Executive Speaker Series
DEVELOP: Receive valuable coaching and real-time feedback from your supervisor and Early Career Talent team
COLLABORATE: Strategize and execute a final, cross-functional group project with your fellow interns
IMPACT: Create meaningful change and volunteer with our Ralph Lauren Gives Back program
CONNECT: Enjoy social events and networking opportunities
Areas where interns may be placed include:
• Finance
• Hospitality
• Information Technology (IT)
• Innovation
• People (Human Resources)
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
To be eligible for a US-based Ralph Lauren Internship position, applicants must:
• Attend college full-time in the United States and be entering your final semester or year of undergraduate studies with a graduation date of December 2025 or May 2026
• Authorized to work in the United States
• Able to work in a Hybrid workplace environment with 2 to 3 days of in-person work in one of our corporate offices located in New York, New Jersey or North Carolina
• Available the entire duration of the 10-week internship and reside within a commutable distance to one of our office locations (NY, NJ, NC). A housing stipend will be provided to help with travel and accommodations.
Experience, Skills & Knowledge
Desired skills for all intern roles:
- Strong understanding and appreciation of the Ralph Lauren aesthetic, brand heritage, and the retail industry.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Strong written, verbal, and quantitative skills, including retail math
- Highly organized, motivated, and a collaborative team player
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines and deliver results with attention to detail
- Strategic thinker with problem-solving skills
- Effective communicator, both written and verbal
- Ability to balance creativity with practicality
- Self-motivated and adaptable to a dynamic work environment
- Passionate about advancing a culture of belonging and equal opportunity
- Curious, desire to learn, innovative, forward-thinking, strong interpersonal skills
Desired skills for specific intern roles:
- Pursing a degree in Information Technology or Computer Science
Ralph Lauren will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance laws.
