Business Development and Sales Intern

Brand Representative Intern — Stateside Strategies
Fall 2026 | Remote | Immediate Hire
Stateside Strategies is a boutique consulting firm helping European lifestyle, fashion, beauty, and consumer brands expand into the U.S. market through retail development, brand strategy, and business development.
We are seeking Fall Interns to join our team for the Fall 2026 season. This role is ideal for motivated college students interested in luxury fashion, retail, entrepreneurship, and international brand expansion.
The position is primarily remote, with potential in-person boutique visits if local to NYC (not required).
Role Responsibilities
Remote Responsibilities:
Assist with U.S. retail market research and brand positioning analysis
Support boutique and retailer research
Help organize buyer outreach lists and CRM tracking
Assist with preparing brand materials and trade show support documents
Conduct competitive research across fashion, lifestyle, and luxury markets
Support ongoing business development initiatives
Schedule & Compensation
Start date: Immediate
Remote internship: Fall 2026 (flexible schedule)
Compensation: The internship is unpaid and may qualify for college credit depending on university requirements.
Qualifications
Interest in fashion, luxury, retail, entrepreneurship, or international business
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Professional, organized, and comfortable interacting with industry professionals
Ability to work independently in a remote environment
Strong attention to detail and a proactive mindset
Preferred Experience
Previous experience in fashion, retail, PR, marketing, sales, or business development
Familiarity with luxury, contemporary, or lifestyle brands
Experience attending trade shows, showroom appointments, or industry events is a plus
This is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting the U.S. expansion of international brands and learning how emerging companies build retail partnerships in the American market.
To apply, please send your resume and a brief introduction outlining your interest in the role. hello@statesidestrategies.com Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis, and we are seeking immediate hires.

Work arrangement
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