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Ace Hardware Corporation · 3 days ago

Merchandising Internship - Summer 2026, Full Time/Paid - 12 Weeks

Oak Brook, IL

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$22/hr - $22/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

Ace Hardware Corporation is the largest retailer-owned hardware cooperative in the world, known for its commitment to customer service and community involvement. The Merchandising Intern will support marketing and sales initiatives, collaborate across departments, and assist with merchandise program management during a 12-week internship program.

HardwareRetailService Industry

Responsibilities

Build and design retailer and consumer facing marketing and sales material to support key brands and vendors

Cross functional collaboration with Marketing, Sales, Inventory, Pricing, and Ace Merchandising for successful program launch and implementation

Support Merchandise Program Managers with item selection, program execution, and promotional strategy

Coordinate retailer communication for the department

Assist with prep for semi-annual Edge tradeshow

Qualification

Business degreeMarketing knowledgeRetail MerchandisingMicrosoft Office SuiteAnalytical skillsRetail experienceCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsTime managementOrganizational skillsTeamwork

Required

Working towards a bachelor's degree in the following area(s): Business, Marketing, Retail Merchandising, Management, and/or any related majors

Entering senior year of college or graduating seniors

Strong oral and written communication skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite

Adaptability and ability to learn quickly in high-pressure environments

Ambitious self-starter who has demonstrated the ability to contribute as an effective team member

Excellent time management and organizational skills

Demonstrated motivation and initiative to succeed

Ability to work 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday for 12 weeks in the summer

Willingness and ability to give presentations to colleagues, managers and directors

Preferred

Retail experience a plus

Knowledge and interest in Ace Hardware Corporation and Emery Jensen Distribution

Benefits

Real hands-on experience in your assigned department/function with day-to-day projects, responsibilities, accountabilities and deadlines.

Opportunity to display your skills during your “Final Pitch” presentation

Q & A with Ace’s CEO and Senior Leadership team

Resume Workshop to help you prepare for future opportunities

Opportunity to volunteer through the Ace Hardware Foundation

Teambuilding activities

Hourly competitive compensation

Company

Ace Hardware Corporation

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Ace Hardware is the largest retailer-owned hardware cooperative in the world with over 5,800 locally owned and operated hardware stores in approximately 70 countries.

Founded in 1924