At DICK’S Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve.
If you are ready to make a difference as part of the world’s greatest sports team, apply to join our team today!
OVERVIEW
At DICK’S Sporting Goods, interns will have the opportunity to work with and learn from the leaders of a growing Fortune 400 company. DICK’S Sporting Goods is returning to campus this year to recruit, train, and develop top collegiate talent into well-rounded merchants.
During the 11-week summer experience, interns will take on meaningful work assignments and make tangible contributions to the organization’s success. This structured and well-organized program provides on-the-job training, classroom instruction, cross-functional departmental exposure, and an end-of-program project presentation.
The goal of a Store Experience and Design (Visual Merchandising) Associate Intern is to translate DICK’S Sporting Goods product strategy and brand voice into compelling in-store visual experiences for our athletes. You will act as the liaison between the merchandising and field organizations by translating the Buyer’s strategic vision into planograms that drive sales and enhance the athlete experience.
You will have the opportunity to assess space productivity and see an in-store signage package come to life, allowing for better product storytelling. Additionally, you will bring this vision to life by actively participating in store sets in a local DSG store.
Duties include:
- Utilize Buyers' initial assortment plans to create planograms to assist stores in setting new and existing product offerings
- Assist in solving store-specific planogram and merchandising issues within established timeframes
- Coordinate and conduct physical setup of initial product through final product sections and floor layouts in the lab or store environment
- Assist in the planning and direction of in-store signage and project initiatives through coordination with internal and external partners and vendors
- Address and resolve space conflicts with informed analysis and recommendations
Some of your experiences will include:
- Multi-day intern orientation to introduce you to the company, the program, Pittsburgh, and your teammates
- Professional development workshops designed to increase your knowledge of the company and the retail industry, as well as develop your business acumen and professionalism
- Extensive exposure to our senior leadership through our exclusive, intern-only, Senior Leadership Speakers Series, which includes a fireside chat with our CEO!
- Opportunities to “live the brand” and experience summer fun outside the office through various events sponsored by DICK’S Sporting Goods
- Fully furnished summer housing is provided for interns who reside outside of the Metro Pittsburgh area, or a travel stipend will be provided for local interns
- Working up to a 40-hour work week, Monday – Friday (Hybrid schedule — in office Tuesday-Thursday, WFH Monday & Friday)
Qualifications - External
Skills we are looking for:
- A competitive spirit with a passion for results
- An interest and confidence in working with data and numbers; strong mathematical/quantitative skills highly preferred
- Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to independently make data-driven recommendations
- A curiosity and desire to learn about consumer and retail trends, including customer demographics, purchasing influencers, and emerging technology
- Dynamic written and verbal communication style to read and write reports, as well as communicate cross-functionally and vertically throughout the organization
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment
- Strong verbal communication skills to read and write reports, as well as communicate cross-functionally and vertically throughout the organization
- Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment
- Eagerness to learn and work as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas in an accessible manner
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
We look for potential candidates who are:
- Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree with a graduation date of Winter 2026 or Spring 2027
- Enrolled in an accredited 4-year institution
- Strong proficiency in Excel
- An ability to relocate to the Pittsburgh, PA area for the summer
Program Dates and Opportunities
- Start Date: May 18, 2026
- End Date: July 30, 2026
- Full-time opportunities in 2027: Interns will be evaluated at the end of the program for full-time positions in 2026. Qualified interns will be placed into our Merchandising Trainee Program.
Pay & Perks
- Consideration for full-time jobs after graduation*
- Fully furnished housing for non-local interns arranged and paid for by DSG
- Hybrid work model: WFH Monday & Friday, in office Tuesday – Thursday
- Two paid holidays – Memorial Day and July 4th
- Teammate Discount
- Uber codes for Interns who do not have a vehicle to commute to and from the office
- Corporate Office amenities such as on-site gym and Starbucks
- Meaningful work projects selected by functional leaders
- Executive Speaker Series
- Professional development
- Volunteer opportunities
- Social events such as Intern Olympics, a Pittsburgh Pirates game, National Intern Day celebration, and more!
- *Relocation assistance will be provided for non-local candidates who accept full-time jobs requiring them to be located at DICK’S Sporting Goods Corporate Office
What Our 2025 Interns Say
“At DSG, we don’t just identify challenges but have the opportunity to shape the solutions. Knowing that my voice matters and my work drives real impact across the company has been incredibly empowering. If you’re willing to show up and put in the work, DSG will grow you in ways you never thought possible.” – Kelsey Riemer, People & Purpose Intern
“During my internship at DSG, what I loved most was the incredible opportunity to immerse myself in a company that is not only large and well-established, but also rapidly growing and constantly evolving. As someone interested in the retail industry, it was great to be part of such a dynamic environment that allowed me to develop deep expertise in my role, gain hands-on experience, and see firsthand how continuous improvement in all areas drives the company forward.” – Jackson Lopiano, Retail Analytics Intern
“My internship at DICK’S Sporting Goods was an incredible experience. I loved being part of a team that truly values collaboration, growth, and innovation. One of the best parts was getting to meet other interns and learn about different areas of the business, which gave me a much deeper understanding of how everything connects. I also appreciated how immersed I was in the DICK’S culture from day one. It’s a place where people are passionate about what they do, and that energy is contagious. I felt supported, challenged, and inspired throughout the entire program.” – Kristin Bayuk, Finance Intern
“I loved that this internship not only let me work on a project that would benefit the team, but it also exposed me to what working at DSG and in the corporate world would look like. Being given the responsibility to complete important tasks and seeing the trust instilled in me by my teammates to do the work and contribute to the team was invaluable to me. All of my teammates wanted to see me grow and I felt like I could in this space.” – Emery Rios, Cybersecurity Intern
“My internship experience at Dick’s Sporting Goods was incredibly rewarding. I felt genuinely supported by my team, who took the time to teach me and involve me in meaningful projects that contributed to the business. I especially appreciated the collaborative environment and the opportunity to apply both creative and strategic thinking. This experience has strengthened my passion for the retail industry, and I would love the opportunity to come back and continue growing with the DSG team in the future.” – Sarah Cyphers, Merchandising Intern
Additional Qualifications
- Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree
- Strong verbal communication skills to read and write reports, as well as communicate cross-functionally and vertically throughout the organization
- Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment
- Eagerness to learn and work as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas in an accessible manner
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
