Product Management Internship – Summer 2023

Product Management Internship – Summer 2023

Springs Window Fashions has been part of the window treatments industry since 1939. Headquartered in Middleton WI, we have over 8,000 associates and 18 locations worldwide. Our custom window treatments are available in nearly every major retailer, in thousands of designer showrooms and showcased in large commercial buildings.

Our company is privately owned with products marketed across a broad portfolio of brands including Bali, Graber, SunSetter and Mecho. Our tagline is “the Best Experience Company.” And it’s more than just a set of words—it represents the essence of who we are. As North America’s premier window covering company, we’re committed to creating the Best Experience for our associates and team members, our consumers and end users, and our channel and business partners.

We are bringing new innovations to the market and have a lot to offer consumers who want to improve their home décor. Despite COVID, our company is experiencing high growth as consumers spend more time at home and want to redecorate

Internship Overview

Springs Window Fashions is looking for a motivated and hardworking individual to join our Product Management Team! The Product Management Internship provides an exciting opportunity to assist the team with project support while providing valuable work experience related to your chosen field of study. Our paid internship program is known for having in-depth, challenging project work with cross-functional teams, as well as professional development, job shadowing and other growth opportunities.

Internship Projects And Responsibilities

• Creation of fabric assortment boards as the story for platform development projects, including updating color coordination excel docs.
• Validation of the integrity of data in product assortment master lists as they are used for current projects and will feed the PIM tool.
• Documenting findings, update documentation, samples, draw conclusions from the data and make recommendations to PM.
• Locate and list competitive books and sample shades on hand.
• Data analysis (Pull data, format information, analyze and provide conclusion to PM)
• Proof documents such as PIGs, price lists, spec charts, other marketing literature

Preferred Qualifications

Requirements

• Previous internship experience in relevant function
• Pursuing a 4-year degree with preferred current standing of Junior level
• Strong writing and organizational skills, attention to detail, yet ability to see the big picture
• Proficient computer skills Microsoft Office
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Strong communication skills (verbal, written and at tention to detail)
• Positive attitude and eagerness to learn

Behavioral Competencies

• Ensures Accountability – Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments
• Drive Engagement – Creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives
• Instill Trust – Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity
• Drive Results – Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances
• Consumer/Customer Focus – Building strong customer relationships and delivering on customer-centric solutions
• Critical Thinking – Making Sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems
• Being Resilient – Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations
• Optimize Work Processes – Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement