This internship provides emerging supply chain leaders with a dynamic learning platform to gain firsthand, hands-on experience in a fast-paced fulfillment environment. Sitting directly on the warehouse floor, the intern will work alongside site leadership to learn daily operational leadership across E-commerce, Wholesale, and Retail replenishment fulfillment processes. This role is designed for a goal-oriented candidate who thrives on solving problems, setting priorities, and motivating floor teams in a production-focused environment. Interns who successfully complete the program will be considered for full-time roles upon graduation.
About the Summer Internship Program:Each summer, URBN Inc. welcomes candidates from across the country to immerse themselves within various teams across our portfolio of brands and gain hands-on learning experience in the area of business they choose to pursue. Our paid internship program also offers a summer full of internfocused events, including exposure to senior leadership through small-group settings, insight into company initiatives, off-site field trips, and, for those who qualify, the opportunity to interview for a full-time position. See for yourself what our past and present interns are up to @urbncareers!The URBN 2027 Summer Internship Program will run from 6/7 through 8/13 at our Home Office in Philadelphia, PA. Summer Internship Program Application Process:
1) Apply to one (1) internship posting that best aligns with your interests and skills. If there is a project component included in the application (see role qualifications below), it is required and must be submitted at the time of application to be considered for the position.
2) Complete a Video Interview: Candidates selected to move forward will receive an email with a link to complete a video interview. Once the email is received, candidates will have two (2) days to complete this portion of the application.
3) Interviews with our internal teams will be scheduled on a rolling basis.
4) To ensure you receive the most up-to-date information regarding your application, please make sure URBN is added to your safe senders or contacts so our emails do not go to spam. If you are using a school email address, please also include a personal email address in your profile as an alternate point of contact.
Applications will close at 5:00 PM EST on October 30, 2026.
Role Responsibilities
- Workflow Coordination: Help coordinate day-to-day work activities across departments to optimize throughput, enhance workflow, and achieve operational objectives.
- Issue Resolution: Actively identify floor bottlenecks, anticipate problems, and expedite real-time operational solutions in a fast-paced setting.
- Tool & Safety Provision: Ensure floor associates have the required tools, proper training, and support to meet safety, quality, and operational standards.
Quality Control, Cost Management & Analytics
- Quality & Accuracy Inspection: Inspect work accuracy and output quality on the floor to maintain high standards and drive continuous improvement.
- KPI Tracking: Assist in tracking, analyzing, recording, and reporting departmental production metrics and key performance indicators.
- Fiscal Responsibility: Support cost control within the distribution & fulfillment centers by helping monitor daily labor utilization and supply costs.
- Performance Reviews: Assist Operations Managers with analyzing and reviewing trends for performance and attendance data.
Team Leadership & Safety Culture
- Housekeeping & Safety: Promote and uphold high standards for facility safety, ergonomics, and housekeeping.
- Cross-Training & Development: Participate in cross-training employees across multiple departments to build depth and flexibility across the warehouse floor.
- Positive Culture: Cultivate a positive, inclusive work environment by fostering team ownership, accountability, and strong workplace relationships.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Interact with cross-functional teams and facility management to resolve operational issues impacting overall performance.
Role Qualifications
- Education: Currently pursuing a college degree with a professional interest in Supply Chain Management
- Operational Mindset: Strong analytical mindset with the ability to multi-task, prioritize work under minimal supervision, and adapt in a goal-driven environment.
- Communication & Leadership: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to support, motivate, and mentor team members.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
- Physical Capability: Ability to stand, walk, climb, balance, kneel, crouch throughout shifts on the warehouse floor.
- Lifting & Handling: Ability to reach, push, pull, and lift freight or materials of various shapes and sizes up to 50 pounds.
- Equipment Operation: Willingness and physical coordination to safely operate warehouse equipment (e.g., pallet jacks, forklifts, cherry pickers, or box cutters) as needed.
- Work Environment: Active warehouse environment with moderate noise levels across all weather conditions.
This internship will take place at our Gap Distribution Center in Gap, Pennsylvania.
The PerksURBN offers comprehensive Perks & Benefits to employees. Availability and eligibility to specific benefits may be subject to your location and employment status. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, generous employee discounts, retirement savings and much more! For additional information visit www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits
EEO StatementURBN celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression), religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. We believe strongly in fostering a safe, fair and respectful work environment. To ensure compliance with our non-discrimination and anti-harassment policies, we offer anti-harassment training to managers and employees.
Skills Required
- Currently pursuing a college degree with a professional interest in Supply Chain Management
- Strong analytical mindset and ability to multitask, prioritize work, and adapt under minimal supervision
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to support, motivate, and mentor team members
- Ability to stand, walk, climb, balance, kneel, and crouch throughout warehouse shifts
- Ability to reach, push, pull, and lift freight or materials up to 50 pounds
- Willingness and physical coordination to safely operate warehouse equipment, including pallet jacks, forklifts, cherry pickers, or box cutters
What We Do
Urban Outfitters, Inc. (URBN) is a global consumer-brand portfolio comprising Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie, Free People, FP Movement, Anthropologie Weddings, Terrain, Menus & Venues, and Nuuly. The company creates unique retail experiences with a focus on creativity and pleasing customers. Its brands cultivate communities and provide inclusive platforms where customers, coworkers, partners, and followers can express themselves through creative expression and community.
