I have worked various retail jobs since the age of 16--yes my first job was at Old Navy. And despite my interesting experiences there, I have continued to branch out to various different types of clothing and retail stores working for fashion boutiques, surf shops, Quiksilver, Vans, and now Aldo. Every store has brought me amazing experiences, frustrations, and most importantly, a passion for working in the retail and clothing industry.
It may be difficult to understand, but there is an excitement I get from receiving new product into the store, and re-merchandising the product so that the store looks appealing and sleek; as well as sharing how awesome new things are with the customers that come in. It is an industry I have grown to love and want to be a part of for the rest of my working days. Although I do not want to be on the sales floor forever, it has given me a foundation to understand the workings of those above me. There is a pecking order and everything is done a particular was for a reason--thats what makes a store successful.
This summer I am embarking on the next step towards a career in the clothing industry. I am doing an in-store internship with Nordstrom in South Coast Plaza--the largest and most prestigious mall in Orange County. I will be trained, mentored, and gain experience working for them; and if I play my cards right, will be offered a job to follow my graduation.
I am hoping this summer will lead me to the next step towards the career of my dreams.
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