Professional Skills Internship
Where students gain confidence through experience.
Looking for a meaningful way to build your resume, develop professional skills, and gain real-world experience before your first job?
The FashionPact Professional Skills Internship is a semester-long, unpaid educational internship designed for motivated students ages 14–18. Through hands-on learning and mentorship, interns develop the professional skills, confidence, and workplace habits that will help them succeed in future jobs, college, and beyond.
This is more than volunteering—it is a structured internship focused on preparing young people for the professional world.
More Information
Who Can Apply?
Students who:
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Are 14–18 years old
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Can commit to the entire Fall 2026 semester (Aug. 31 - Dec. 12)
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Want to build professional skills and workplace confidence
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Are dependable, eager to learn, and willing to receive feedback
Professional Skills You'll Build
Throughout the internship, you'll gain experience in:
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Professional communication
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Customer service
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Retail organization
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Visual merchandising
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Teamwork and collaboration
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Time management
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Responsibility and accountability
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Self-motivation
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Receiving and applying constructive feedback
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Building confidence in a professional workplace
What You'll Do
Each internship shift includes guided training in different areas of the store:
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Product preparation and presentation
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Store organization and merchandising
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Customer service and cashiering
Professional Benefits
Every intern who successfully completes the program will receive:
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Resume-worthy professional experience
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A personalized letter of recommendation
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A Certificate of Internship Completion
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Hands-on workplace experience with mentoring
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A deeper understanding of how local nonprofits and businesses work together to strengthen our community
Schedule
Two internship shifts each week
Traditional School Students
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Two consistent evenings per week (Example: Mon & Thurs or Tues & Sat)
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4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Homeschool & Alternative School Students
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Two consistent afternoons per week (Example: Mon & Wed or Thurs & Sat)
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1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Why FashionPact?
At FashionPact, we believe the best way to prepare for the future is through real-world experience. Our mission is not only to support local nonprofits, but also to invest in the next generation of young professionals. Through this internship, students gain practical experience, workplace mentorship, and the confidence to succeed wherever life takes them.
Applications are now open for the Fall 2026 FashionPact Professional Skills Internship.
Build your future. Build your confidence. Build professional skills that last a lifetime.
Timeline & Application
Fall 2026 Application Timeline
July 25 – August 15: Applications Open
Complete and submit your internship application during this application window.
August 17 – August 22: Application Review & Selection
Applications will be carefully reviewed. Because the internship has limited space, not all applicants will be selected.
August 24 – August 25: Acceptance Notifications
Applicants will be notified by email whether they have been selected for the Fall 2026 internship.
August 31 – December 12: Professional Skills Internship
Interns participate in the semester-long internship program, gaining hands-on experience, mentorship, and professional skills.
Application Information
The FashionPact Professional Skills Internship is a selective program with limited space. We are able to accept one intern per shift at each FashionPact location, so unfortunately not every applicant can be offered a position.
Applicants will be evaluated based on their commitment to completing the full semester, reliability, willingness to learn, professionalism, and enthusiasm for developing workplace skills. Previous work experience is not required.
This internship is designed to mirror the expectations of a professional workplace. Because each intern receives individualized training and mentorship, regular attendance is essential. We ask interns to attend every scheduled shift unless they are ill or have an approved absence.
FashionPact is committed to providing equal opportunity to all applicants. We welcome students from all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Because this internship is designed to prepare students for future employment, selected interns will be expected to arrive on time, communicate responsibly, demonstrate a positive attitude, and consistently fulfill their internship commitment throughout the semester.