Location: Hong Kong SAR
State/Province/City: Hong Kong Island
City: Hong Kong
Business Unit: Store Support Centre (SSC)
Time Type: Full-time
Planning Intern - Accessories | Contract June - August 2026
Description & Requirements
Application close date: 27 November 2025 at 9:00 am HKT*
*Please note: This posting may be closed ahead of the listed close date dependent on the volume of applications received. Please submit your application as soon as possible. Late applications will not be accepted.
Who we are
*Please note: This posting may be closed ahead of the listed close date dependent on the volume of applications received. Please submit your application as soon as possible. Late applications will not be accepted.
Who we are
lululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we're in. As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and growth-focused environment for our people.
About the Global Internship Program
Our Global Internship Program offers an immersive, inclusive, and fun learning experience for early-in-career talent at select participating Store Support Centre (SSC) locations. Throughout the 12-week program, interns gain exposure to real business initiatives, contribute to meaningful projects, and build lasting connections through networking opportunities, company events, and mentorship from leaders across the organization. The 2026 program opportunities will be product-focused, with interns supporting the teams driving product innovation and international growth.
- Program Dates: June 1 to August 21, 2026 (dates subject to change)
- Compensation & Benefits: Full-time, paid internship with access to group fitness classes, employee discount, and paid time off (prorated), including observed holidays.
- Development Opportunities: Q&A sessions with executive leaders, alumni networking events, and career development sessions.
- 3-Tier Support: Each intern is paired with a manager, mentor, and buddy for day-to-day support and dedicated career guidance.
- Career Pathways: Interns participating in the 2026 program will have early access to full-time job opportunities. However, conversion to full-time employment after the program is not guaranteed.
About this team
Join the Planning & Allocations team and play a pivotal role in shaping how we deliver the right product, at the right time, to every guest, in every region. This team drives sales and inventory strategies by store, defines clusters for segmentation and localization, and manages inventory flow across channels to support our design vision and financial goals. Our ability to optimize product availability by size and location has made lululemon the most productive retailer in the industry, creating transformational experiences for our guests and fueling our continued growth.
Core responsibilities
Join the Planning & Allocations team and play a pivotal role in shaping how we deliver the right product, at the right time, to every guest, in every region. This team drives sales and inventory strategies by store, defines clusters for segmentation and localization, and manages inventory flow across channels to support our design vision and financial goals. Our ability to optimize product availability by size and location has made lululemon the most productive retailer in the industry, creating transformational experiences for our guests and fueling our continued growth.
Core responsibilities
As a Planning Intern, you’ll learn and assist in the development, execution, and communication of merchandise financial plans that align with the business’ brand, marketing, and financial objectives. Your contributions will influence merchandise flow strategies that maximize sales and enhance guest experience.
Key responsibilities include:
- Analyze Data that Drives Business Decisions: Leverage systems and tools to assess historical and current trends, identify risks and opportunities, and recommend strategies to optimize inventory and drive category performance.
- Support Optimized Inventory Flow: Learn how inventory parameters are established and adjusted to impact replenishment and allocation. Provide support to Merchandising to actively manage product assortment and seasonal merchandise flow strategies that maximize sales and guest experience.
- Participate in Merchandise Review Meetings: Prepare materials and generate insights based on business results.
- Conduct Strategic and Market Analysis: Execute detailed category performance analysis and participate in market study projects to uncover growth opportunities.
Qualifications:
- Completed or currently pursuing BA or BS in Business, Finance, Merchandising, Retail Management (or equivalent)
- Proficient in Excel
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and generate insights that support inventory planning, sales forecasting, and strategic decision-making
- Effective communication skills (written & verbal)
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Self-motivated and adaptable; comfortable navigating ambiguity and solving problems proactively
- Collaborative team player with the ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks to meet deadlines
- Open to feedback and committed to continuous learning and growth
Must haves:
- Acknowledges the presence of choice in every moment and takes personal responsibility for their life.
- Possesses an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovates to achieve great results.
- Communicates with honesty and kindness, and creates the space for others to do the same.
- Leads with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
- Fosters connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
- Integrates fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn’t take themselves too seriously.
Additional Notes
Authorization to work in Hong Kong is required for this role.
Workplace arrangement
This role is classified as Hybrid under our SSC Workplace Policy.
Hybrid: In-person collaboration is important, and much of the role can be performed remotely. Work is performed onsite at least 4 days per week.
Beyond the Paycheck (Benefits & Perks)
At lululemon, we care for and invest in the whole person – body, mind, spirit. Our total rewards program is designed to support you in achieving your goals and focus on the things you love. In addition to competitive base pay and a team-based bonus program, we also offer paid time off, generous employee discounts, fitness/yoga classes, parenthood top up program and personal and professional development programs.
Note: availability of these benefits and perks may be subject to your location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these benefits and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.
Learn more about what it's like working for lululemon in our Asia-Pacific markets:
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Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. Please accept our utmost appreciation for your interest. Lululemon is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions or any other classification protected by federal, state or provincial and local laws and ordinances. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request. This Equal Employment Opportunity policy applies to all practices relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, discipline, transfer, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment. While management is primarily responsible for seeing that Lululemon equal employment opportunity policies are implemented, you share in the responsibility for assuring that, by your personal actions, the policies are effective.
lululemon is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you would like someone from our team to contact you for individualized support, email us ataccommodations@lululemon.com. In your email, please include the position title, the location of the position and the nature of your request.