About us

KnitWell Group, a specialty retail operating company, comprises some of the most iconic brands in America – Ann Taylor, Chico's, Haven Well Within, Lane Bryant, LOFT, Soma, Talbots, White House Black Market. Individually, our brands are unique and strong. Together, we are powerful.

 

Our common thread is our commitment to create exceptional products, provide memorable experiences, and achieve superior results. Our associates are innovators who thrive through collaboration and are dedicated to excellence. At the heart of it all are the customers we serve. We are dedicated to creating fashion that not only looks good but also makes our customers feel good.

 

KnitWell Group – 2026 Summer Internship Program

Transportation Data Analytics Intern – KnitWell Group

Internship Details

• Provide and present data-based analysis
• Develop and implement data collection systems and data analytic strategies
• Acquire, validate and standardize data from primary and secondary data sources
• Identify, analyze and interpret trends or patterns in complex data sets using statistical techniques
• Develop Transportation-related KPIs and metrics to drive business change
• Identify capabilities and processes that drive continuous improvement
• Perform required key analysis across various functions of the Supply Chain
• Leverage, produce, and provide predictive operational analysis from internal and external data sources for use in decision making
• Assist in driving strategy and execution of major enterprise-wide analytics projects
• Create and develop reporting required for programs and projects, supporting supply chain business development and related initiatives
• Conduct full analysis life cycle including requirements gathering, activities and design

Position Qualifications

• Display natural curiosity and a problem-solving mentality
• Independently exercise critical thinking, sound analytical judgment and insight development

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work cooperatively in a team-based environment
• Ability to work with large data sets
• Experience with using/capacity to learn tools such as Business Objects, Tableau, Power BI, Microstrategy, SQL, Python
• General understanding of financial concepts
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Excellent oral/written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize/multi-task while providing accurate/on-time results
• Retail/Logistics experience is a plus

Program Details

The KnitWell Group Summer Internship Program welcomes the classes of 2026 and 2027 college students to work with several of our brands (Ann Taylor, Haven Well Within, LOFT, Talbots) and Corporate Shared Services to kick-start their career in retail. This immersive experience offers interns the opportunity to work hands-on with their department for 10-weeks and receive professional development opportunities including executive chats, professional workshops, store visits, etc., and participation in a collaborative team project. 

The pay rate for the position is $20.00/hr.

This internship position will be based out of our Etna Distribution Center location in Etna, OH.  

KnitWell Group does not offer housing near any of our corporate office locations. Participating students must have the ability to independently secure and finance housing in a commutable distance of the office location. 

Applicants to this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the US without sponsorship now or in the future. We are not providing sponsorship for this position.

Applicant Requirements

• Junior or senior (Class of 2026 and 2027)
• Master’s students not eligible
• Resume and portfolio (portfolios only needed for Design Applications)
• Available June 1, 2026 – August 7, 2026  

 

Location:

Ascena Corp ETNA-ascena-Pataskala, OH 43062

Position Type:

Intern (Fixed Term)/Full time

 

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact [email protected]. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant’s request for reasonable accommodation.