The Experience

BCBG, Forever 21, Coach, Marc Jacobs, Nine West, Buckle, T.J. Maxx, and Burlington Coat Factory, are just some of the hundreds of companies where FIDM Grads build careers in fashion merchandising.

Career Opportunities

Our Career Center has cultivated a database of thousands of employer contacts nationwide with the singular goal of providing industry-related internships and employment for our students and graduates throughout their careers.

Buyer

Shop for the latest trends. As a fashion merchandise buyer, work closely with Planners and Allocators, Store Managers, and staff to select the merchandise sold in stores. Stay on the cutting edge of current and future trends by shopping the market and traveling to trade shows all over the world.

Account Executive

Bring your people skills and fashion know-how to the retail industry as you liaison between Manufacturers and Buyers. Oversee multiple retail accounts, show the line to Buyers, and provide updated fashion information and promotional tools for store personnel.

Store Manager

Make fashion your responsibility. Hire, train, and manage employees, track sales, and work directly with Account Coordinators and Buyers. This fast-paced career brings a variety of day-to-day responsibilities in a department or specialty store.

Merchandise Coordinator

Get maximum exposure. Use strong visual presentation skills to merchandise a product line and be a liaison between Manufacturer and Retailer.

Showroom Manager

Display designer collections. Organize collections, show the line to Buyers, and handle various retail accounts. Manage costs and make sure the operation is profitable.

Merchandise Planner/Allocator

Make fashion your business. Use strong computer, math, and problem-solving skills to support a company's objectives, identify store trends, develop financial plans, and forecast future merchandise needs.