Business Management Analyst Intern - Summer 2026
Pataskala, OhioAbout 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.The Technology Business Management Office (BMO) Intern will report directly to the Manager of Portfolio Operations who oversees the Technology Project Portfolio Operations team within the BMO. The BMO is responsible for maintaining and administering the various business components that are essential to running a successful Technology organization. The intern will learn a strong understanding of business management and project portfolio management principles and will gain exposure to corporatefinancial management, vendor & contract management, and project portfolio management.
Internship Details
Assistwith budget tracking, variance analysis, and financial reporting.
Support purchase order creation and invoice processing in compliance with company policies.
Helpmaintainvendor records,monitorperformance, andassistwith contract renewals.
Contribute to capital project portfolio management, including status updates and dashboard reporting.
Prepare communications and presentations for technology initiatives and leadership updates.
Assistin building and implementing Copilot agents to automate and enhance BMO functions such as budget tracking, vendor management, and reporting.
Internship Qualifications
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
Ability to act independently to resolve problems
Must show a sense of urgency, being able to perform and multitask under pressure
Proven ability to transfer knowledge and stay aware of current trends and technical advancements
Ability to articulate and present different points-of-views on various technologies
Time management skills as well as the ability to be flexible and creative
Major in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or Data / Business Analytics is preferred
Experience with the following applications and systemsarepreferred:
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Power BI
Microsoft SharePoint
Microsoft M365 Copilot
Microsoft Word
Microsoft PowerPoint
Program Details
TheKnitWellGroup Summer Internship Program welcomestheclassesof 2026and 2027college students to work with several of our brands (Ann Taylor,Haven Well Within,LOFT, Talbots)and Corporate Shared Servicesto kick-start their career in retail. This immersive experience offers interns the opportunity to work hands-onwith their department for10-weeksand 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 ourDistribution Centeroffice location inColumbus, OH.
KnitWellGroup does not offer housing near any of our corporate office locations. Participating students must have the ability to independently secure and finance housingina commutable distance of the office location.
Applicants to this position mustbe authorized towork for any employer in the US without sponsorshipnow or in the future. We are not providing sponsorship for this position.
Applicant Requirements
Junior or senior (Class of 2026and 2027)
Master’s students not eligible
Resume and portfolio (portfolios only neededfor Design Applications)
Available June1, 2026 – August 7, 2026
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Location:
Ascena Corp ETNA-ascena-Pataskala, OH 43062Position Type:
Intern (Fixed Term)/Full timeEqual 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 myHRSupport@knitwellgroup.com. 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.
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