Summer 2026 Merchandising Intern

BASS PRO SHOPS INTERNSHIP PROGRAM:

Embark on a 10-week adventure with Bass Pro Shops, where you’ll gain hands-on experience, contribute to real projects, and make a meaningful impact. This is more than just an internship, it’s your opportunity to explore how a passion for the outdoors fuels a world-class company.

Our headquarters, known as Base Camp, is located in Springfield, Missouri, in the heart of the Ozarks. Nature isn’t just our backdrop; it’s at the core of who we are.

What You'll Do:

• Work side by side with experienced teams
• Contribute to meaningful, real-world projects
• Explore every corner of our business
• Network with leaders across the company
• Grow your professional brand and skillset
• Whether you're interested in business operations, outdoor retail, conservation, or hospitality, this internship offers a behind-the-scenes look at the diverse areas that make Bass Pro Shops truly unique

Your adventure starts here.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assists in the development of Proprietary Product, identifying market trends, and developing product and price structures
• Assists Merchant and Product Development team with product specifications, sourcing, forecasting, and marketing strategy.   
• Assists the merchant in the preparation of financial plans and business strategy.   
• Obtains vendor samples for new products. Logs and tracks all designs that the Merchandiser must approve and all TX’s that the Merchandiser or Catalog Assistant must approve.

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum Education Required:  Completion of Sophomore year of college through graduating year.
• Minimum GPA: 3.0
• Preferred Major: 
• Available for full commitment of 10-week program (40 hours/week)
• Currently enrolled in accredited college or university in pursuit of bachelor’s degree in related field
• Eligible to work in the US
• Ability to relocate to work location for the duration of the program

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Travel required varies based on internship, minimal.

INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT:

• Performs tasks and duties under direct supervision, using well-defined policies and procedures. Work is reviewed by supervisor. Limited opportunity exists for exercising independent judgment and decision making

Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer.  Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Reasonable Accommodations

Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at hrcompliance@basspro.com.