Intern - Merchandising

Role summary

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This internship is suited to an undergraduate or recent graduate interested in apparel merchandising, product development, and sourcing. Candidates are generally expected to have strong communication, coordination, analytical, and organizational skills, along with good Excel and presentation abilities. Knowledge of apparel manufacturing, fashion, textiles, or supply-chain processes is beneficial. The intern may support customer and supplier coordination, order follow-up, sample tracking, product documentation, production updates, and preparation of reports. MAS Holdings expects candidates to be proactive, detail-oriented, willing to learn, comfortable working with multiple teams, and able to manage deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

About the employer

MAS Holdings is one of South Asia’s leading apparel and textile manufacturers, headquartered in Sri Lanka. The company works with globally recognized fashion and sportswear brands and provides services ranging from design and product development to manufacturing, supply-chain management, and innovation. MAS operates facilities and partnerships across several countries, with a strong focus on performance clothing, lingerie, activewear, wearable technology, and sustainable manufacturing. The group is known for investing in employee development, ethical workplace practices, digital capabilities, and environmentally responsible production. Its merchandising teams connect customers, designers, suppliers, and factories to ensure products are developed and delivered according to required quality, cost, and delivery standards. An internship at MAS can provide practical exposure to international apparel operations and cross-functional business coordination.

Working in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka offers opportunities in apparel manufacturing, merchandising, sourcing, information technology, tourism, finance, engineering, and shared services. The country has a warm tropical climate, diverse communities, and a culture shaped by Sinhala, Tamil, Muslim, and colonial influences. Colombo is the main commercial center and provides the widest range of professional jobs, housing, transport, restaurants, and international services, while cities such as Kandy, Galle, and Katunayake offer different lifestyle options. Living costs are generally lower than in many international business hubs, though accommodation in Colombo is more expensive. Foreign nationals normally need an appropriate employment or residence visa sponsored or supported by an employer; tourists cannot legally work. Candidates should confirm visa rules, medical requirements, taxation, and relocation assistance with MAS and Sri Lankan authorities before accepting an offer.