Intern - Merchandising

Role summary

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This internship is suited to an undergraduate or recent graduate interested in apparel merchandising, sourcing, fashion, or supply chain management. Candidates are generally expected to have good communication, coordination, numerical, analytical, and Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel. Knowledge of garment production, fabrics, costing, purchase orders, or product development is useful but may not be essential. The intern is expected to support merchandising teams with customer and supplier coordination, product information, sample tracking, order follow-up, data preparation, reporting, and documentation. Strong attention to detail, time management, teamwork, professionalism, willingness to learn, and the ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment are important.

About the employer

MAS Holdings is one of South Asia’s largest apparel and textile manufacturers and a major supplier to leading international fashion and sportswear brands. Headquartered in Sri Lanka, the company operates across product design, development, manufacturing, technology, and supply chain services, with facilities and partnerships in several countries. MAS is known for producing performance wear, lingerie, swimwear, intimate apparel, and fashion products, while investing heavily in innovation, sustainability, ethical manufacturing, and employee development. Its businesses work closely with global brands from concept creation through sourcing, production, and delivery. The company offers graduates and interns exposure to international customers, modern manufacturing practices, cross-functional teamwork, and commercial apparel operations. Specific duties, benefits, and internship allowances may vary by business unit and location.

Working in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka offers opportunities in apparel manufacturing, merchandising, sourcing, IT, engineering, tourism, finance, logistics, and shared services. The country has a multicultural society shaped by Sinhalese, Tamil, Muslim, and colonial influences; English is widely used in business, while Sinhala and Tamil are the official languages. Life is generally affordable compared with many international destinations, although Colombo housing and transport costs are higher. The island provides beaches, tea country, wildlife parks, historic cities, and a relaxed social lifestyle, with warm tropical weather year-round. Foreign nationals normally need an appropriate employment or residence visa arranged with employer support; working on a tourist visa is not permitted. Interns should confirm sponsorship, duration, accommodation, insurance, and local registration before relocating. Public transport is inexpensive, but traffic can be heavy. Colombo is the main corporate hub, while major manufacturing facilities are located across several regions.