Kate Spade Summer Associate
- Employment
- Seasonal
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Posted
- Apr 1, 2026
About Kate Spade
Kate Spade is a design-driven luxury lifestyle brand known for its playful, modern aesthetic and strong emphasis on accessible luxury. The label operates a global retail footprint and is part of the Tapestry portfolio of brands, which provides structured retail training, career mobility across label portfolios, and disciplined brand management.
Kate Spade — Summer Associate in New York, NY. Seasonal retail role delivering client service, sales and visual merchandising for the Kate Spade store.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver exceptional client service by greeting customers, assessing needs, and providing relevant product recommendations to drive store sales.
- Operate the point-of-sale (POS) system accurately, process cash and card transactions, and manage returns and exchanges in accordance with company policy.
- Maintain and elevate store presentation through daily housekeeping, visual merchandising tasks, and timely replenishment of stock on the sales floor.
- Support inventory activities including stock counts, receiving, processing shipments, and accurate tagging of merchandise.
- Adhere to loss prevention and cash-handling procedures, ensuring security and compliance with company standards.
- Meet or exceed daily and seasonal sales targets, participate in promotions, and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
- Attend and complete required brand and product training; communicate product knowledge and promotional initiatives to clients and colleagues.
Qualifications
- Availability to work a seasonal schedule throughout the summer, including weekends and peak retail hours.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a customer-first orientation.
- Reliable numeracy and attention to detail for cash handling and transaction accuracy.
- Presentable professional appearance and the ability to represent a prestige lifestyle brand.
- Legal authorization to work in the country of employment.
Skills
Experience
Entry-level role; prior retail or luxury customer-facing experience preferred but not required. Candidates with internship or part-time retail experience demonstrating sales aptitude and strong client service will be prioritized.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent; current enrollment in college or vocational studies is acceptable.
Workplace
The role is situated in New York, New York, USA.
Culture
The Kate Spade retail environment is stylish, fast-paced and customer-centric, with a focus on creativity and approachable luxury. Employees are supported through structured on-the-floor training, collaborative teams, and development pathways within the wider Tapestry group.
About Cerulean
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