2025-2026 Leadership Development Program – Finance Summer Internship

Job Description 

The A&F Leadership Development Programs are highly competitive initiatives, unique for their entrepreneurial structure, and provide immediate exposure to senior level leaders. With a “promote from within” mentality, these programs have been designed to shape top candidates into the future leaders of our company. We want students who are motivated, creative, and strategic – natural leaders seeking to drive results in a team-based environment. The Finance LDP Program features an initial comprehensive training program up to six weeks long and continued career development through a custom curriculum. 

 
The comprehensive programs will include: 

Combination of classroom sessions and on-the-job training 

Relationship with a mentor to guide learning in the new role 

Interactive presentations from a variety of senior leaders in the company 

An open and inclusive learning environment with fellow associates 

Integrated social activities to help transition to Columbus and the unique corporate culture at A&F 

Preparation to effectively manage a portion of the business in one of our critical areas at Home Office 

Financial Analysts gain a unique and multi-faceted skill set through our Full-Time Leadership Development Program, gaining exposure to multiple disciplines within our finance organization.  Highly analytical and results-oriented, our Financial Analysts make an immediate impact on corporate strategy and direction.   

What Will You Be Doing? 

Interns will be placed in one of the following financial disciplines for the course of the program. 

There will be a strong focus on career pathing for each associate in partnership with their team and HR. Mobility across finance disciplines is available and encouraged as associates’ career paths progress. 

LDP opportunities include: 

Financial Planning & Analysis: Focusing on future projections. Executing the A&F strategy for international growth. Partnering with the Merchandise Planning group to ensure the company is poised for future growth. 

Financial Reporting: Overseeing corporate budgets and projections. Partnering with multiple business areas to assess risks and opportunities. Preparing the earnings release analysis on quarterly performance. Presenting monthly forecast updates to leadership. 

Accounting: Acting as a technical accounting resource for A&F business units. Managing company control of the reconciliation process. Ensuring continuous compliance in reporting. 

Treasury: Supporting all aspects of Treasury operations including the cash forecasting process, contributing to the global cash management strategy. 

Business Unit Finance: General ledger maintenance, balance sheet reconciliation, forecasting/budgeting, variance analysis, and performance reporting. Partnering with business unit teams to complete activity-based costing to facilitate cost-reduction decisions. 

Capital Projects: Overseeing A&F’s capital investments to ensure return on investment, stringent cost management, and compliance in regulatory standards for all assets and asset-related activity. 

What Do You Need To Bring? 

Junior status working towards a bachelor’s degree 

Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA 

Passion for the A&F brands and the role 

Proven leadership experience 

Ability to thrive in team-based settings and a collaborative approach to working with cross-functional partners  

Desire to take on the responsibility of running a portion of a multi-billion-dollar business 

Finance, Accounting, Economics majors preferred 

Strong presentation skills and the ability to communicate confidently with senior-level leaders 

Analytical and organizational skills 

Ability to adapt and work in a fast-paced environment 

Desire & curiosity to learn more! 

Our interns are compensated $9,000 for the 9-week summer program. Other benefits of the program have historically included housing provided by A&F for the duration of the program, merchandise discounts at all our brands, use of the A&F gym, and organized social events throughout the summer. Our interns end the summer with a thorough understanding of the Full Time Leadership Development Program and have early access to full time job opportunities. 
 
To be eligible for consideration, students must also submit their unofficial transcripts and resumes, complete with cumulative GPA. 

Our Company  

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. is a global, digitally led omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennials with assortments curated for their specific lifestyle needs. 

The company operates a family of brands, including Abercrombie & Fitch, YPB, abercrombie kids, Hollister and Gilly Hicks, each sharing a commitment to offer products of enduring quality and exceptional comfort that support global customers on their journey to being and becoming who they are. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. operates over 750 stores under these brands across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as the e-commerce sites abercrombie.com, abercrombiekids.com, and hollisterco.com. 

At Abercrombie & Fitch Co., we lead with purpose and always put our people first. We’re proud to offer equitable compensation and benefits, including flexibility and competitive Paid Time Off, as well as education and engagement events, including various Associate Resource Groups, volunteer opportunities and additional time off to give back to our global communities.  

Additional Information 

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER