Fall 2026 Retail Operations Internship
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tarte cosmetics
NY
Summary
Support day-to-day retail operations tasks and take ownership of assigned daily and weekly responsibilities. Collaborate with leaders across various departments to complete independent projects and attend professional trainings.
Job Description
tarte™ is the pioneer of high-performance naturals™ & one of the fastest growing cosmetic companies in the U.S. Nearly 25 years ago, founder & CEO Maureen Kelly set out to create a cruelty-free line of easy-to-use, life-proof products packed with good-for-you ingredients that deliver real results without compromise. Each item is developed without the icky, bad stuff (like parabens, mineral oil, phthalates, & more) & with the best naturally-derived ingredients Mother Nature has to offer. The brand is 85% vegan (with 100% vegan skincare!) & proud to be the #1 concealer brand in the US.* tarte™ is committed to sharing its passion for skinvigorating™ ingredients with the world: it has in-store presence in over 20 countries & online at tarte.com, shipping to over 50 countries worldwide!
But tarte™ doesn't stop there. Giving back has always been a part of the brand's DNA. tarte is committed to lifting up others, having cleared thousands of teacher wishlists & mentoring future leaders & entrepreneurs through the tartelette U & internship programs & the shape your future™ small business awards. In 2017, tarte™ founded heart to tarte™, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization to help support causes like female empowerment, underserved communities, environmental conservancy, animal rescue, disaster relief & health & wellness initiatives. tarte also sustainably sources ingredients directly from cooperatives, & in 2019 helped fund the creation of an all-female maracuja cooperative in the Rainforest.
Are you a force of nature who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Do you want to contribute to tarte's mission of offering cruelty-free, eco-chic cosmetics chock high-performance natural™ ingredients? If so, we'd love to hear from you!
Fall 2026 Retail Operations Internship:
tarte cosmetics is seeking enthusiastic seniors from accredited colleges/universities, eager to kickstart their Retail Operations career with an in-person Fall Internship! As an intern, you'll dive into the world of Retail Operations, gaining hands-on experience in our New York City office. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment & want the chance to collaborate with industry leaders, our internship program is the perfect opportunity for you. Join us in shaping the future of beauty!
Responsibilities:
- Support day-to-day responsibilities in retail operations department
- Ownership of assigned daily/weekly tasks
- Attend trainings and speaking engagements led by tarte leaders across various departments
- Work closely with leaders in various departments to complete independent projects
- Develop your teamwork, leadership, analytical, & strategic thinking skills
Requirements:
- Must be a current student of an accredited college, seniors preferred
- Ability to be in-person based in NYC office during the fall semester
- Ability to multitask & remain flexible in a fast-paced environment
- Strong teamwork skills
- Strong organization and communication skills
- Excellent written and interpersonal skills
Our Perks:
- Gratis!
- Give-back initiatives
- Networking opportunities
- Friendly, fun, creative & collaborative work environment
- Fall program salary range: $21/hr
We’re tarte – the original pioneer of high-performance naturals & one of the fastest-growing beauty brands in the U.S. Founded over 25 years ago by Maureen Kelly, tarte started with a bold belief: beauty should be cruelty-free, easy to use, packed with good-for-you ingredients, & actually work. No compromises. Ever.
Today, tarte is loved by a global community of tartelettes – from pros to everyday beauty lovers, including makeup artists, creators, celebrities, teachers, nurses, moms, students, & everyone in between. Every product is made without the icky stuff (like parabens, mineral oil, & phthalates) & powered by the best naturally derived ingredients Mother Nature has to offer. We’re proudly the #1 concealer & mascara brand in the U.S. You’ll find us in over 20 countries in store & online at tarte.com, shipping to more than 50 countries worldwide.
Our people come first — always. We’re a friendly, fun, fast-paced, & highly collaborative team where creativity thrives, individuality is celebrated, & big ideas are encouraged.
We offer people-first benefits for full-time employees, including:
Generous PTO & a robust holiday calendar kicking off 12/24 & returning in the New Year
Paid vacation, holidays, summer Fridays, birthdays off, & volunteer time
Medical, dental, & vision coverage, plus a 401(k) plan
Access to health & wellness programs
Makeup gratis (yes, really) & employee discounts on tarte.com
Team give-back initiatives & meaningful ways to connect beyond the day-to-day
Doing good is part of who we are. In 2017, we launched heart to tarte, our 501(c)(3) nonprofit supporting causes like anti-cyberbullying, environmental conservancy, animal rescue, disaster relief, & women’s & children’s health initiatives. We’re also deeply committed to responsible sourcing — including helping fund an all-female maracuja cooperative in the Rainforest.
At tarte, we’re not just building a beauty brand — we’re building a community fueled by purpose, passion, & positivity.
Founded
1999
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Personal Care Product Manufacturing
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
New York, NY
We’re tarte – the original pioneer of high-performance naturals & one of the fastest-growing beauty brands in the U.S. Founded over 25 years ago by Maureen Kelly, tarte started with a bold belief: beauty should be cruelty-free, easy to use, packed with good-for-you ingredients, & actually work. No compromises. Ever.
Today, tarte is loved by a global community of tartelettes – from pros to everyday beauty lovers, including makeup artists, creators, celebrities, teachers, nurses, moms, students, & everyone in between. Every product is made without the icky stuff (like parabens, mineral oil, & phthalates) & powered by the best naturally derived ingredients Mother Nature has to offer. We’re proudly the #1 concealer & mascara brand in the U.S. You’ll find us in over 20 countries in store & online at tarte.com, shipping to more than 50 countries worldwide.
Our people come first — always. We’re a friendly, fun, fast-paced, & highly collaborative team where creativity thrives, individuality is celebrated, & big ideas are encouraged.
We offer people-first benefits for full-time employees, including:
Generous PTO & a robust holiday calendar kicking off 12/24 & returning in the New Year
Paid vacation, holidays, summer Fridays, birthdays off, & volunteer time
Medical, dental, & vision coverage, plus a 401(k) plan
Access to health & wellness programs
Makeup gratis (yes, really) & employee discounts on tarte.com
Team give-back initiatives & meaningful ways to connect beyond the day-to-day
Doing good is part of who we are. In 2017, we launched heart to tarte, our 501(c)(3) nonprofit supporting causes like anti-cyberbullying, environmental conservancy, animal rescue, disaster relief, & women’s & children’s health initiatives. We’re also deeply committed to responsible sourcing — including helping fund an all-female maracuja cooperative in the Rainforest.
At tarte, we’re not just building a beauty brand — we’re building a community fueled by purpose, passion, & positivity.
Founded
1999
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Personal Care Product Manufacturing
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
New York, NY