New York
NRF Foundation Student Program
January 9-12, 2025 | Marriott Marquis, NYC
The NRF Foundation Student Program in New York City gives college students the unique opportunity to launch their future careers in retail and experience all that the industry offers. Retail executives in marketing, merchandising, talent, entrepreneurship, sustainability, diversity and inclusion, supply chain, technology and more share their stories, insights, and what they learned in their careers, and students explore various careers paths in the retail industry, meet with dozens of recruiters from their favorite brands and create visions for their futures, all in just four days.
The NRF Foundation Student Program is January 9-12, 2025, in New York City and is open to all undergraduate and graduate students and all educators and staff at any U.S. college or university.
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OUR 2025 SCHEDULE
Thursday
Thursday Jan. 9 | All Day
Go behind-the-scenes, meet retail professionals and explore career paths with select retailers hosting sessions in their NYC offices, stores and more. Tours & Talks will go live in November, and students registered for the Student Program can sign up at no additional cost. Note: students only
Friday
Friday Jan. 10 | 9:30AM – 5:20PM
Insights and expertise from speakers across various sectors of the retail industry including merchandising, marketing, technology, entrepreneurship, sustainability and more.
Lunch
Friday Jan. 10 | 12:00PM – 1:00PM
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Friday Jan. 10 | 1:00PM – 4:00PM
The Future of Retail: Integrating Technology and Supply Chain Solutions
Go deeper with our breakout sessions for our NRF Foundation Ray Greenly Scholarship recipients. Limited spots will be made available for additional students registered for the Student Program.
Afternoon Snack
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Saturday
Breakfast
Saturday Jan. 11 | 7:00AM – 8:00AM
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Saturday Jan. 11 | 8:40AM – 11:00AM
presented by American Express
More than 100 leaders from companies will join students for small round-table discussions during our signature NRF Foundation Executive Mentor Experience.
Saturday Jan. 11 | 9:00AM – 11:00AM
An exclusive session just for educators attending the Student Program.
Lunch
Saturday Jan. 11 | 12:00PM – 1:00PM
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Saturday Jan. 11 | 12:00PM – 1:00PM
This interactive learning session will help underclassmen master the art of initiating conversations and asking the right questions when interacting with recruiters. Freshmen, sophomores & educators only.
Saturday Jan. 11 | 11:30AM – 3:00PM
Connect with top retailers and begin the conversation to apply for internships and entry-level roles.
Sunday
Sunday Jan. 12 | 8:00AM – 12:00PM
Invitation-only on-site interviews for internships and entry-level roles with retailers you met at the Career Fair on Saturday.
Sunday Jan. 12 | All Day
Students and educators receive access to NRF 2025: Retail’s Big Show starting on Sunday. Make sure you register separately if you plan to attend.
Be a Speaker!
Want to be on stage at NRF Foundation New York: Student Program 2025? Share your company’s expertise with our students by applying to speak at our event.
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