maurices: National women’s clothing retailer maurices seeks applicants for internship program in Johnson Creek

CONTACT: Emily Rorem, 9206992826

(Johnson Creek, WI) maurices, a nationwide young women’s clothing store known for trendy fashions that don’t break the bank, is proud to offer a Store Management Internship Program for the fifth consecutive year. This 10-week paid internship opportunity, which focuses on “real world” in-store experience, is available to 60 students nationwide. maurices at Johnson Creek Premium Outlets 622 Linmar Ln, Ste. D140 is one of the internship locations.

“This structured training program allows students to take what they have learned in the classroom and put it to use in a practical environment,” said maurices Sr. Vice President of Stores John Schroeder. Interns participate in store leadership, team coaching, sales generation and motivation, and have an opportunity to interact with maurices home office management.

Tresica Davis, a maurices manager in Illinois, is proof that the program works. “When I was going to school and majoring in management, I really wanted to gain work experience before I made a commitment to a specific career,” said Davis. “Through maurices’ internship program, I gained valuable insight as to what a manager actually does day-in and day-out. I saw how fast-paced the retail environment is, witnessed another manager giving reviews, interacted with associates, gained a strong understanding of store operations, and was even able to initiate and lead a special project.” Davis completed the program several years ago and is still enjoying her career today at maurices.

More than 80 percent of the students who participated in the internship program in 2009 are now working with maurices, with the goal of earning positions as store managers. “These students have invaluable experiences by getting out of the classroom, and maurices benefits from their ideas, youthfulness and enthusiasm. It truly is a win-win program,” said Schroeder.

Internships are paid and typically credit based. In addition, each student receives $500 in tuition reimbursement from maurices, a 40 percent discount on clothing, and two of the interns will receive $1,000 scholarships.

Students interested in an internship can inquire in person with Store Manager Emily Rorem at Johnson Creek Premium Outlets 622 Linmar Ln, Ste. D140, Johnson Creek, WI.

About maurices

maurices inspires young women to find their style, with adorable, affordable fashions in sizes 1-24. Whether it’s jeans or jewelry, maurices offers everything a girl needs to fill her closet with the latest trends. From loungewear to office wear, evenings in or out on the town, maurices fits the way women live and work. The community-based fashion retailer has grown to more than 740 locations nationwide since its first store opened in 1931. maurices is wholly owned by dressbarn Inc. (NASDAQ: DBRN).

For fashion inspiration, store locations and career information, visit maurices.com .