2027 Spring Learn & Earn Program

Interested in a fashion or retail career?!

We are accepting applications for our 2027 Spring Learn & Earn Program!

Terry Costa, the leading formal and bridal wear salons in in the nation (located in Dallas), is looking for interns for its paid Spring 2027 Learn & Earn Program. The Terry Costa internship will provide real-world experience and knowledge in a hands-on, participatory retail environment. Interns will be trained on business operations, business and interview etiquette, customer service, buying, bridal sales, retail operations, website maintenance, social media and various aspects of sales and marketing. In addition, Terry Costa interns will be invited to attend the Apparel and Accessories markets held at the Dallas Market Center in March 2027. Terry Costa has dressed generations of brides, debutantes and beauty queens. This is a sterling opportunity to gain insider knowledge about fashion and retail from one of Dallas' most respected names in formal wear.

To apply or to get more information on the Terry Costa Spring Learn & Earn Program, please contact support@terrycosta.com or complete this form.

• Customer service
• Formal wear and bridal buying
• Product receiving
• Market preparation, attendance and analysis
• Marketing
• Event planning
• Online retailing
• And much more!

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Important Dates

• Orientation: November 30th, 6:00pm-9:00pm
• Training Day 1: December 2nd, 6:00pm-9:00pm
• Training Day 2: December 7th, 6:00pm-9:00pm
• Testing/Training: December 12th, 9:00am-6:00pm
• Test Review: December 14th, 6:00pm-9:00pm
• Q&A and Roleplay: December 16th, 6:00pm-9:00pm
• Position Training: December 19th, 9:00am-4:00pm
• 2027 Spring Kick-off: January 9th

We are proud to say nearly every member of our Executive Team was once a Terry Costa Intern! In addition, we have helped place many of our interns with reputable, outstanding companies. When you bring a hard-working, self-starting attitude to our Terry Costa Team, we will do the same for you!

In Their Own Words: A Few Former Interns Share Their Experience

Lily Tran

*University of Texas at Dallas* Spring 2025 I applied to so many different internships and Terry Costa was the first to reach out. I was so excited to hear from them because it was always a popular store that was highly talked about at my high school. While I initially anticipated a marketing-focused role, I came in with an open mind, even when it meant starting on the sales floor. Although it wasn’t what I was expecting, the experience pushed me to improve my communication skills and learn how to build genuine rapport with customers. Soon, I realized how sales and marketing go hand in hand. Understanding the store’s products and target audience later helped me generate ideas for the social media content I would make for the store. My entire experience was truly eye opening as I got to see all the hard work behind running a long-standing, small, women-owned business. It’s definitely an internship that will push you to be the best and will challenge you to learn new skills. I’m so happy to be part of the Terry Costa family.

Ereshkigal Mikhlif

*University of Texas at Dallas* Spring 2023 My internship at Terry Costa was an incredible experience. I began during my senior year of high school while participating in the GRCTC Fashion program, and it exceeded my expectations in terms of what I learned about fashion. I was so passionate about it, and this opportunity not only opened many doors for me but also led to a job during my freshman year of college at the University of Texas at Dallas. My time at Terry Costa equipped me with a wide range of skills, from providing exceptional customer service on the sales floor to understanding the financial aspects of running a business. I had the privilege of working with diverse customers and enjoyed the support and camaraderie of my coworkers. As my internship concluded, I felt well-prepared and confident in my retail expertise, looking forward to a promising career in the retail industry. I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone seeking to learn and grow in this field.

Abir Merchant

*University of North Texas* Spring 2023 Being a Terry Costa Intern was an experience that I will always be grateful for. Not only did I meet and work with some of the most amazing people, but I also learned so much about the fashion industry and how a business is run. I was provided with so many exciting opportunities, one of which was being able to attend bridal markets in Dallas. If you’re able to work well under pressure and are excited about helping people find the dress of their dreams, then Terry Costa is the right fit for you!

Megan Jeter

*Auburn University* Spring 2021 To be a Terry Costa Intern is to wear many hats. Each day will bring something new -- new faces, new dresses, new challenges. I did my internship in the Bridal department, where I was responsible for everything from registering the brides to styling them. I also worked very closely with the buying team in order to learn the business of running a business. Overall, the Terry Costa internship program provided me a well-rounded education in what it takes to work in the fashion industry, what’s necessary to run a business, and ultimately a full-time position following my graduation. I would highly recommend it!

Jade Mongo

Spring 2021 What was I to expect from an internship in a shop full of beautiful gowns? To be stunned daily by dress after dress? Yes. To have learned so much about styling and bringing an imagined look to life? Well, I would not have forseen that.The Terry Costa internship awakened and polished a skill set that otherwise would have gone unnoticed. Not to mention, the connections and memories that you make on a day to day basis are absolutely worthwhile.

Londyn Johnson

Spring 2021 When I applied to Terry Costa, I quite honestly was not aware that it was an