Academy’s Executive Trainee Program is designed to attract talent for entry-level merchandising positions, through a 10- week training curriculum that provides a foundation for success in a corporate environment. Executive Trainees work directly with Buyers, to receive on-the-job experience with merchandising, financial management, sales and profitability analysis, advertising planning, and inventory control. After successfully completing the program, trainees are given the opportunity to continue their career at Academy as an Assistant Buyer.