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Student - Calypso Boutique Sales Associate

🇺🇸 Lexington, KY 🕑 Part-Time 💰 $10 - $14 per Hour 💻 Sales 🗓️ April 18th, 2026
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University of Kentucky is hiring a Student - Calypso Boutique Sales Associate. The role involves providing personalized customer service, assisting with styling and product recommendations, supporting daily store operations, and contributing to a positive and collaborative retail environment at a women's boutique. The position requires availability for weekend shifts and offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in fashion retail and styling.

Highlights
  • Provide elevated, personalized shopping experiences and assist customers with styling and outfit building.
  • Maintain knowledge of current inventory, new arrivals, and styling trends.
  • Support store operations including merchandising, restocking, fitting rooms, and checkout.
  • Work collaboratively to meet sales goals and foster a positive store culture.
  • Use strong interpersonal and communication skills; interest in fashion and styling preferred.
  • Previous retail or customer service experience is a plus but not required.
  • Compensation ranges from $10 to $14 per hour.
  • Part-time student position with 15-25 hours per week.
  • Must be a current University of Kentucky student and able to work off-campus.
  • Position is off campus with a local Lexington employer and requires weekend availability, especially Saturdays during peak seasons.

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Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title Student - Calypso Boutique Sales Associate
Requisition Number SE04385
Department Name 3J5SE: Student Employment
Work Location Lexington, KY
On Campus/Off Campus Off Campus
Salary Range $10–$14/hour
Type of Position Student
Position Time Status Part-Time
Preferred Education/Experience
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Interest in fashion, styling, and current trends
A positive attitude and willingness to learn
Ability to take initiative and stay productive during both busy and slower periods
Reliable, responsible, and team-oriented
Previous retail or customer service experience is a plus, but not required
Hours per Week
15-25
Job Summary
You must be a current UK student to apply for this position. This position is located off campus with a local Lexington employer and is not affiliated with UK.

Calypso is a women’s boutique focused on curated, elevated everyday style. We are looking for a motivated, personable, and style-driven Sales Associate to join our team for the summer, with the potential for continued employment based on business needs and overall fit.

This role is ideal for someone who loves fashion, enjoys working with people, and thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented retail environment.

Must be available for weekend shifts, especially Saturdays during peak seasons (including gameday)

In-person position located in Lexington, KY
Fast-paced, collaborative, and creative team environment
Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in boutique retail, styling, and customer engagement
Work in a creative, fashion-focused environment
Gain real experience in styling and boutique retail operations
Be part of a close-knit, supportive team
Opportunity to grow within the role over time
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Provide an elevated, personalized shopping experience for every customer
Assist customers with styling, outfit building, and product recommendations
Build genuine relationships with customers to create a welcoming in-store environment
Maintain strong knowledge of current inventory, new arrivals, and styling trends
Support daily store operations including merchandising, restocking, and maintaining visual standards
Assist with fitting rooms, checkout, and overall customer flow
Help keep the store clean, organized, and visually appealing at all times
Work collaboratively with the team to meet sales goals and create a positive store culture
Deadline to Apply 05/15/2026
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Anticipated Start Date 05/11/2026
Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * This position requires additional steps after submitting your application. You will receive an email with instructions to apply directly with a third-party non-UK employer. Do you understand that you must follow the instructions in that email to complete your application?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * This position is located off campus and is not associated with the University of Kentucky. Are you eligible to work an off campus job?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * You must be a UK student to hold this position. Are you a UK student?
    • Yes
    • No
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