About the role#
The Area Leader Trainee Intern program is a paid summer internship that provides exposure to retail operations. You will interact with franchisees, store leaders, and operations support teams to understand how our business functions. This role is designed for students interested in pursuing a career at 7-Eleven.
What you'll do#
- Attend an orientation at our Store Support Center in Irving, TX to learn about our history, strategy, and structure.
- Complete a 2-3 week in-store experience to learn operational standards, policies, and procedures.
- Participate in 1 week of virtual classroom training covering the Area Leader role and merchandising principles.
- Shadow an Area Leader to learn how to support and consult store operators to increase sales and gross profit.
- Complete a project assignment focused on building sales through effective merchandising.
- Present a case study on your project findings.
What you'll need#
- Rising Junior, rising Senior, or graduate class standing.
- Pursuing a degree in Business Administration or Operations Management.
- Strong interest in the retail convenience industry.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Basic understanding of retail and management principles.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, stay organized, and focus on details.
Location & details#
- Locations: Huntington Beach, CA and Santa Ana, CA.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full time.
About 7-Eleven
7-Eleven operates as a retail company focused on convenience goods. It started in 1927 at an ice dock in Dallas, Texas. The company now runs over 70,000 locations across 18 countries. It maintains a workforce of more than 10,000 employees.
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