About the role#
This is a paid summer internship for students interested in retail operations. You will spend the summer learning how 7-Eleven manages its business across various levels, from individual stores to regional leadership. The program includes hands-on experience, classroom training, and a final project.
What you'll do#
- Attend an orientation at the Store Support Center in Irving, TX to learn about company history, culture, and strategy.
- Complete a 2-3 week in-store experience to learn operational standards, policies, and procedures.
- Participate in one week of virtual classroom training on the Area Leader role and merchandising principles.
- Shadow an Area Leader to learn how to support and consult store operators on increasing sales and gross profit.
- Complete a project focused on improving sales and gross profit through merchandising.
- Present a case study on your project findings and key learnings.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a rising junior, rising senior, or graduate student.
- A preferred GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- A strong interest in the retail industry.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- A basic understanding of retail and management principles.
- The ability to manage multiple tasks, stay organized, and focus on details.
- Preferred majors include Business Administration, Operations Management, or Supply Chain Management.
Location & details#
- Location: Lansing, MI
- Term: Summer 2027
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Modality: On-site
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.
How to get in at 7-Eleven
Securing an internship at 7-Eleven requires speed because early applicants are often reviewed before the volume of candidates becomes unmanageable. Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a role matching your target is published, which helps you apply among the first. This timing often makes the difference in getting your resume seen by the hiring team. You can also improve your response rates by reaching out to the recruiters behind these roles directly. Intern Insider surfaces the specific recruiters managing 7-Eleven openings so you can ask informed questions or request a referral. This direct approach often yields better results than submitting an application into a general queue.
