About the role#
This 8-week paid internship provides exposure to the operations of a retail department store. You will learn about customer service, merchandising, business analysis, and store operations. The program runs from June through August 2027 and is based on-site in Salem, New Hampshire. Successful completion of the program may lead to an offer for the Store Management Executive Development Program after graduation.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with the Manager of Sales and Customer Experience to learn leadership practices.
- Shadow the Managers of Operations and Visual Merchandising to plan and execute merchandising initiatives.
- Coach and develop a team of colleagues to build a customer-focused environment.
- Support daily store operations through training and coaching.
- Analyze trends with business partners to select merchandise.
- Study the analytical side of the business to understand retail strategies.
- Complete a project and presentation to propose new ideas for business growth.
- Foster an environment of acceptance and respect with colleagues and customers.
- Engage with leaders across various business functions.
What you'll need#
- You are currently in your junior year of a bachelor's degree program at an accredited university.
- A cumulative 3.0 GPA is preferred, and all majors are welcome to apply.
- You are self-motivated with a positive attitude.
- You possess a sincere passion for engaging with people.
- You are a problem-solver who is results-driven.
- You have strong business acumen.
- You are able to sit, talk, and hear, and can occasionally move about the workplace.
Location & details#
- Location: Salem, New Hampshire
- Term: Summer 2027
- Modality: On-site
- Employment: Full time
- Compensation: Paid internship
About Macy's
Macy's is a retail company founded in 1858. It operates approximately 640 locations across 43 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and Guam. The company offers fashion and home goods through its physical stores and an e-commerce platform. Headquartered in New York, it employs over 82,000 people.
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