About the role#
This 11-week internship program is designed to build a foundation of retail knowledge and expose you to store leadership. You will participate in professional development, networking events, and projects that impact the business. During the program, you will transition into an Intern Team Leader role, where you will manage business results, team member engagement, and the customer experience. This program serves as a pathway for those interested in future store leadership roles.
What you'll do#
- Direct and supervise team members in daily store operations.
- Mentor and coach team members to help them meet service and sales goals.
- Implement strategies to drive store sales and improve customer service.
- Manage store appearance, product presentation, and company standards.
- Support department sales, shrink management, and P&L management.
- Onboard new team members and ensure they complete required training.
- Spend most of your time on the store floor communicating with customers and staff.
- Promote a safe work environment and perform other duties as assigned.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program, preferably in Business Administration.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.
- Strong focus on results and the bottom line.
- Ability to analyze financial data to make informed decisions.
- Skill in building positive relationships with customers and team members.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks at once.
- Capacity to adjust your communication style to ensure clear direction.
- Prior retail experience is helpful but not required.
- Past leadership experience in work or extracurricular activities is strongly preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Cold Spring, Kentucky.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Status: Full-time, paid internship.
- Modality: On-site.
About Meijer
Meijer is a family-owned retailer operating over 500 locations across the Midwest. Founded in 1934, the company maintains its headquarters in Grand Rapids, Michigan. It manages a network of supercenters, grocery stores, and neighborhood markets. The business employs over 71,000 people and functions as a privately held organization.
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