About the role#
The Store Executive Intern program is a paid, 40-hour per week, hands-on training experience. You will gain a realistic preview of the Executive Team Leader role by working alongside mentors to understand retail operations. This program focuses on developing your leadership skills through daily store management tasks, team collaboration, and guest service.
What you'll do#
- Lead and align team members on daily business priorities.
- Partner with Executive Team Lead mentors to understand leadership responsibilities.
- Review business reporting and guest insights to identify and troubleshoot areas of opportunity.
- Manage team member performance by teaching, coaching, and delivering feedback.
- Plan daily goals and organize operational plans within the store.
- Lead daily huddles and support the execution of store operations.
- Engage with guests to provide an exceptional shopping experience.
What you'll need#
- A strong interest in retail management.
- Leadership skills and a team-oriented mindset.
- Ability to adapt to current technology needs.
- Effective communication skills.
- Ability to lift or move merchandise up to 44 pounds.
- Flexibility to work varying hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or Human Resources.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site internship for Summer 2027.
- Positions are available in Norridge, Chicago, Rosemont, Evanston, Niles, and Skokie, Illinois.
- This is a full-time, paid position.
About Target
Target is a retail company based in Minneapolis. It operates as a public organization and has been in business since 1962. The company employs over 180,000 people across various locations. It maintains a presence in the United States and India.
How to get in at Target
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