About the role#
This is a paid, 40-hour per week summer internship designed to provide a realistic preview of the Executive Team Leader role. You will spend your time learning to lead a retail team, drive sales results, and manage store operations. Working alongside mentors and other managers, you will gain hands-on experience in how our retail business functions and what it takes to succeed in management.
What you'll do#
- Lead and motivate a team while fostering an inclusive, equitable, and safe culture.
- Drive sales results and merchandise products across the store.
- Provide an exceptional guest experience by assisting shoppers and resolving concerns.
- Identify store priorities and plan daily goals for your team.
- Partner with leaders to teach, coach, and train team members on performance.
- Lead and present at daily huddles to align the team on business priorities.
- Review business reporting and guest insights to troubleshoot and improve performance.
- Work in a safe manner, identify hazards, and ensure compliance with safety policies.
What you'll need#
- A strong interest in retail management.
- Leadership skills and a team-oriented mindset.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team to manage workloads.
- Effective communication skills and a welcoming, helpful attitude.
- Ability to learn and adapt to store technology, including handheld scanners and communication devices.
- Capacity to access all areas of the building, climb ladders, and handle cash register operations.
- Ability to frequently lift or move merchandise weighing up to 44 pounds.
- Flexibility to work a schedule that includes nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Previous retail experience is preferred but not required.
Location & details#
- Location: Manhattan Beach, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: $28.50 - $29.50 per hour.
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.
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