About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship based in Kennewick, Washington. You will spend your time learning retail operations while supporting the store team and engaging with customers. The program includes a mix of hands-on tasks, training sessions, and a team-based project that you will present to leadership. You will work on a rolling basis and are expected to maintain a flexible schedule that includes evenings and weekends.
What you'll do#
- Provide customer service by greeting shoppers, answering questions, and resolving issues.
- Handle register tasks including sales, product returns, voids, and cash drops.
- Support inventory management by ordering stock, liquidating items, and rotating food products.
- Assist with store maintenance, including interior and exterior upkeep and repair requests.
- Manage department pricing, daily price changes, and regulatory signage requirements.
- Analyze financial, performance, and asset-protection data to help reduce loss.
- Collaborate with store management to plan and attend community events.
- Complete training modules, shadow a district leader, and participate in weekly meetings.
- Work with fellow interns to complete and present the Intern Team Challenge.
- Ensure compliance with state and local laws regarding regulated products like tobacco and alcohol.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a student beginning or completing your senior year of a bachelor's degree in Business Administration.
- Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- A willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
- Prior knowledge of store inventory control is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Kennewick, Washington.
- Compensation: $17.00 to $19.50 per hour, depending on experience and education.
- Schedule: Full-time with flexible hours.
- Sponsorship: Not available.
About Walgreens
Walgreens operates a network of approximately 8,500 retail pharmacies across the United States and Puerto Rico. Founded in 1901, the company maintains its headquarters in Deerfield, Illinois. It employs over 100,000 people and provides pharmacy, health, and beauty services to nearly 9 million customers daily. The business integrates physical stores with digital platforms to deliver healthcare services.
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