About the role#
The Area Leader Trainee Intern program is a paid, full-time summer internship based in Charlotte, North Carolina. This program provides exposure to retail operations through a structured four-segment experience. You will interact with Franchisees, Store Leaders, Area Leaders, and operations support teams to learn how to drive results within the retail environment.
What you'll do#
- Attend an orientation at the Store Support Center in Irving, Texas, to learn about company history, culture, and strategy.
- Complete a 2-3 week in-store rotation to understand operational standards, policies, and procedures.
- Participate in one week of virtual classroom training focused on the Area Leader role and merchandising principles.
- Shadow an Area Leader to learn how to consult with store operators on increasing sales and gross profit.
- Execute a project assignment centered on merchandising and present a case study on your findings.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a rising junior, rising senior, or graduate student, preferably in Business Administration.
- A GPA of 3.0 or above is preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- A basic understanding of retail and management principles.
- The ability to organize your work, focus on details, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- An interest in pursuing a career in the retail industry.
Location & details#
- Location: Charlotte, North Carolina.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- This is a paid internship.
About 7-Eleven
7-Eleven operates as a retail company focused on convenience goods. It started in 1927 at an ice dock in Dallas, Texas. The company now runs over 70,000 locations across 18 countries. It maintains a workforce of more than 10,000 employees.
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