About the role#
The Store Management Internship is an 8-week, paid, on-site program designed to provide exposure to the operations of a retail department store. Interns will gain experience in areas including customer service, merchandising, business analysis, store operations, and colleague development. The program runs from June 8 through August 1, 2026.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with the Manager of Sales & Customer Experience to learn leadership best practices and receive constructive feedback.
- Shadow the Managers of Operations and Visual Merchandising to plan and execute product merchandising initiatives.
- Engage with leadership across various business functions within the store and region.
- Learn to develop a customer-focused selling environment by coaching and training team members.
- Analyze business trends with partners to select merchandise that aligns with customer needs.
- Explore retail strategies by examining the analytical side of the business.
- Complete a project and presentation for store leadership to propose ideas for business growth.
- Foster an environment of respect and authentic connection with colleagues and customers.
What you'll need#
- Currently in your junior year of a bachelor’s degree program at an accredited university.
- A cumulative 3.0 GPA or higher is preferred.
- A sincere passion for engaging with people, supported by strong communication and organizational skills.
- Strong business acumen and the ability to solve problems and drive results.
- Self-motivation and a positive attitude toward taking on new challenges.
- Ability to perform physical tasks such as sitting, talking, hearing, using hands to handle objects, and moving about the workplace.
Location & details#
- Location: Garden City, New York.
- Term: Summer 2026.
- Modality: On-site, full-time.
