About the role#
The Store Management Internship is a paid, 8-week program running from June through August 2027. This on-site experience provides exposure to the core functions of running a retail store, including customer service, merchandising, operations, and colleague development. You will work within a store leadership team to understand how a multi-million-dollar retail business functions and gain experience in retail strategy.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with the Manager of Sales and Customer Experience to learn leadership practices.
- Shadow the Managers of Operations and Visual Merchandising to plan and execute product merchandising.
- Engage with leaders across various business functions.
- Coach and develop a team of colleagues to create a customer-focused selling environment.
- Support daily store operations through training and coaching.
- Analyze business trends with partners to inform merchandise selection.
- Explore retail strategies and the analytical side of the business.
- Complete a project and presentation for store leadership to propose ideas for business growth.
- Foster an environment of acceptance and respect with colleagues and customers.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a junior pursuing a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
- A cumulative 3.0 GPA is preferred, and all majors are considered.
- Self-motivation and a positive attitude toward new challenges.
- A sincere passion for engaging with people.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to solve problems and drive results.
- Strong business acumen and curiosity about modern retail.
- Ability to perform physical tasks such as moving about the workplace, reaching, and handling items.
Location & details#
- Location: Edison, New Jersey.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Compensation: Paid internship with merchandise discounts.
About Macy's
Macy's is a retail company founded in 1858. It operates approximately 640 locations across 43 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and Guam. The company offers fashion and home goods through its physical stores and an e-commerce platform. Headquartered in New York, it employs over 82,000 people.
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