About the role#
The Store Management Internship is an 8-week paid program designed to provide exposure to the core functions of retail leadership. You will gain experience in customer service, merchandising, business analysis, and store operations. This on-site internship runs from June through August 2027. Successful completion of the program may lead to an offer for the Store Management Executive Development Program after graduation.
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 displays.
- Coach and develop colleagues to build a customer-focused selling environment.
- Support daily store operations through training and team guidance.
- Analyze business trends to select merchandise and explore retail strategies.
- Test and implement new ideas to support business growth.
- Complete a final project and presentation for store leadership.
- Foster an environment of respect and acceptance for colleagues and customers.
What you'll need#
- You are currently in your junior year pursuing a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
- A cumulative 3.0 GPA is preferred, and all majors are welcome to apply.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- A self-motivated approach and a sincere passion for engaging with people.
- Demonstrated business acumen and a results-driven mindset.
- Physical ability to sit, talk, hear, and use hands to handle or feel objects.
- Ability to reach with hands and arms and move about the workplace as needed.
Location & details#
- Location: Charlotte, North Carolina.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site, full-time.
- This position does not offer sponsorship.
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.
How to get in at Macy's
Applying early is a distinct advantage at a company as large as Macy's, as recruiters often review candidates as they arrive. Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a role matching your target is published anywhere, so you apply among the first before the pile grows. This helps you avoid the frustration of submitting an application to a role that has already been filled. You can also improve your chances by reaching out to the right people. Intern Insider surfaces the recruiters behind the company's roles so you can reach out directly to ask about the role or a referral. Direct outreach often improves your response rates compared to waiting for a notification from an automated system.
