About the role#
This 8-week paid internship provides exposure to the operations of a retail department store. You will work on-site at our Flushing location to learn about customer service, merchandising, business analysis, and store leadership. The program runs from June through August 2027.
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.
- Engage with store leaders across various business functions.
- Develop a customer-focused selling environment by coaching and training team members.
- Analyze trends to select merchandise that meets customer needs.
- Explore retail strategies and work on business growth ideas.
- Complete a project and presentation for store leadership.
- Foster an environment of respect and acceptance for colleagues and customers.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a junior in a bachelor's degree program at an accredited university.
- A cumulative 3.0 GPA is preferred, and all majors are welcome to apply.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- A self-motivated approach and a positive attitude.
- A sincere passion for engaging with people.
- Ability to solve problems and drive results.
- Strong business acumen and curiosity about retail.
- Ability to perform physical tasks such as moving about the workplace, reaching, and handling items.
Location & details#
- Location: Flushing, New York.
- Term: Summer 2027 (June through August).
- Status: Full-time internship.
- Note: This is an on-site role.
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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