About the role#
This 8-week paid internship provides exposure to the daily operations of a retail store. You will learn about customer service, merchandising, business analysis, and team leadership. The program runs from June 1 through August 2027. It serves as an opportunity to evaluate your interest in a retail management career. Successful interns may be considered 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 team members to maintain a customer-focused environment.
- Support daily store operations and train colleagues.
- Analyze trends and business strategies to select merchandise.
- Engage with store and regional leadership.
- Complete a final project and presentation focused on business growth ideas.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in your junior year of a bachelor’s degree program at an accredited university.
- A cumulative 3.0 GPA is preferred.
- All majors are welcome to apply.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- A self-motivated approach and a positive attitude.
- Ability to solve problems and drive results.
- Strong business acumen and curiosity about modern retail.
- Ability to sit, talk, hear, and use hands to handle or feel objects. You may occasionally need to move around the workplace and reach with your arms.
Location & details#
- Location: Santa Clara, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full time.
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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