About the role#
This 8-week paid internship provides exposure to store leadership, including customer service, merchandising, business analysis, operations, and colleague development. You will work on-site at a Macy's location to learn the complexities of running a multi-million-dollar retail department store. 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 managers in Operations and Visual Merchandising to plan and execute product initiatives.
- Engage with leaders across various business functions.
- Coach and develop a team of colleagues to create a customer-focused environment.
- Train colleagues to support and ensure smooth daily store operations.
- Analyze trends to select merchandise that meets customer needs.
- Explore retail strategies by working on the analytical side of the business.
- Complete a project and presentation to propose new ideas for business growth.
- Foster an environment of acceptance and respect.
What you'll need#
- Junior year student pursuing a bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
- A cumulative 3.0 GPA is preferred, and all majors are considered.
- Self-motivated with a positive attitude.
- Sincere passion for engaging with people.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to solve problems and drive results.
- Strong business acumen.
Location & details#
- Location: Chandler, Arizona.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full time.
- Sponsorship: Not provided.
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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