About the role#
This 11-week internship program builds a foundation of retail knowledge and exposes you to store leadership. You will spend the first half of the program learning leadership competencies and retail operations. During the second half, you will serve as an Intern Team Leader, taking responsibility for business results, team member engagement, and the customer experience. This role is designed as a starting point for an accelerated career path toward store leadership.
What you'll do#
- Plan, direct, and supervise team members in daily store operations across various departments.
- Mentor and coach team members to help them meet sales goals and maintain area standards.
- Implement strategies to improve customer service and drive store sales.
- Maintain store appearance, product presentation, and company standards.
- Support department sales, shrink management, and P&L management.
- Spend most of your time on the store floor communicating with customers and team members.
- Assist with onboarding and training for new department team members.
- Model fast and friendly service while promoting a safe work environment.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program, preferably in Business Administration.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, to gain full exposure to store operations.
- A strong drive for results and a focus on the bottom line.
- Ability to analyze financial data to make informed decisions.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to adjust your style for different audiences.
- Capability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Skill in building positive relationships with customers, team members, and leadership.
- Prior retail experience is helpful but not required.
- Past leadership experience in work or extracurricular activities is strongly preferred.
Location & details#
- Locations: Seven Hills and Cleveland, Ohio.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Status: Full-time, paid internship.
- Modality: On-site.
About Meijer
Meijer is a family-owned retailer operating over 500 locations across the Midwest. Founded in 1934, the company maintains its headquarters in Grand Rapids, Michigan. It manages a network of supercenters, grocery stores, and neighborhood markets. The business employs over 71,000 people and functions as a privately held organization.
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