About the role#
This 11-week internship program is designed to build a foundation of retail knowledge and expose you to store leadership. You will work on projects that impact the business, interact with senior leaders, and participate in an executive speaker series. During the first half of the program, you will learn leadership competencies. In the second half, you will step into an Intern Team Leader role to manage business results, team engagement, and the customer experience.
What you'll do#
- Plan, direct, and supervise team members in daily store operations.
- Mentor and coach team members to meet sales goals and maintain company standards.
- Implement strategies to improve customer service and ensure efficient operations.
- Maintain store appearance and product presentation.
- Spend your time on the floor communicating with customers and staff.
- Support the department in managing the P&L and controlling shrink.
- Help onboard new team members and ensure they complete required training.
- 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 flexible shifts, including nights and weekends, to see the full scope of store operations.
- A drive for results and the ability to analyze financial data to make decisions.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with customers and staff.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks at once.
- Prior retail experience is helpful but not required.
- Past leadership experience in work or school activities is strongly preferred.
- Reliable and consistent attendance.
Location & details#
- Location: Champaign, Illinois.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site, full-time.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship with a pay range of $20.50 to $30.05 per hour.
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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