About the role#
This 11-week summer internship provides a foundation in retail knowledge and store leadership. You will work on projects that impact the business and gain exposure to leadership roles. The program is designed for those who want to build a career in store management. If you show high potential, this internship serves as the first step toward future roles like Store Director.
What you'll do#
- Deliver solutions to real projects and present your findings to senior executives.
- Participate in an executive speaker series, professional development training, and networking events.
- Spend the first half of the program learning store operations and leadership competencies.
- Serve as an Intern Team Leader during the second half of the program to manage business results and team engagement.
- Plan, direct, and supervise team members in daily operations.
- Mentor and coach team members while modeling friendly customer service.
- Implement strategies to drive sales, manage the P&L, and maintain store appearance.
- Promote a safe work environment and ensure consistent attendance.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program, preferably in Business Administration.
- A passion for retail and a desire to pursue a career in store leadership.
- Ability to work flexible shifts, including nights and weekends.
- Strong drive for results, customer focus, and relationship skills.
- Effective communication and decision-making abilities.
- Prior retail experience is a plus.
- Past leadership experience in work or extracurricular activities is strongly preferred.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship located in Standale and Grand Rapids, Michigan.
- The program runs during the Summer of 2027.
- This position is 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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