About the role#
This is a paid, full-time, 40-hour per week internship program taking place in Summer 2027. You will gain hands-on experience in a Target supply chain facility, working closely with mentors and managers to understand operations leadership. This program provides a realistic preview of the Operations Manager role, focusing on team leadership, daily business execution, and process improvement within a distribution center environment.
What you'll do#
- Lead and support daily operations by working alongside team members.
- Motivate and influence a team, including the opportunity to lead a department.
- Track KPIs such as safety, teamwork, quality, and productivity to drive results.
- Conduct daily meetings, plan shift goals, and organize daily work.
- Perform process improvement initiatives and manage communication between IT and operations teams regarding system issues.
- Coach and mentor team members, provide performance feedback, and address operational hurdles.
- Conduct safety walks and audits to ensure adherence to standards and resolve findings.
- Participate in internship training activities and developmental events.
- Foster an inclusive, safe, and secure work culture.
What you'll need#
- Participation in school or extracurricular activities with experience in leadership roles.
- Strong interest in retail and supply chain operations.
- Clear communication skills and strong initiative.
- Problem-solving abilities and a team-oriented mindset.
- Enthusiastic approach to continuous learning.
- Ability to access all areas of the facility and understand reports or instructions.
- Ability to climb ladders and handle merchandise.
- Physical ability to frequently lift or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally move up to 40 pounds.
- Flexibility in work schedule and consistent attendance.
Location & details#
- Location: Riverside, California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
About Target
Target is a retail company based in Minneapolis. It operates as a public organization and has been in business since 1962. The company employs over 180,000 people across various locations. It maintains a presence in the United States and India.
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